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Biggest snowfalls recorded in Iowa history
Almost everyone who lives in areas prone to snow seems to have a legendary snowstorm story: the blizzard of '78, the Storm of the Century, any of the blizzards or bomb cyclones that have happened since then. And according to experts, historic snowstorms—the kind you measure all other snowy days against—are becoming more regular.
Flooded Iowa schools ready to reopen
(The Center Square) - It was just two months ago that Rock Valley schools were devastated by floods, but officials said Thursday they will be ready to reopen next week. Historic flooding in June left many homes damaged or ruined, and Rock Valley Community School District buildings were unusable. "In June when the flood hit, I was at a bit of a loss: ‘Where do we go? We have kids...
Four Vehicle Accident near Melvin
Melvin, IA (KICD) — Fog is blamed for a three vehicle accident Southwest of Melvin Wednesday morning. The Iowa State Patrol has not identified the drivers, but says there were no serious injuries. A semi operated by a 35 year old Sioux Rapids man was Eastbound on 260th Street...
SEASON PREVIEW: Volleyball Poised for Bounce Back Season in 2024
STORM LAKE, Iowa (Aug. 29, 2024) - The Buena Vista University volleyball team opens its 2024 season on Aug. 30, and the Beavers are poised for a bounce back season under third-year head coach Will Baumann. In Baumann's first season at the helm in 2022, the Beavers finished third in...
More events for annual Big Sioux River Days
HAWARDEN—Hawarden is ready to welcome everyone for Big Sioux River Days, which starts Thursday, Aug. 29, and goes until Monday, Sept. 2. Hawarden chamber director Julie Coyle said she and the retail community events committee are ready to serve up some fun memories. “Big Sioux River Days is about...
Tickets for Sale for Greene County Medical Center Auxiliary Salad Luncheon
The Greene County Medical Center Auxiliary will be hosting their popular salad luncheon fundraiser on Tuesday, September 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jefferson Elks Lodge. There will be a variety of salads to choose from, take-out will be available and walk-ins are welcome. “The salad luncheon...
Why Are Egg Prices Going up in Eastern Iowa?
Egg prices are increasing in eastern Iowa...again!. This is something we've seen and something we've been through before here in eastern Iowa but what is the reasoning behind this? Is it the standard "supply chain" problem we've grown accustomed to hearing? Is it because of the bird flu? Maybe it's a combination of all of these things. What's the biggest cause behind the increase in price this time?
Increased Law Enforcement Presence on Roadways This Holiday Weekend
(Denison) Labor Day weekend marks the official end of the summer vacation period. Motorists can expect a dramatic increase in travel this weekend. Iowa State Patrol Trooper and Public Information Officer Shelby McCreedy says roadways will be busy today, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Trooper McCreedy says extra law enforcement will...
Fareway, Iowa Wave Shirt team up to raise money for children's hospital
DES MOINES, Iowa — Fareway shoppers in Iowa have the opportunity to support a good cause. The new fundraiser is inspired by the heartwarming tradition at University of Iowa home football games. After the first quarter, fans stand and wave to the children at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital, overlooking Kinnick Stadium.
After floods, Rock Valley schools push back opening of school for construction
There was four feet of murky, muddy water outside and at least two feet inside the school from the June 22 flooding that killed one person and displaced 1,500 more in Rock Valley. Days of heavy rainfall in mid-June pushed the nearby Rock River to a record-breaking depth of 27 feet ―...
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