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Sewer Mains Being Cleaned in Peosta
Peosta officials have announced that Kruser Septic Service is cleaning sewer mains in the city throughout this week and next. Residents may “experience a gurgling sound in toilets” when workers are in their area. Officials recommend keeping toilet lids shut. Work has begun in Oak Park Estates, Peosta Acres, Gingerbread and Kelly Oaks Park neighborhoods. Additional updates will be provided on the city’s Facebook page.
Lawsuit by former employee alleges C6-Zero bribed safety official before Marengo plant explosion
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - A former employee is suing the company that operated the alternative fuels plant in Marengo that exploded in 2022, alleging they may have bribed a public safety official. The explosion hurt 20 workers and forced nearby neighborhoods to evacuate. The State Fire Marshal determined the explosion...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Rockingham Road intersection down to one lane after 2 semis crash
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Davenport police are directing traffic after two semi-trucks crashed, with one hitting a utility pole. The crash happened at about 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at Rockingham Road and Fairmount Street. The intersection was down to one lane while a semi was waiting for a tow. Police said...
One person flown to the hospital after Charles City auto accident
CHARLES CITY, Iowa – One person was flown to the hospital after a two-vehicle accident Wednesday morning. Charles City Fire Rescue says it was called to the accident south of town around 5:15 am and arrived to find two cars with significant damage. One person was already receiving medical treatment by AMR Ambulance Service. A second person had to be removed from a vehicle using hydraulic spreaders and cutters.
2024 Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, August 1 through 3
An eagerly awaited weekend of live performances returning to the Quad Cities for the 53rd time, the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival will, from August 1 through 3, again enjoy residency at the Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center. For 2024, the Davenport venue will host performances by eight local and national jazz acts: Chicago Cellar Boys; El Dorado Jazz Band; Graystone Monarchs; Mike Davis’ New Wonders; Paul Asaro & His Rhythm; T.J. Muller’s Jazz-O-Maniacs; The Dooley Band; and the Bix Youth Jazz Band.
Escucha Mi Voz members talk on affordable housing at Iowa City Council meeting
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Members of the nonprofit group Escucha Mi Voz spoke up on the need for affordable housing at Tuesday night's Iowa City Council meeting. They alleged that property owners have come from out of town, bought rental properties, then overcharged for rent. Members said doing this impacts Iowa City's immigrant community the most.
Stricter abortion laws could go into effect as early as Friday
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa's stricter abortion access law could go into effect as early as this Friday. It all depends on how long it takes the district court to act. Right now, people in Iowa can get abortions up to 20 weeks into their pregnancy. However, due to a state supreme court ruling, abortion will become illegal once cardiac activity is detected.
KLEM News for Wednesday, July 17
FEMA APPROVES DISASTER RECOVERY TEMPORARY HOUSING PROGRAM. Federal officials have approved Governor Kim Reynolds’ request that Iowans in 14 counties including Plymouth County may apply for temporary housing assistance. This is for residents who cannot live in their own homes due to flood or tornado damage. FEMA’s Temporary Housing...
As Iowa's 'fetal heartbeat' abortion ban looms, clinics prepare for an uncertain future
In the final days before one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the country is expected to take effect, the atmosphere at Iowa abortion clinics has become emotionally fraught. This week marks a dramatic legal and policy change in the reproductive care permitted in the state. But even as health care providers...
A Look Back at ‘Saturday Night Live’ Castmembers Who Call Iowa Home
Saturday Night Live has kind of become like The Simpsons, or even Survivor. Every time it's own TV, I can't help but think to myself, "wow, that show is still on?" It wouldn't be if it didn't have a devoted legion of fans who faithfully tune in each and every week. SNL is presently in its 49th season, and recently welcomed its first "gen Z" castmember in Marcello Hernandez.
Iowa Basketball Notebook: Fran McCaffery on expectations for newcomers, Owen Freeman's growth, and defense
McCaffery spoke with reporters about Iowa's incoming freshmen group and other forwards on the roster, as well as the growth of Owen Freeman. Iowa is also looking to make a step forward on the defensive side of the floor. Let's dive into the important things that McCaffery noted on Monday.
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