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In the Absence of Water
As concerns with Iowa’s water quality continue to grow, here is a relevant episode from the archive. Too often one doesn’t know the value of something until it’s gone. When it’s a large body of water undergoing a long, slow disappearing act it’s easy to understand how something so devastating might go overlooked. But Jon Kounkel, from Friends of Coralville Lake, says if left untreated one day we will wake up to a marshland where the lake once stood.
Bottled, boil water advisory issued for parts of Shenandoah
(Shenandoah) -- Some Shenandoah residents are asked to boil their water or use bottled water until further notice. City officials say a bottled/boil water advisory is in effect for residents in the 300 and 400 block of North Broad Street and all who reside on Wabash Avenue. Officials say water service to impacted residents will be interrupted until necessary repairs are complete and water service is restored.
Star Spangled Shenandoah deemed a success
(Shenandoah) -- By all accounts, Shenandoah residents got a bang out of the community's pre-Independence Day activities Wednesday. After a wet start to the week, the sky cleared for the Star Spangled Shenandoah festivities Wednesday afternoon and evening at Sportsman's' Park, ranging from carnival games and pie baking contests to the fireworks show that concluded the night's festivities. Natalie Kirsch is the President of the Forum to Revitalize Shenandoah. Kirsch tells KMA News the lineup of festivities and vendors more or less went off without a hitch.
Final preparations for RAGBRAI underway in Glenwood
(Glenwood) -- Tens of thousands of cyclists are expected to assemble in Glenwood later this month for the beginning of a week-long trek across the state. Like multiple KMAland communities, the city of Glenwood and Mills County Area Chamber of Commerce are making final preparations over the next two weeks to welcome cyclists for the 51st Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, or RAGBRAI. This year, Glenwood is the starting point for the over 430-mile trek, including over 18,300 feet of climb. Speaking on KMA's "Morning Line" program Friday morning, Mills County Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jennie Davis says nearly 20 committees comprised primarily of volunteers have been working over the past several months to plan the event and tidy up the city.
Boil order issued for several southern Iowa communities
UNION COUNTY, Iowa — Several Iowa communities are being asked to boil their water. The Southern Iowa Rural Water Association says a water main broke, draining all the water out of a tower just north of Afton in Union County. Cities and towns in both Union and Madison counties...
You Must Ask Questions This Time
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024, JULY 6, SATURDAY) I wrote three articles in 2023 that dealt with Blair’s water supply. I will link them:. Blair Mayor, Mindy Rump, Answers Key Questions – Blair, Nebraska News (blairtoday.com) Blair, Nebraska Water: Is It Safe to Drink? – Blair, Nebraska News (blairtoday.com)
4th Annual Wine Fest Returns In September To Popular Iowa Casino
Wild Rose Casino & Hotel Clinton is proud to announce their 4th Annual Wine Fest event has been announced for this September. This event is free to the public and will feature Revelation – A Tribute to Journey in the Wild Rose Courtyard. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September...
$10.6 Million Boost: Iowa Finance Authority Allocates Funds to Support 404 Affordable Rental Homes Across the State
The Iowa Finance Authority has allocated over $10.6 million in federal housing tax credits to support the construction and renovation of 404 affordable rental homes across Iowa, aiming to address housing needs and promote community development. Iowa Finance Authority Boosts Affordable Housing with $10.6 Million in Tax Credits According to the Our QC News, the […]
Iowa Hog Farmers Struggle: Impact Of California’s Gestation Crate Ban
According to the USDA: In the wild world of hog farming, Iowa reigns supreme, churning out nearly 50 million squealers annually. But don't be fooled by all the oinks and snouts—there's drama brewing in the barnyard. California laws are impacting Iowa. Out in California, they've outlawed gestation crates for...
Shenandoah high school senior Hodges hosting July volleyball camp
(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah youth can brush up on their volleyball skills throughout this month. That's because Shenandoah High senior Ashlynn Hodges is holding a volleyball camp for 3rd through 7th graders at the Old Armory at 423 West Thomas Avenue in Shenandoah on July 15th, 17th, 24th, 25th, 29th, and 30th. Speaking on KMA's "Morning Show" program recently, Hodges says she wanted to start the camp to offer another chance for younger players to hone their skills.
Quilt guild donates to Greenfield
In the aftermath of the tornado that devastated Greenfield, many things need to be stitched back together in the community. The Des Moines Area Quilters Guild recently made a large donation of handiwork to help toward that goal. Several members of the Des Moines Guild delivered 397 quilts and 350...
Greater Dallas County Development Alliance Highlights Work Shortage in Iowa
Greater Dallas County Development Alliance Executive Director Rachel Wacker discusses the work shortage across the state of Iowa. Wacker explains that the organization hears from established Iowa businesses and also newer ones about needing more employees to work. She says that the Greater Dallas County Development Alliance does its best to show people the available jobs within Iowa.
Changing climate contributes to record Iowa tornado season
(Ames) -- Weather researchers at Iowa State University say a shifting climate and warmer ocean temperatures are partially responsible for a record number of tornadoes this spring. Eleven hundred tornadoes were reported regionwide in May -- from Texas to Minnesota, and from West Virginia to Georgia. That's more than twice...
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