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Hills Elementary School building to be demolished
HILLS, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa City Community School District and the city of Hills are in agreement on the demolition of the Hills Elementary School building. The district and city leaders announced the decision in a joint press release Wednesday, saying the decision was made after considering other potential uses for the building and the costs for renovations.
Clinton police attempt to identify suspect in fire investigation
CLINTON, Iowa (KWQC) - The Clinton Police Department is investigating a fire at the North Bridge Mini Storage. Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect of interest. The Clinton Police Department posted to their Facebook page a couple of photos showing the suspect on a...
Local college student accused of mid-July rape pleads not guilty
A local college student has pleaded not guilty to accusations he sexually assaulted a juvenile female last month. Nandoya Ramadhan Othman, age 20, has been charged with third-degree sexual abuse by force. Decorah Police officers initially responded to a disturbance the evening of July 18 in the parking lot of the Decorah Walmart, after which a 17-year-old from Waukon told police Othman had raped her earlier that afternoon.
Son of Iowa Basketball Legend Earns his Own Scholarship
When you talk Iowa basketball and say the name Kingsbury, you think of three-point shots raining down. Before Caitlin Clark made the logo three her thing at Iowa, there was Chris Kingsbury. Chris Kingsbury came to the Iowa men's basketball program from Ohio. He was the state player of the...
Awesome Craft/Makers Markets Happening in Eastern Iowa This Fall
Earlier this month, Midwest Living published a list of '10 Great Makers Markets to Visit This Fall.' We're happy to report that one Iowa market made the cut! It's called The Pear Fair, and it's held annually in Cedar Falls. The Pear Fair is a popular craft fair that showcases...
On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, DEA Encourages Communities to Continue Education Efforts
OMAHA, Neb. – The five state Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division, which includes Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota, is reminding Midwestern communities to continue education efforts that raise awareness to the life-threatening consequences of fentanyl experimentation and use while recognizing National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August 21.
Iowa Teen Caught Going Over 120 mph On a Suspended License
An Iowa teenager landed in the hottest of waters after being caught going well over 100 mph near Ottumwa. The kicker? He was driving on a suspended license. The Iowa State Patrol are hoping this serves as a reminder for parents to talk to their children who are just starting to drive or are actively learning the Rules of the Road about the dangers of excessive speed.
Gladbrook-Reinbeck football coach John Olson previews Rebels’ 2024 season
Gladbrook-Reinbeck high school football coach John Olson recently joined The Fan to preview the Rebels’ upcoming 2024 season. Listen to ‘Cole & Company’ weekdays from 5-6p throughout August for 2024 season previews of Metro & Area high school football teams.
“Iowa nice to a T” says fairgoer who lost his wallet at state fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — It’s been three days since the fairgrounds shut down for the 2024 season, but the Iowa Public Safety Office is still working to get lost items back to owners. “Right now we get a lot of items turned in, a lot of bank cards, letter driver’s licenses, a lot of cell […]
‘I love this team’: Defending state champ Zuber, Hawks seek another podium finish
Although the Ankeny boys’ cross country team is third in the Class 4A preseason rankings by the Iowa Association of Track Coaches, the Hawks might be the team to beat on paper. Ankeny returns four of its top seven runners from last year’s squad that earned a second consecutive...
Longtime Helping Hands Food Pantry Director Chuck Galeazzi has Passed Away
The longtime director of Helping Hands Food Pantry in Knoxville passed away on Tuesday. Chuck Galeazzi dedicated a majority of his life to helping people in the Knoxville community through providing food and shelter, and providing encouragement and hope to anyone who may be struggling or going through a difficult time. Galeazzi lived by the mantra of HOPE or “Helping Other People Everyday,” which was often seen on the clothes he was wearing or on the side of his truck. Galeazzi also was dedicated to providing Thanksgiving turkeys and Christmas hams to any family in need throughout all of Marion County during the holiday season.
Urbandale woman allegedly assaults boyfriend over cell phone
An Urbandale woman was arrested Monday afternoon after allegedly assaulting an Urbandale man in the home. Yamiah Shaquell Freemont, 19, of 4401 160th Circle, Urbandale, was charged with first-offense domestic abuse assault-bodily injury or mental illness. The incident began about 1:30 p.m. Monday in the 4400 block of 160th Circle,...
“No ego” James Neal hopes to help ISU’s O-line take another step toward greater consistency
AMES — James Neal considered each request but politely declined. Then the requests turned to pleas and the then-high school basketball player consulted with his parents. They had forbidden their 6-6 son from playing football to that point, but Neal — who started all 13 games on the offensive line last season for Iowa State — finally convinced them to let him try.
State report on Zearing, after clerk failed to file city budget on time
The state auditor’s office has examined operations in the town of Zearing after the city’s former clerk missed two deadlines and the city was unable to collect property taxes for a year. Zearing City Clerk Karen Davis was fired in July of 2022 after she failed to file...
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