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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.
Meet the Olympic Gymnast That Will Soon Be an Iowa Hawkeye
Canadian gymnast Cassie Lee is captivating audiences at her first Olympics in Paris, where she’s already made a mark on the beam during the team competition. Team Canada secured a spot in the Team Finals. The Canadian team, which made history two years ago by winning Canada’s first-ever medal—a bronze—at a world championships, fell short of repeating that success on Tuesday. With a score of 162.432 points, they finished in fifth place, matching their best-ever result from the 2012 London Games.
Collision in southeast Minnesota injures northeast Iowa woman
HOUSTON COUNTY, Iowa – A northeast Iowa woman was hurt in a two-vehicle collision in southeast Minnesota. The Minnesota State Patrol says it happened on Highway 44 near Indian Springs Road. A 2015 Volkswagen Jetta driven by Allyvia Lucille Martin, 21 of Lansing, IA, and a 2024 GMC Yukon driven by Steven Scott Redford, 74 of Branson, Missouri, were both heading south when they crashed around 11 am Wednesday.
City of Dubuque offers help for John Deere workers affected by layoffs
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KCRG) - In a message on their Facebook page, the City of Dubuque listed resources that residents can use to help find new employment opportunities. The City acknowledged the difficulties that losing a job can create, and is urging those affected to reach out to Greater Dubuque Development and Iowa Workforce Development for help searching for new jobs.
Davenport man diagnosed with cancer now faces new challenge: A stolen wheelchair
Rodney Morgan has recently experienced a streak of bad luck. With his recent cancer diagnosis, he’s doing his best to get to treatment. But now he’s unable to leave his apartment after someone stole his wheelchair. “I mean, dealing with everything I’ve been dealing with the last few...
‘American Pickers’ Will Film in Iowa This September
Earlier this summer, the show 'Antiques Roadshow' made a stop in Iowa to film a couple of episodes. Now, another popular show will be returning to the state to film!. A recent article from the Iowa City Press-Citizen reports that 'American Pickers' is set to do some antique-hunting in Iowa in September of 2024. If you're not familiar with the History Channel series, the official website reads:
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