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Sheldon Hot Dog Day Enjoyed By Many
Sheldon, Iowa — Sheldon merchants held their annual Hot Dog Day on Monday. Sheldon Chamber Director Trista Kavanagh says it was a great night. She says, “…the weather was beautiful, businesses were excited and we had a great turnout!”. The winner of the annual Top Dog Contest...
Doon man arrested on strangling charge
DOON—A 28-year-old Doon man was arrested about 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, on a charge of domestic abuse assault impeding air/blood flow causing bodily injury. The arrest of Joshua Jeffrey Van Schepen stemmed from a 911 call regarding a domestic assault in progress at a residence in Doon, according to the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office.
Two-A-Days: Cherokee Braves
CHEROKEE, Iowa (KCAU) – The Cherokee Braves made its return to the playoffs while recording its first season over .500 in almost a decade while making a playoff appearance in Class 2A. The Braves return standout QB Jaxon Paulsrud, who registered over 1,400 total yards and 18 touchdowns under center while leading the team in […]
Temporary Housing Starting to Arrive
Spencer, IA (KICD) — The first temporary housing opportunity has arrived in Spencer. Deputy City manager Kevin Robinson says the R.V.s across from the fairgrounds are being provided by the state of Iowa. Warmer, two-to-three-bedroom trailers from the federal government should arrive this fall. The state of Iowa has...
Omaha man sentenced to prison for bank robbery spree in Nebraska, South Dakota, North Carolina, and Iowa
OMAHA, Neb. — An Omaha man will serve time in prison after admitting to nearly two dozen bank robberies. Demitrius Alston, 34, was sentenced Wednesday in federal court to more than 19 years in prison for bank robbery, attempted bank robbery, and conspiracy to commit interference with interstate commerce by way of robbery.
Waukee planning and zoning approves plan from Apple to create wetland
WAUKEE, Iowa — A plan to create what's called a prairie pothole, or wetland, now needs approval from the city of Waukee. The city's Planning and Zoning Commission signed off on it Tuesday night. The 220-acre plot is owned by tech giant Apple. The property is in the far...
Carter Stevens Joins Utah Men’s Basketball As Director of Scouting/Video
SALT LAKE CITY-In news released Wednesday, Utah men’s basketball head coach Craig Smith announced the addition of Carter Stevens to the Runnin’ Utes staff as the director of scouting/video this week. Stevens comes to Utah after spending the past few months with Ángeles CD México of México City....
West Des Moines Chick-fil-A to temporarily close for renovations
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Fans of one central Iowa Chick-fil-A location will have to temporarily say goodbye to waffle fries and chicken sandwiches as it undergoes renovations. The chain's location at 4502 University Ave. will be open Saturday, Aug. 31 before closing for construction on Sunday, Sept. 1.
'This is a pretty unique situation.' Iowa Cubs roster full of prized prospects
Shortly after learning he’d been promoted to Triple-A, Chicago Cubs prospect Matt Shaw walked into the visiting clubhouse at Trustmark Park where the Tennessee Smokies had been playing on Aug. 4 and saw another celebration breaking out. Outfielder Kevin Alcantara and infielder James Triantos were smiling and hugging teammates after learning that they, too, were headed to the Iowa Cubs. ...
City: Worker used racial epithet, mocked disabled colleague, threatened staff
A City of Des Moines worker resigned recently after being accused of mocking a disabled colleague, using a racial slur and threatening his colleagues. State records indicate Bryan P. Nelson worked for the City of Des Moines as a public works maintenance employee from April 2016 until he quit on May 23, 2024. According to […]
Southwest Iowa Under Severe Thunderstorm Watch
(Des Moines) The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for all of southwest Iowa until 1:00 a.m. on Friday. Thunderstorms are expected to develop this evening and then move across Iowa overnight. Some storms may be severe with large hail, damaging winds, locally heavy rain, and a few tornadoes, all possible, especially over southwest Iowa.
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