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Lundquist Lawsuit Against Charles City School Board Headed for Trial
The lawsuit filed by former Superintendent Anne Lundquist against all five members of the Charles City School Board appears headed for trial. In April, Lundquist was placed on administrative leave while, according to School Board President David Schrodt, the district investigated allegations that raised “questions about Dr. Lundquist’s fitness for duty and ability to serve as an employee of the Charles City Community School District.”
New Hampton v. Sumner-Fredericksburg: Who Will Play for Title Friday?
Chickasaw County and Northeast Iowa is well-represented in the semifinals of the Class 2A State Baseball Tournament in Carroll Thursday (07.25) night. Unfortunately, only one will advance to play for a state title on Friday (07.26). It’s 24-4 Sumner-Fredericksburg coached by Tom Nuss taking on 28-6 New Hampton, coached by...
Local Wartburg College Students among 211 Receiving Diplomas
WAVERLY, IOWA (July 25, 2024) — Wartburg College awarded dipolomas to 211 students during Spring Commencement on Sunday, May 26. Tori Hofer, of Illinois City, graduated with a Bachelor of Music Education in music education. Elyse Juarez, of Davenport, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education. Elizabeth...
University of Iowa announces free Kids' Day at Kinnick event on Aug. 10
IOWA CITY, Iowa -- The University of Iowa football team will host its annual “Kids’ Day at Kinnick,” presented by the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital, on Saturday, Aug. 10. Supporting sponsors for the event include Alliant Energy, Chick-fil-A, Delta Dental of Iowa, and...
Dubuque Business Leads the Way for Solar Energy Across Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
Eagle Point Solar, a leading solar energy provider based in Dubuque, is making waves across the Tri-States. Recognized on the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List by Solar Power World, the company ranks 162nd nationally and 184th in the Solar + Storage Installers category. This recognition highlights Eagle Point Solar's role in bringing clean energy solutions to homes and businesses in the region.
Investigation clears North Liberty police chief to return to work; Union disagrees
NORTH LIBERTY — North Liberty Police Chief Diane Venenga will now return to her post as chief of police after she was put on leave following a no confidence vote by the police union in March. A three-month-long independent investigation by Jason Palmer of Lamson, Dugan & Murray found...
Strawberry Point firefighters return to service under interim chief
STRAWBERRY POINT, Iowa — Firefighters in Strawberry Point will return to service Thursday evening after ongoing talks with the city. City Administrator Deno Andrews tells Iowa's News Now that the volunteers will return and serve under Interim Fire Chief Dean Courtnage. Courtnage has been with the department for 46 years, and previously served as fire chief for 10 years. He succeeds Chief Nic Stelken, who city leaders removed from his job.
Northeast Iowa police department closes after losing all officers to other jobs
LANSING, Iowa (KCRG) — The City of Lansing will have to lean on the Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services, while the city hires new police officers,KCRG reports. On July 15, the New Hampton City Council approved hiring Conrad Rosendahl as the new Chief of Police....
Iowa State Patrol names pedestrian who died after being hit by teen driver
MASON CITY, Iowa — A woman died after being struck by an SUV driven by a 17-year-old in Mason City Wednesday night. A crash report from the Iowa State Patrol said Jade Quam of Mason City was driving a GMC Envoy southbound in the 1500 block of Plymouth Road around 6:12 p.m. when the SUV […]
Benefit Swim Thursday (07.25) for Northeast Iowa Girls Injured in Tubing Accident
The New Hampton Swimming Pool will host a benefit swim Thursday (07.25) night on behalf of a pair of Northeast Iowa girls who were injured in a tubing accident. Ashlyn and Delaney Busta of Lawler were involved in a devastating accident while tubing on the Little Turkey River near Waucoma in mid-July. Ashlyn Busta hit her head and was knocked unconscious. She is still hospitalized in Iowa City from a brain bleed, but family members are hopeful for a full recovery. Delaney injured her ankle but has been recovering at home.
Eastern Iowa Weekend Weather: Rain and Clouds Expected by Sunday
Davenport, IA – Eastern Iowa residents can expect a warm and increasingly humid weekend with rain showers anticipated by Sunday. According to the US National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, temperatures will be in the mid-80s through Friday and Saturday, with a gradual increase in cloud cover. Friday...
Cardiothoracic surgery now offered at Trinity Heart Center
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -The Trinity Heart Center is now offering cardiothoracic surgery. A cardiothoracic surgeon performs surgeries on the organs in your chest, such as the heart or lungs. Surgeries can range from a heart valve replacement to treating lung cancer. Surgeons can treat a variety of health issues in...
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