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Iowa Veterans Home is more than just a standard nursing home
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa- Marshalltown is home to the only veterans home in Iowa and it’s also the fifth largest in the country. But, other than its size, the 150-acre facility is known for the personal relationships that are built and the community involvement. At the Iowa Veterans Home, it’s not...
Eastern Iowans share why they love the USA
LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Even though there was a little bit of rain throughout the afternoon, it wasn’t enough to dampen the spirits of festivalgoers in Eastern Iowa. With Independence Day celebrations all across the state, many Iowans are using these festivals as an opportunity to reflect on what makes the holiday special for them.
From Territory To State: Iowa’s Journey To Statehood On July 4th
As big days go, July 4th is one of the big dogs. It's America's birthday. July 4th is not just a big day for America. It's also part of Iowa history. We learned from Iowa PBS that early in its journey, the U.S. Congress set up a roadmap for western lands to become states, remembering how the American colonists weren't exactly fans of British rule (cue the Revolutionary fireworks). One of their star acts was the Northwest Ordinance of 1787. It gave a how-to guide for places like Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin to join the statehood club.
Doctor: Fireworks pose very real risk to your eyesight
(Radio Iowa) – An eye doctor who serves northeast Iowa dreads being on call during the Fourth of July, as she says there’s always a case of someone being blinded by fireworks. Dr. Anna Kitzmann, an ophthalmologist with Gundersen Health in Decorah, says fireworks can cause devastating injuries to the hands, face and especially to the eyes.
‘We are here with that insecurity’: Mixed-status families weigh leaving Iowa
WATERLOO, Iowa — Having spent more than half her life in Waterloo, Iowa, she has built a life here. It’s where she met her husband and where her only daughter, who wants to become a sonographer, was born. That’s why, after a day’s work at an area meatpacking...
GTSB Reminds Drivers No One is a Good Drunk Driver this July 4th Weekend
(Iowa) – As Iowans commemorate Independence Day, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) has one critical message, “No One’s a Good DRUNK Driver.” In 2022, a person lost their life every 39 minutes in alcohol-related crashes on U.S. roads. From July 3 to July 7, law enforcement statewide will heighten vigilance against drunk driving on our roads.
Local Iowa high school softball highlights and scores (7-3-24)
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) – Attached are the highlights and scores from our local Iowa high school softball games on July 3rd, 2024: Lawton-Bronson 13, Alta-Aurelia 3 MVAOCOU 13, Cherokee 2 Sioux Central 14, Unity Christian 4 Ridge View 6, Akron-Westfield 3 Sheldon 7, Sibley-Ocheyedan 5 Boyden-Hull/Rock Valley 7, Central Lyon 6 Gehlen Catholic 2, […]
Cover Crop Business Accelerator from PFI and ISA celebrates 5 years
Practical Farmers of Iowa and the Iowa Soybean Association offer their Cover Crop Business Accelerator (CCBA) program to support cover crop adoption in the Midwest. The program is now in its fifth year, and it helps new and emerging cover crop businesses with the seed and application services they need to reach their conservation goals. Ross McCaw, a CCBA participant and farmer from Marengo, talked about why he started his cover crop business.
Red, White, and Blue Celebration Success
The two day, Red, White, and Blue Celebration has come to an end. Wednesday night started out with the Classic Car Cruise-In event in the 13th Street District. In total, there were 92 cars that parked to strut their stuff. A free concert followed at West End Park by Damon Dotson. Thursday morning then kicked off again in the 13th street district with a parade and picnic. After a few little league baseball and softball games at the Iowa Veterans Home fields people then shifted to the 6th Street Softball complex.
Farmland Leasing and Management Workshops to address setting fair cash rents
ALTOONA – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is conducting a dozen in-person farmland lease meetings in Central Iowa in early August. Meeting sites include Adel, Altoona, Ames, Boone, Grinnell, Grundy Center, Indianola, Knoxville, Newton, Marshalltown, Oskaloosa, and Toledo. Participants will also receive a 100-page Farmland Leasing Arrangements booklet.
STC Middle School softball wins NICL conference tournament
Did you know South Tama County still has a presence in the North Iowa Cedar League? On Tuesday, June 25, the STC middle school softball team put the NICL on notice, blazing through the tournament in dominant fashion. Coach of the team and high school activities director Chelsea Ahrens talked...
Dale Wambold receives inaugural Reinbeck Citizen Spotlight Award
REINBECK – Dale Wambold may not have been born and raised in Reinbeck – or even Grundy County, for that matter – but after spending nearly four decades living in, working for, and giving back to the small town community he loves, Wambold has certainly earned his Reinbeck cred. Which is why the retired public educator was recently honored with the first annual ‘Reinbeck Citizen Spotlight Award’ — an inaugural effort by the Reinbeck Development Board to ‘spotlight’ a local citizen who “inspires and empowers our community to thrive through collaborative projects that drive sustainable growth and well-being.”
Grundy Center Historical Society hosting first Garden Tour
GRUNDY CENTER – As many people know, Grundy County is known for its good, black dirt that benefits the farmers with high production of corn and soybeans, but that black dirt enhances the production of some beautiful gardens in the area. The Grundy Center Historical Society is hosting its first Garden Tour from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 14.
Honoring heroes: Czech WWII historian preserving veteran stories aims to return to Iowa
Note: If you know of a World War II veteran living in Iowa or nearby states, contact Jiří Klůc on his Facebook page or email: sokolovo1943@seznam.cz. Jiří Klůc is in a race against time. The World War II historian, a doctoral student at Charles...
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