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Waterloo’s Lost Island Themepark to Unveil Thrilling New Coaster
National Rollercoaster Day was on Friday, August 16th this year. In honor of this holiday, Waterloo's Lost Island Themepark made an exciting announcement about a major development for the Eastern Iowa park. Next year, there will be a brand-new rollercoaster, and it will be a first for the entire state!
Big 4 Fair Buildings in Nashua Vandalized
Authorities are asking for the public’s help with information on vandalism to facilities at the Big 4 Fairgrounds in Nashua. A Big 4 Fair Facebook post on Friday (08.16) afternoon asked, “Where do you even begin? Shame on the unproductive members of society who decided to break into the fairgrounds to vandalize and cause thousands of dollars in damages.”
Jerry Wollmering named Chief Financial Officer for UNI Athletics
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa --- The UNI Athletics Department on Tuesday announced that longtime Truman State Director of Athletics Jerry Wollmering will serve as its new Senior Associate Athletics Director - Chief Financial Officer. Wollmering, who has led Truman State Athletics for the past 25 years, will assume his role on...
Brand New North Liberty Pizza Ranch is Now Open [PHOTOS]
It's official! A brand new Pizza Ranch is now open in North Liberty!. Back in August of 2023, the North Liberty Pizza Ranch location at 395 Beaver Kreek Center closed its doors for good. But, the closure wasn't unexpected. The business had previously announced that they would be relocating to a new, bigger building at 1355 Hayes Lane! That new location began welcoming customers yesterday (August 19th).
Proposed sale of Luther Manor properties takes next step
ASBURY, Iowa — A Dubuque County judge has expressed his support for the proposed sale of a pair of senior living properties previously run by a Dubuque nonprofit. District Court Judge Thomas Bitter issued his ruling Monday after a hearing held at the Dubuque County Courthouse. The move paves the way for the sale of Luther Manor Properties, located at 3131 Hillcrest Road in Dubuque and 5300 Grand Meadow Drive in Asbury.
Iowa High School Volleyball Match will be Played Outdoors
There have been some historic outdoor sporting events in recent years here in the Midwest. You had the 'Crossover at Kinnick' event starring the Iowa women's basketball team. It was the largest outdoor women's basketball game ever played. Then there was the volleyball match between Nebraska and Omaha last August. A crowd of over 92,000 packed Memorial Stadium in Lincoln to become the largest crowd to ever watch a women's sporting event.
Fire & Rescue Searching The River For a Dubuque Man That Went Missing 
Update: He has been found and is declining medical and is in good shape. He was located in the mud down by Massey area. Dubuque fire and rescue, along with the Key West fire department, is currently searching for an elderly man who disappeared around 5 PM today while riding his blue jet ski south past 9 Mile Island on the Mississippi River. The search is ongoing, and authorities are asking for any tips or sightings related to the missing man. Search efforts are focused on the river and nearby banks, with boats involved in the operation. At this time, no details about the individual or their name are being released.
Alburnett and College Community schools launch new learning model for pathway after graduation
Linn County, Iowa (KCRG) - A new instructional learning model is being introduced to schools in Iowa for the first time, and the schools it’s being launched in are right here in Eastern Iowa. Alburnett Community School District and College Community School District will launch the Three Dimensions of...
Iowa Falls man charged with arson, attempted murder after setting mechanic shop on fire
ELDORA, Iowa — A central Iowa man is charged with arson and three counts of attempted murder after starting a fire at a mechanic shop in Eldora. Court documents say 33-year-old Stephen Littlepage, of Iowa Falls, walked into the garage near 21st Street and 17th Avenue on June 16 with a yard sprayer filled with flammable liquid. They say he sprayed three people, including a minor, in the garage.
From Iowa To Texas: The Incredible Ride Honoring WASP of WWII
The National Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASP) WWII Museum in Sweetwater, Texas, is preparing to honor veteran and avid cyclist Larry Ritland as he embarks on his "WASP Legacy Ride." This remarkable journey, set to take place from September 1 to 28, 2024, will see Ritland cycle from Iowa to Texas in tribute to the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II. Ritland is a Vietnam veteran and is a proud 42-year member of the American Legion.
Eastern Iowans Face Steep Property Tax Increases Amid Rising Costs
Show of hands; who here watched their property taxes jump an astronomical amount again this year? If you were on the receiving end of a statement, like the one I received, your probably more than a little irked at how your land value could drop, while the value of your home increased anywhere from $10-30K in just a years' time. Funny how that works isn't it?
USDA and the Heartland Regional Food Business Center Make Available Over $3.7 Million to Farm and Food Businesses in First Round of Business Builder Grants
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Heartland Regional Food Business Center (RFBC) have announced the availability of more than $3.7 million in Business Builder Grants to support small, mid-sized, and diverse food and farm entrepreneurs. These grants will promote business expansion, job creation, business capacity building, and increase local products in the local market. The funding is available for local food projects in Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Nebraska, and northwest Arkansas.
Iowa Breaks a Record It Hopes to Never Break Again
The state of Iowa broke a 20-year-old record this year and it's a record that Iowans would be perfectly fine with never breaking again. The worst part about this record-setting year is we're only 2/3rds of the way through 2024. There is still plenty of time for the state of Iowa to add to this total tornado count, which is pretty scary.
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