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Erin Kerkhoff prepares for Paris, set to compete in second Paralympic Games
Eastern Iowa native Erin Kerkhoff is making final preparations before flying off to Paris to compete in her second Paralympic Games. Kerkhoff suffers from optic nerve atrophy, a condition that heavily impairs her eye sight. Despite having 20/300 vision in her right eye and 20/400 vision in her left eye, she still had a love for track and field and excelled at the sport, winning a state title for Solon before competing on Northern Iowa's track team.
Cedar Rapids schools to enforce stricter attendance policy to comply with new Iowa law
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Cedar Rapids Community School District (CRCSD) has implemented a stricter attendance policy in compliance with a new state law, potentially involving the county attorney and juvenile court for cases of excessive absenteeism, according to a Wednesday press release. The revised policy is aimed at...
Kate Martin On NCAA vs WNBA: The Key Differences Explained
Kate Martin, a former Iowa Hawkeyes player now with the Las Vegas Aces, emphasizes the significant differences between NCAA and WNBA basketball. While expectations for Caitlin Clark to dominate in the WNBA were high, Martin highlights the increased physicality and faster pace in the professional league as key challenges. Both players have had to adapt their playing styles; Martin noted that in the WNBA, "everybody is my size, and like faster," requiring adjustments similar to those faced during their transitions to college basketball.
‘A beautiful reminder’ Annual Seed Savers benefit concert attracts hundreds
Seed Savers Exchange held its 24th annual benefit concert Aug. 10, packing about two acres of land with supporters and music lovers during the organization’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Typically, the Iowa countryside echoes the sounds of native wildlife, but, one night every year on a farm near...
Campers solve ‘The Vanishing of the Jolly Roger’
Webster City Community Theatre welcomed 27 young campers to its youth summer theatre workshop last week. The camp was led by three teaching artists from Footliters Traveling Playhouse, a touring program from Young Footliters Youth Theatre and Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. The campers auditioned for roles in the...
Iowa legacy recruit Julian 'JuJu' Manson keeping an open mind during recruiting process
NORTH LIBERTY - It was a big summer for Iowa City West 2026 three-star athlete Julian Manson. The 6-foot-4, 210-pound Manson picked up offers from Minnesota and Iowa, along with Kent State, Miami (OH), and North Dakota State. Manson is the son of former Iowa quarterback Jason Manson, who is the current Director of Player Development for the Hawkeyes.
Community recalls cherished memories as Lighthouse reduced to rubble by flames
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — For 112 years, the Lighthouse restaurant stood as a cherished landmark in Cedar Rapids, drawing diners from around the world. Now, with the building reduced to a pile of rubble, the community is left to share personal and historical memories of the beloved establishment. “Growing...
Hawkeyes Announce WBB Nonconference Slate
IOWA CITY, Iowa – The University of Iowa women’s basketball team announced its 2024-25 nonconference schedule Thursday, it was announced by P. Sue Beckwith, MD, Head Women’s Basketball Coach Jan Jensen. The schedule features six home contests in Iowa City. The Hawkeyes will play one preseason exhibition...
Rhys Dakin among USA TODAY Sports’ instant impact freshmen
The Iowa Hawkeyes know how to turn terrific play in the third phase of the game into winning football. Punting is winning. That’s a moniker that’s taken to heart in Iowa City. Last season, storied Hawkeye punter Tory Taylor captured the Ray Guy Award after setting the NCAA single-season punting yardage record with 4,479 yards on 93 punts. Taylor had 109 punts downed inside the opponents’ 20-yard-line over the past three seasons. Taylor was so good that the Chicago Bears were comfortable using a fourth-round pick on him in the 2024 NFL draft. With Taylor off to the Windy City in the NFL, opposing...
Probation violation leads to felony drug charge against Mason City woman
MASON CITY, Iowa – A North Iowa woman wanted for a probation violation is jailed for illegal drugs. Tara Mae Klein, 40 of Mason City, is charged with a class “B” controlled substance violation. The Mason City Police Department says a warrant was issued for Klein’s arrest...
Victim of Iowa golf course drowning identified as worker
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Investigators now say the man who drowned at in a pond at an Iowa City Golf Course was an employee. The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office says it found the body of 38 year-old Christopher Plowman, 38, of Tiffin, on Wednesday in a pond at Pleasant Valley Golf Course in Iowa City. The Sheriff’s Office confirmed Plowman was an employee of the golf course.
Supervisors approve rezoning for biodigester 3-2, after turbulent public hearing
A request to rezone a piece of rural Ridgeway property from agricultural to industrial was approved in a 3-2 vote by the Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors following a public hearing on the issue Monday morning. Novilla Renewable Natural Gas submitted the zoning application, and the proposed biodigester will be...
Owner of swimming pool allegedly linked to illness sues the state for inaction
An Iowa company accused of endangering the public health is now suing the state over an alleged three-year refusal to review its plans for swimming pool repairs. Custom Fitness, which is owned by Jason Bailey and Whole Health Natural Foods LLC, is suing the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing in Polk County District […]
ALS Association to help raise money, Walk to Defeat ALS in Iowa City Aug. 18
IOWA CITY, Iowa — The Eastern Iowa walk to Defeat ALS returns to Iowa City this weekend to help raise more awareness. ALS -- orLou Gehrig’s Disease -- is a progressiveneurodegenerative disease that affects the nerve cells in the brain and spinal chord. Over time, it progresses and affects motor skills, including:
Family-Run Businesses Find a Home in Robins Region, GA
Local businesses thrive in Georgia’s Robins Region. With its welcoming environment, stellar schools and picturesque communities, the Robins Region of Georgia provides an ideal location for families to thrive. For these local business owners, the region has proven to be the perfect place to start a business in addition to raising a family.
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