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Oelwein man killed in rural intersection crash near Hazleton
HAZLETON, Iowa — Authorities say tall corn and no seat belt both may have played a role in a deadly crash near Hazleton Saturday afternoon. First responders were called to the intersection of 130th Street and Indiana Avenue just before 12:30pm Saturday. Investigators say two cars entered the uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Authorities believe both drivers were unable to see the other before it was too late because of the height of the corn. 19-year-old Connor Jorgensen of Oelwein was driving one of the cars. He went into the ditch, rolling over and coming to a stop upside down. Jorgensen suffered minor injuries.
Conservation Field Day to Be Held Aug. 8 in Cedar Rapids
Crop farmers and anyone involved with on-farm conservation practices will get an in-person demonstration of some of the latest conservation efforts happening in Iowa during a special field day Aug. 8 being held in Cedar Rapids. Agronomists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach are partnering with Cargill to hold...
Former UNI Basketball Star Teams Up with Lebron for Olympics
These days, Iowa and basketball is a dangerous combo. The entire Hawkeye State has been cheering on Caitlin Clark as her global popularity rises. Another notable Iowa alum, Kate Martin was drafter to the 2 time WNBA championship winning team the Las Vegas Aces this year. So, obviously this year...
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear blasts Trump-Vance presidential ticket to Iowa crowd
Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear drew standing ovations from the crowd Saturday at the Iowa Democratic Party’s Liberty and Justice Celebration event. Beshear said the upcoming election would be vital to protecting Americans’ rights and keeping former President Donald Trump out of office. “Women’s rights are on the line, our economic recovery is on the […]
Humidity, Wildfire Smoke, & Scattered Storms
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) -It’s a pleasant morning across Eastern Iowa with temperatures in the 60s and 70s. The sky is also a bit gray, not because of clouds, but because of wildfire smoke higher up in the atmosphere. Impacts to air quality will be minimal since most of the smoke won’t come to the ground. We’ll be dealing with wildfire smoke this weekend before the smoke starts to clear for the start of the workweek. Cloud cover will gradually increase this afternoon, coming in from the south. Highs this afternoon will reach the mid to upper 80s, however it will feel like the low 90s this afternoon since dew points are forecasted to reach the low 70s. Overnight, lows will cool into the mid to upper 60s with increasing clouds and isolated showers in the south. Isolated showers are possible on Sunday with temperatures in the mid 80s and dew points once again in the low 70s.
Drake University Announces New Board of Trustee Members
Four new trustees join the Board, three members retire. Drake University is pleased to announce the next class of Board of Trustee members. The four new members include Esfand Dinshaw, Jeff Russell, Nikki Syverson, and Tiffany Tauscheck. The incoming trustees were approved by the Board earlier this year and began their initial three-year term of service on July 1, 2024. Additionally, Larry Zimpleman, Cathy Lacy, and Martha Capps have retired from the Board after completing their terms.
Women’s Network Member Profile
First Job: My first official job was working at a donut and ice cream store in Knoxville, IA. Awards/Recognitions: In the past I have received the following awards: The Stevinson Award presented by the Missouri Rehabilitation Association, Bulldog Forever Volunteer Award presented by Truman State University, Show-Me State Female Volunteer of the Year, Elks Officer of the Year, and Job Point Employee of the Year.
Metro’s own legendary Olympic gymnastics coach inspires young athletes ahead of 2024 Paris games
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — The country is flipping with excitement for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, but gymnasts at Chow’s Gymnastics and Dance in West Des Moines are particularly eager. Partially because the gym’s Olympic history serves as a reminder that they, too, can achieve their dreams. “For me, I just know that no […]
IFA Alumnus Karson Sharar Prepares for Junior Season with Iowa Football
Iowa Falls-Alden Alumnus Karson Sharar is gearing up for his redshirt junior season with the University of Iowa football team. Sharar is currently studying Sport and Recreation management with a concentration in coaching, and has spent the summer helping run youth football camps in Iowa City. The Iowa football team...
Weather Alert: Storms and High Heat Forecast for Eastern Iowa, Western Illinois
Davenport, IA – Scattered showers and isolated storms are expected to move northward across eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois this morning and into the afternoon. High temperatures will range from the upper 70s in far northwest Illinois to the upper 80s in far northeast Missouri and west central Illinois. Showers and storms may redevelop after midnight, with some potentially becoming strong.
Iowa’s July Might’ve Been Cooler Than You Realize
I hate to be bearer of bad news but before we could even blink, we're almost to the month of August. Maybe parents with kids on summer vacation think these past 2 months have slowly crawled by but I already feel like I hardly remember June!. Students are have around...
Looking back at Adventureland's "Tornado" rollercoaster
Generations of Iowans have ridden Adventureland's iconic "Tornado" rollercoaster, and soon, the wooden ride will gain the coveted designation of "rollercoaster landmark."Driving the news: The Tornado will be named a landmark by American Coaster Enthusiasts next month, during the group's national conference on Aug. 17.Only 48 rollercoasters have been recognized as landmarks, denoting a ride's historic value.Here's a look back at the history of the Tornado:How it started: The ride first opened to large fanfare in 1978 with former Gov. Robert Ray presiding over the Tornado's opening ceremony, according to a past Register article.With a $1.5 million price tag,...
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