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Another Potentially Deadly Virus May Be Coming to Iowa
There are a lot of bugs around Eastern Iowa this summer. Largely because of all the rain we've had, mosquitos are chief among those pesky visitors who love to disrupt our outdoor fun. We all know mosquitos can carry terrible diseases like West Nile Virus. While the chances of getting...
Iowa Named One Of The Best States For Health Care
Living somewhere that has really good health care is really important. Almost as important as living in a very safe town. Luckily, Iowans can rest easy at night knowing that their state is in the top 5 best states for health care. I mean, think about it. We have great medical facilities and hospitals across the state. The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the Stead Family Children's Hospital are world renowned.
Unexpected Armadillo Invasion Poses New Challenges for Iowa
Iowa is experiencing a strange invasion... No, it's not an actual extra-terrestrial, but it's something that sure does look like something from another world, the armadillo. When you think animals in Iowa, you are not even imagining an armadillo. You're probably picturing a cow or even a pig. However, experts...
Racehorse owners sue national organization over tax assessments in Iowa
(Des Moines, Iowa) – Two racehorse owners at Polk County’s Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino are suing the national nonprofit horseracing organization that collects taxes and fees from owners. The Iowa Capital Dispatch reports Joseph A. Kelly of Des Moines, a thoroughbred racehorse owner who owns three horses that race at Prairie Meadows, and Douglas L. Anderson of Arkansas, who owns two horses that race at Prairie Meadows, are suing the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa. HISA is a nonprofit corporation based in Lexington, Kentucky, to which the federal government has delegated the power to assess taxes and fees against all trainers, owners, breeders, jockeys, racetracks, veterinarians, and other people by a state racing commission.
Worried about bird flu mutation, feds seek livestock worker vaccinations
Federal health officials are encouraging farm workers who tend livestock and poultry to get vaccinated for seasonal influenza to help prevent a bird flu mutation that might spark a pandemic in people. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday that it would devote up to $5 million to pay for the vaccinations […]
St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University enter into new strategic agreement, marking intent to combine
The two institutions will build upon prior collaborations in a new vision for Catholic higher education. St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa, and Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, are poised to expand academic offerings, athletic programs and innovative opportunities for students of both universities through the signing of a strategic agreement. The agreement is subject to applicable regulatory approvals with a goal of ultimately combining the two universities.
Body Recovered After Desperate Search at Lake MacBride
Thanks to KCRG TV we learned the beach at Lake Macbride has been reopened, and emergency crews have cleared the scene following the recovery of a body from the lake at approximately 2:55 pm. The identity of the victim is being withheld until the family has been notified. A witness...
Walker Jenkins records first hit as a Kernel; Cedar Rapids loses in blowout
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Twins' top minor league prospect, Walker Jenkins, got his first hit since getting called up by the Kernels. The 19-year old went 1-5 against Great Lakes, and is now 1-8 in his first 2 games in Cedar Rapids. The Kernels lost to the Loons...
‘Multifaceted art space’ opening in Cedar Rapids’ Czech Village-New Bohemia district
After 15 months at NewBo City Market, an artist-owned small business focused on supporting the local arts community has moved to a new, larger location in Cedar Rapids. Tree of Liminality plans on developing and offering community programming, art classes, poetry readings, exhibitions and more at their new location at 1301 3rd St SE, a historic site known as the “Heart House.”
Kinnick Stadium is Hosting a Massive EA Sports College Football Tournament!
One of the biggest video games in the world right now is College Football 25. Millions of kids on college campuses and video gamers around the world have had their first college football video game in 11 years, and fans of the popular video game franchise have responded. This game has been missed and is so beloved by fans that over 2 million people paid $99 for early access to the game.
Introducing ProTeam's GoFit® 3 / 6 Cordless Series
As the commercial cleaning industry continues to evolve, ProTeam is ready with innovative products to fulfill the industry's demands. Our latest innovation is the GoFit 3 / 6 Cordless Series, two new backpack vacuums in 3- and 6-qt. models that launched in April 2024. Go cordless with GoFit backpack vacuums.
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