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NIACOG resurrecting its NICE rideshare program for workers
MASON CITY, Iowa – A rideshare program is returning to North Central Iowa. The North Iowa Area Council of Governments (NIACOG) says an improved version of its North Iowa Commuter Express (NICE) program will team up with Commute with Enterprise, an affiliate of Enterprise-Rent-A-Car, to offer van travel for people who live inside or outside of the counties of Cerro Gordo, Floyd, Franklin, Kossuth, Mitchell, Winnebago and Worth and wish to access jobs in the area.
Severe Weather in Eastern NE Leaves Thousands Without Power
The evening of Wednesday, July 31st saw eastern Nebraska and parts of western Iowa pummeled by severe thunderstorms between 5 and 7 PM. Radar indicated the storms moved southwest to northeast from I-80 near Grand Island, NE towards Des Moines, IA along I-80. These storms brought minor hail, at least...
Iowa State Fair: Meet all 10 people named 'Iowan of the Day' at this year's State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa State Fair's list of Iowans of the Day is out and, as always, it's an impressive collection of people who have demonstrated exceptional integrity, pride, hard work, and dedication to their communities. Video above: These 3 Iowa State Fair menu items will compete...
Southeast Iowa man sets world record for biggest eggplant
BLOOMFIELD, Iowa — A southeast Iowa man now holds the world record for biggest eggplant. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship said Dave Bennett from Bloomfield recently set a record with his eggplant weighing 8.33 pounds. The dark purple fruit measures 28” around its center and 32”...
Latest Digital Scams in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin Target Elderly & Lonely
The Tri-State area of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin has seen an increase in internet-based scams recently. According to Dubuque police, victims are targeted through Bitcoin ATMs and fake tech support pop-ups. In fact, these scams are beginning to gather steam across the United States. Understanding these scams and knowing how to protect yourself can help keep your finances and personal information secure.
Public Meeting Schedule for Iowa American Water’s Request to Increase Water Utility Rates
Iowa American Water filed an application (petition) with the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) on May 1, 2024, seeking an increase in its water utility rates to be effective April 1, 2025. The utility is requesting:. An increase in annual water revenue of $21,106,223, or approximately 46.7% above their existing water...
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has Been Issued
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for our western counties until 1 a.m. Your First Alert: More severe storm chances late this evening into tonight. Storms are likely tonight, with a threat of severe weather once again. Damaging wind would be the primary threat,...
Long provides 'point' leadership to disaster response
Whether it is a major flood or a devastating drought, Iowans are dealing with a range of extreme and devastating events more often. ISU Extension and Outreach can help citizens in all 99 counties when disaster strikes by sharing innovative advancements from campus and being prepared to help local, regional and federal partners when called upon.
Off Hours: Raegan Kime shows dairy cattle at the Iowa State Fair. She shares her top tips.
Off Hours, your freeweekly newsletter from the Des Moines Register, showcases all things fun you can do in central Iowa. Recently, we've written about karaoke bars, where to go thrifting, where to buy crafts, Black-owned businesses, vegan restaurants, gluten-free options, the Amana Colonies and where to buy plants. Hello, Des Moines. I'm Raegan Kime and I am taking over Off Hours to tell you about the Iowa State Fair. This year, I am interning with the fair, working on graphic design. But this isn't my first fair. I have...
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