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Winning bidder on state Medicaid contract wants its full bid kept secret
A company that won a state contract to provide managed-care services in Iowa is seeking a court injunction blocking the state’s disclosure of certain information in its bid. OptumRx of Minnesota is asking a Polk County judge to declare that information the company provided the state in response to a solicitation for bids by the […]
The best Tweets from the Big 12 for footballs Week 1
These were the best tweets from around Big 12 football this week. Big 12 sports should be fun this year with the conference's new 16-school alignment so we thought we would share the excitement via tweets of the week leading up to Saturday's football games. These are the Big 12...
ISU RV Village prepares for opening game Saturday
AMES, Iowa — The ISU RV Village was launched in 2022 as a part of the Cytown Project. The new camping space has 330 pads, with electricity. In it’s third year now, the camping experience is forming like it’s own small community. “Seven home games, it’s just a marvelous atmosphere here,” said Steve Betts of […]
South Hamilton volleyball drops tri to (1A) #11 BCLUW and (2A) #5 South Hardin
The South Hamilton Hawks returned to action on Thursday night, as they welcomed in the (1A) #11 BCLUW Comets and (2A) #5 South Hardin Tigers for a tri match at South Hamilton High School in Jewell. South Hamilton entered at 0-3, while BCLUW and South Hardin both entered at 2-0.
Gilbert school board, district staff discuss tightening cellphone policy
A new cellphone policy may be coming to the Gilbert Community School District. A work session was held Monday night with school board members and district staff to discuss the district's current policy, how students use their cellphones and whether the district should consider a stricter policy. Troy Banning, director of community...
Webster City City Council to meet Tuesday evening,September 3 at 6:00 p.m.
The first meeting of September for the Webster City City Council will be this Tuesday evening, September 3rd at 6:00 p.m. in the city council chambers. The meeting is delayed one day due to Monday’s Labor Day holiday. The agenda includes the signing of a proclamation for Doodlebug Days set for September 9 through 14th by Mayor John Hawkins. A public hearing for the plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the furnishing of 69kV Control Panels for the Reisner Substation will be held at 6:05 Tuesday evening. The recommendations from the Webster City Hotel/Motel Tax Board Chaiperson for grant applications will be reviewed for approval. The city council will review a resolution accepting and executing Easements in connection with the 2022 Electrical Underground Conversion Project. There will be a discussion on additional funding for the sidewalk installation on the Fair Meadow Drive Project, Phase 1 and authorizing the City Manager to execute the documents not to exceed $36,000. A motion to approve a six-month temporary easement between Fifth Generation Investments LLC ( Bomgaars) and the City of Webster City as legally described in Easement Conveyance for the purpose of removing trees, shrubs or other vegetation, along with grading, sloping, shaping and seeding said portion of the Owner’s property plus other matters before the council.
Bud Light drops college football cans. See which Iowa teams made the cut
Ahead of the football season, Iowa State and Iowa fans who are 21 years or older can represent their team while sipping on a Bud Light. Bud Light is bringing back its "biggest collection of college team packaging yet," Anheuser-Busch announced Tuesday. And of course, one of the greatest rivalries in college...
A New Look on the Iowa Sideline for the First Time in Decades
For the first time in decades, someone other than Hayden Fry or Kirk Ferentz will be listed as the head coach of the Iowa Hawkeye football team. Yes, this anomaly will only last one week. Kirk Ferentz was suspended for the season opener against Illinois State for a recruiting violation. Sports Illustrated and others report that it involved starting quarterback Cade McNamara. But consider this. It will be the first time since 1978 that someone not named Fry or Ferentz will lead the Hawkeyes out of the tunnel at Kinnick Stadium.
Webster City volleyball sweeps Boone in home-opener, 3-0
The Webster City Lynx volleyball team opened their 2024 home slate on Thursday night, as they hosted the Boone Toreadors in non-conference action at Webster City High School. Webster City entered at 1-2, while Boone entered their first game of the season. Webster City took control from the out set,...
Former Iowa State QB Hunter Dekkers speaks publicly on gambling investigation for first time
© Copyright 2024, Des Moines Register and Tribune Co. COUNCIL BLUFFS – Iowa Western Community College quarterback Hunter Dekkers walked into a meeting room at the football team's offices Thursday and grabbed a seat at a table. ...
Hampton-Dumont-CAL capitalizes in fourth to win fourth straight Battle for Bradford
The Hampton-Dumont-CAL football team’s defense played strong throughout and created opportunities for its offense in the fourth quarter, and the Bulldogs pulled away for a 13-0 home win over Iowa Falls-Alden in Friday’s Week 1 game that aired on 104.9 KLMJ. It was the fourth straight win in the series by the Bulldogs, and it kept the Bradford Trophy in Hampton.
Volleyball Grundy Center at South Hardin, September 3rd 7:30 PM
2A#14 Grundy Center (3-0) at 2A#5 South Hardin (3-0) Game Info: South Hardin will host Grundy Center in a key NICL West Game to start conference play. Broadcast Info. Chuck Carpetner will have the call, listen on KDAO, watch at the link or on the CityLink TV APP!
Jefferson Man Sentenced to Probation For Not Claiming a Jackpot Due to Owing the State Money
A Jefferson man was recently sentenced to probation for a May incident. According to court documents, 36-year-old Jeremy Andrews pled guilty to an aggravated misdemeanor for third degree fraudulent practices. He had a two year prison sentence suspended and was placed on probation for two years with the Iowa Department of Correctional Services. The probation sentence was to run consecutively with another case where he was sentenced to serve 20 days in the Greene County Jail after being convicted of an aggravated misdemeanor for driving while barred.
One Person Killed, Three Others Injured in Palo Alto County Accident
(Palo Alto Co.) One person died and three others were injured in a two-vehicle accident in Palo Alto County Friday afternoon. The Iowa State Patrol says 32-year-old Desiree Angela Sternhagen, of Janesville, Minnesota, was driving a 2013 Kia southbound on 480th Avenue and failed to stop and yield at the intersection with 370th Street. 34-year-old Mathia Kay Nieves, of Emmetsburg, was driving a 2018 Mitsubishi westbound on 370th Street and was struck in the passenger side by the Kia.
NFL Draft Notebook: Iowa’s tight end legacy continues with Luke Lachey and weekend prospects to watch
This week’s NFL Draft Notebook takes a deep dive into the college football scene, starting with Iowa's rising star, Luke Lachey, who is poised to be the next great tight end from a program known for producing elite talent. We’ll also spotlight five pro prospects to watch this weekend, including a Group of Five wide receiver who has the chance to significantly boost his draft stock. Finally, we'll wrap up with the latest draft news and notes, including some intriguing insights on two kickers in this year’s draft class.
NEW DETAILS: Parents arrested after death of 6-week-old infant in Lyon County
LYON COUNTY, Iowa (KTIV) - The parents of a 6-week-old infant have been arrested and charged after the infant died last fall. The infant, a 6-week-old boy, died on September 25, 2023 from inflicted trauma, investigators with the Iowa Department of Criminal Investigations say. On August 31, 2024, DCI agents...
Rock Island man arrested for Walmart incident that injured Davenport officer
After a Davenport Police officer was injured earlier this year in a shoplifting incident at Walmart, a 25-year-old Rock Island man is in custody, court records show. Nekhyran Collins faces felony charges of second-degree theft, eluding – speed more than 25 mph over the limit, and a serious misdemeanor charge of interference with official acts – bodily injury, according to court records.
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