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Pastor Ken Eberline returns to George
GEORGE—Pastor Ken Eberline never planned on returning to rural N’West Iowa. In fact, he never planned on becoming a pastor. He said it is not unlike God to open doors to places unexpected. Ebenezer Presbyterian Church in George made Eberline its pastor in April, inherently also making him...
Not so Festive Fourth: injuries, police calls and lost pets
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Not everyone in the Quad Cities had a festive Fourth of July this year with firework injuries, polices calls and lost pets. At least 6 people were treated at metro hospitals for fireworks related injuries, 5 at Unity Point and 1 at Genesis. These injuries are just a fraction of the 9,700 people treated for fireworks injuries in ERs last year according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Iowa Great Lakes Sanitary Sewer System is Still at Capacity
Milford, IA (KICD) — The Iowa Great Lakes Sanitary Sewer system is still at capacity. CEO Steve Anderson says they’ve finally pinpointed a problem on the West and Northwest side of West Lake. Anderson is asking homeowners to prevent their flooded houses from emptying into the sanitary sewer.
Hospers Man Taken To Hospital After Hull Accident
Hull, Iowa– A Hospers man was taken to the hospital after an accident in Hull on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. The Iowa State Patrol reports that at about 8:15 a.m., 19-year-old Allan Perez of Hospers was driving a 2024 Honda eastbound on Highway 18, just west of Okey Street in Hull. They tell us that 23-year-old Jordan Jansma of Hull was westbound on 18 in a 2022 Ram pickup. The trooper does note that there was “fog, smoke, or smog” in the area at the time of the accident.
Beth Livingston, University of Iowa – When A Worker Is Harassed During Their Commute
Harassment of workers doesn’t just happen at work, but also on the way in. Beth Livingston, Ralph L. Sheets Assistant Professor of Industrial Relations at the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa, explains more. Beth A. Livingston is the Ralph L. Sheets Associate Professor of Industrial...
Mississippi Lofts Sold for $2.4MM to Becovic Holdings
[Davenport, Iowa - June 28, 2024] - Becovic Holdings Corporation, a prominent real estate development and management company, has finalized the acquisition of Mississippi Lofts, a distinguished residential property located in the vibrant riverfront district of Davenport. The sale represents a significant transaction in the local real estate market, underscoring Becovic Holdings’ strategic expansion and commitment to delivering exceptional living spaces.
Death and two hospitalizations trigger $5,687 fine against nursing home
An Iowa nursing home has been fined $5,687 for quality-of-care issues that resulted in one resident’s death and the hospitalization of two others. In May, the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing visited the Crestview Specialty Care facility in West Branch in response to nine separate complaints concerning resident care. Four of the complaints […] The post Death and two hospitalizations trigger $5,687 fine against nursing home appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Iowa Football: Top 5 remaining must-have recruits for 2025 class
The 2025 recruiting class for the Iowa Hawkeyes is going to be a bit of a step back from 2024. The Hawkeyes are currently ranked No. 57 nationally by 247Sports' rankings and 17th in the Big Ten. Last year's class had eight four stars in the class and finished 32nd nationally and ninth in the conference.
Step back in time at the Soul Train Dance Party in Iowa City Senior Center
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KGAN) — Get ready to groove at the Soul Train Dance Party, set to light up the Iowa City Senior Center (ICSC) from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2024. Hosted by the one and only ICSC Original Mature Groovers, this dance party promises an evening of non-stop fun and funky beats.
Brady Quinn feels Kirk Ferentz received ‘disrespectful’ Big Ten head coach power ranking
To start the month of July, CBS Sports’ Tom Fornelli unveiled his 2024 Big Ten head coach power rankings. In the now 18-team Big Ten, Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz checked in at a very respectable No. 6. The dean of college football coaches just led Iowa to its third 10-win season in the past five years with a 10-4 campaign in 2023. Ferentz is Iowa’s all-time wins leader and ranks third all-time in both overall victories (196) and conference wins (122) among Big Ten coaches. After unveiling Ferentz at No. 6 in his Big Ten head coach power rankings, Fornelli joined hosts Amanda Guerra...
Area’s Largest Independence Day Celebration Set For Saturday In Breda
The area’s largest Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Breda American Legion, is set to get underway tomorrow (Saturday) in Breda’s Memorial Park. Legion Member Bob Fasbender says it is one of the best ways to celebrate the nation, even though it doesn’t fall on the holiday directly.
Hanson Nature Center Grand Opening Scheduled
The Winnebago County Conservation Board and the Friends of Winnebago County Conservation. have scheduled a Grand Opening for the new Hanson Nature Center! It will be held on Saturday, July 13th, from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM at the Center, located at 41600 Highway 69, Leland, Iowa. The event will also serve as a retirement party for Winnebago County Conservation Board Director Robert Schwartz who will be retiring on July 31st.
Cedar Rapids Firefighter Injured After 30-Foot Fall
(Cedar Rapids, IA) -- A Cedar Rapids firefighter is in the hospital after falling 30-feet while fighting a fire. Crews were called to the former Diamond V Mills site at 436 G Avenue NW this (Friday) morning. The Department says when fire crews arrived, people were seen evacuating the building. The city boarded up the building a couple of weeks ago. The firefighter has serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.
Big Ten Offseason Evaluation: Iowa Hawkeyes
In our Big Ten Offseason Evaluation series, we’ll break down the roster changes and outlook for all 18 Big Ten basketball teams heading into the 2024-25 season. Next up is Iowa, which returns a few key pieces but must replace its point guard and center.
Ben Crusinberry eager for start as Iowa City West's interim head volleyball coach
Ben Crusinberry was at a crossroads during his sophomore year at Hunter College in New York. He was in the middle of his four-year run as a starter for the varsity men’s volleyball team, a time when he struggled academically. Crusinberry, Iowa City West's new volleyball coach, had a...
Boutique inspires others to shop local
LARCHWOOD—With her boutique on Broadway in Larchwood, American Hero Clothing owner Michelle Sanderson allows customers to shop without making a trip to a big city. “When people discover they don’t have to make a trip to Sioux Falls for clothing or gift options, it’s a wonderful thing,” Sanderson said.
Dubuque Native Kayla Banwarth Takes Pro Volleyball Coaching Job
The Pro Volleyball Federation’s Atlanta Vibe have appointed Dubuque native Kayla Banwarth, former Power Five head volleyball coach and member of the 2016 USA Olympic Team, as their new head coach. Banwarth has already assumed her role with the team. The Vibe finished the inaugural Pro Volleyball Federation season...
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