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Phase 3 Segment of New Hampton Tribe Trail Could Open in August
The Phase 3 segment of the Tribe Trail in New Hampton could be open in about a month. That’s New Hampton Park-Rec Director Tara Hackman, who says officials were meeting Wednesday (07.17) should have a firmer idea of when Phase 3 will be completed to connect the Tribe Trail from Linn Avenue on the south side of New Hampton with the Chickasaw Wellness Center on the west side of town.
‘I left my cart,’ says Walmart shopper as they ditched $50 of groceries after being forced to use self-checkout
A WALMART shopper couldn’t hide her frustration as she abandoned her cart while waiting in line. The furious customer walked out after reportedly being told she had no option to use the self-checkout. Sharon Ackerman was apoplectic with rage following a trip to a store in Dubuque, Iowa –...
Man dead after lawnmower pins him to ground
JESUP, Iowa (KCRG) - A man died Thursday afternoon after a lawnmower rolled off of a trailer and pinned him to the ground. The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office says they got a report of an accident involving equipment, with a man pinned under a lawnmower. The call came in around 12:50 p.m. Emergency crews quickly responded to the 1,000 block of 160th Street north of Jesup.
4 Hermanos Officially Opens Cedar Rapids Location
A new Cedar Rapids Mexican restaurant has started welcoming customers! 4 Hermanos Mexican Food is now open at 1125 1st Avenue SE inside the former home of Via Sofia's. The official Facebook post reads:. "Hey Amigos! We are so excited to open doors on First Ave in Cedar Rapids, IA....
Miracle League of Dubuque to Host All-Inclusive Baseball Tournament with Special Guest Sean “The Mayor” Casey
The Miracle League of Dubuque proudly presents the 2024 Baseball Extravaganza, an all-inclusive tournament bringing together Miracle League teams from Dubuque and Sioux City, Iowa, and South Hills of Pittsburgh, Penn., on Tuesday, July 23. The tournament will begin with games at the Miracle League of Dubuque Complex in Dubuque and continue into the evening with games at the iconic Field of Dreams Movie Site in Dyersville.
Swimming not recommended at state park beach in Clear Lake
DES MOINES, Iowa – Swimming is not recommended at several lakes in north and northeastern Iowa. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) does routine water quality monitoring at all State Park beaches and many locally managed beaches. The DNR says swimming is currently not recommended at:. - McIntosh...
Ceiling collapsed in this Waterloo man's apartment after Tuesday’s heavy rainfall
International student Chintan Bhardwaj is still picking up the pieces after Tuesday’s rain collapsed the roof of his apartment at 30 Hickory Street E. in Waterloo. Bhardwaj is registered at the Law Society of Ontario and meant to write his barrister exam next month but says studying has been put on hold. CBC KW’s Karis Mapp visited the apartment. The building's management has been in touch with Bhardwaj to offer him another place to live while the roof and ceiling are fixed.
Legends & Listeners: The importance of Cade McNamara and going around the Big Ten
Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman return from their vacations to dip their toes into Iowa Football ahead of Big Ten Media Days. The importance of Cade McNamara, why there’s hope for a better offense, how the rest of the Big Ten stacks up, and more. Courtesy of GameDay Men’s Health.
Day Care Horror: Waterloo Woman Accused of Abusing Children
A parent's worst fear is finding out that someone that they trusted with their child was actually hurting them. According to recent reports, a Waterloo day care worker has been charged with three different counts of child endangerment. The woman in question is allegedly Emily Jenkins and she was arrested on Thursday, July 11th.
Shellsburg's Farmer's Market makes triumphant return to Pearl St. Bridge
SHELLSBURG, Iowa (KGAN) — Shellsburg has successfully relaunched its Farmer's Market this year, becoming a big hit with locals. After ending several years ago, the market has returned and is now held every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the historic Pearl St. Bridge. This year's market...
More student loan borrowers are getting relief through bankruptcy after Biden policy change
More student loan borrows have successfully received debt relief through bankruptcy after the Biden administration made a policy change to make the process easier nearly two years ago, according to data released by the Department of Justice Wednesday.
Asbury Man Arrested In Armed Robbery At Dubuque Hotel
An Asbury man in jail after allegedly robbing another man at gunpoint inside a Dubuque hotel room. Dubuque Police say 37-year old Dwight Lott was arrested yesterday morning and is charged with first degree robbery. Police were called to the Days Inn on Dodge Street around 2:30 yesterday morning. There,...
One injured in rural Cedar Falls crash
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) - A woman was taken to the hospital after a crash in rural Cedar Falls on Thursday. The Iowa State Patrol said it happened at around 4:15 p.m. when a 77-year-old woman was driving on X Avenue and failed to stop at a stop sign. Her...
Concerns raised by the fire chief in Grundy Center
The Grundy Center City Council Monday night received an update from fire chief Nathan Kappel on the needs of his department. Kappel explained that OSHA is proposing new emergency response standards for fire departments, standards that will cost the fire department more than 14-thousand dollars. In addition, medical exams for...
New Cedar Rapids School District initiative providing free meals for all ages
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - For years, the Cedar Rapids Community School District has offered summer meals for kids 18 and under. But now, for the first time ever, anyone of any age can come here to get free breakfasts and lunches five days a week. For the next four...
Iowa women’s basketball target Kate Harpring recognized among ESPN’s summer standouts
One of the names that has emerged on Iowa’s recruiting board is talented 2026 guard Kate Harpring. Harpring picked up an offer from Jan Jensen and the Iowa Hawkeyes earlier this week after a standout showing in the Select Events’ Midwest Summer Classic in Ohio. Harpring also turned some heads with ESPNW as well. ESPN’s Shane Laflin included Iowa target Kate Harpring among his five summer standouts thus far. Harpring has developed into an elite point guard in the past calendar year. Her competitiveness has always been a noticeable marker when she steps on the floor, but she has added consistent skill and game...
Charles City Community Fund Hosts Cornhole Fundraiser Saturday
Teams can still sign up for the Charles City Community Fund “Cornhole Tournament” Saturday (07.20) at the Floyd County Fair. The Community Fund’s Brian Fuller says, for a $20 entry fee, two-person teams will compete in a double elimination tournament with 100% full cash payout of team entry fees.
Davenport woman sentenced for assault with scissors
A 57-year-old Davenport woman was sentenced to prison Thursday after she pleaded guilty in connection with theft of a cell phone and a threat with scissors. Debra Miller pleaded guilty to a charge of first-degree theft and a charge of assault while displaying a dangerous weapon. She appeared in court with her attorney and was sentenced to up to 10 years for the theft charge and up to two years for the assault charge.
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