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From Territory To State: Iowa’s Journey To Statehood On July 4th
As big days go, July 4th is one of the big dogs. It's America's birthday. July 4th is not just a big day for America. It's also part of Iowa history. We learned from Iowa PBS that early in its journey, the U.S. Congress set up a roadmap for western lands to become states, remembering how the American colonists weren't exactly fans of British rule (cue the Revolutionary fireworks). One of their star acts was the Northwest Ordinance of 1787. It gave a how-to guide for places like Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin to join the statehood club.
Doctor: Fireworks pose very real risk to your eyesight
(Radio Iowa) – An eye doctor who serves northeast Iowa dreads being on call during the Fourth of July, as she says there’s always a case of someone being blinded by fireworks. Dr. Anna Kitzmann, an ophthalmologist with Gundersen Health in Decorah, says fireworks can cause devastating injuries to the hands, face and especially to the eyes.
‘We are here with that insecurity’: Mixed-status families weigh leaving Iowa
WATERLOO, Iowa — Having spent more than half her life in Waterloo, Iowa, she has built a life here. It’s where she met her husband and where her only daughter, who wants to become a sonographer, was born. That’s why, after a day’s work at an area meatpacking...
GTSB Reminds Drivers No One is a Good Drunk Driver this July 4th Weekend
(Iowa) – As Iowans commemorate Independence Day, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) has one critical message, “No One’s a Good DRUNK Driver.” In 2022, a person lost their life every 39 minutes in alcohol-related crashes on U.S. roads. From July 3 to July 7, law enforcement statewide will heighten vigilance against drunk driving on our roads.
Local Iowa high school softball highlights and scores (7-3-24)
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) – Attached are the highlights and scores from our local Iowa high school softball games on July 3rd, 2024: Lawton-Bronson 13, Alta-Aurelia 3 MVAOCOU 13, Cherokee 2 Sioux Central 14, Unity Christian 4 Ridge View 6, Akron-Westfield 3 Sheldon 7, Sibley-Ocheyedan 5 Boyden-Hull/Rock Valley 7, Central Lyon 6 Gehlen Catholic 2, […]
Cover Crop Business Accelerator from PFI and ISA celebrates 5 years
Practical Farmers of Iowa and the Iowa Soybean Association offer their Cover Crop Business Accelerator (CCBA) program to support cover crop adoption in the Midwest. The program is now in its fifth year, and it helps new and emerging cover crop businesses with the seed and application services they need to reach their conservation goals. Ross McCaw, a CCBA participant and farmer from Marengo, talked about why he started his cover crop business.
Honoring heroes: Czech WWII historian preserving veteran stories aims to return to Iowa
Note: If you know of a World War II veteran living in Iowa or nearby states, contact Jiří Klůc on his Facebook page or email: sokolovo1943@seznam.cz. Jiří Klůc is in a race against time. The World War II historian, a doctoral student at Charles...
State Auditor Rob Sand holds town meeting at Yocom Park
State of Iowa Auditor Ron Sand, a Democrat, held a town meeting at Yocom Park in Chariton Tuesday morning, June 18. Auditor Sand spoke about a variety of topics and answered questions from the audience. There were 10 people present for the town meeting. Auditor Sand told about the local...
Washington Woman Arrested on Felony Drug Warrants
On June 29th at approximately 10:49 pm the Washington County Sheriff’s Office received a report from the Cedar Rapids Police Department that they had a subject in custody that was wanted in Washington County. They arrested 49-year-old Wendee Chalupa of Washington on three counts of controlled substance violation, a Class C Felony, three counts of possession of a controlled substance, a Class D Felony, and failure to affix drug stamp, a Class D Felony. Bond was set at $40,000 and extradition arrangements were made with the Washington County Jail. Chalupa later bonded out. KCII will bring you more information as it becomes official.
Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office is Warning Public About Jury Scams
(Des Moines) The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office is warning the Public about jury duty scams. These scams involve scammers demanding payment or personal information to avoid arrest. The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that they do not serve warrants by phone or demand payment to avoid arrest. Residents are advised...
Burlington flood wall gets new upgrades in preparation for heavy rainfall
BURLINGTON, Iowa (KWQC) - Record rainfall to the north of the Burlington/Des Moines County may affect holiday river recreation plans due to expected flooding having begun around July 1. The City of Burlington and county officials are beginning to plan for it now. “There is no real water up on...
Ravens on Wrong End of Shut Out Against Panthers
Just 24 hours after clinching the Southeast Iowa Superconference North Division Championship, the Hillcrest Academy Raven baseball team suffered a setback 2-0 in Kalona at the hands of the Pekin Panthers. Pekin got two runs in their first at bat, and Panther pitchers JaeDon Wolver and Henry Adam made those two tallies stand up. The Pekin pair combined to allow just three hits and two walks while striking out 16 Raven batters. After surrendering two in the first, Hillcrest starter Seth Ours went five innings, scattering nine hits and two earned runs while striking out six. Phoenix Anderson worked two frames with a walk and two strikeouts. Hillcrest got a hit each from Liam Schrock, Mason Helmuth and Lincoln Miller. The Ravens are now 15-4 after the loss, Pekin is 9-9. Hillcrest is next on the diamond Saturday when they host HLV in the first round of the Class 1A Playoffs.
Oskaloosa City Band to Celebrate 160 Years with Patriotic July 4th Concert
Oskaloosa, IA — As part of its milestone 160th anniversary, the Oskaloosa City Band is set to perform a grand patriotic concert on July 4th, promising a memorable celebration for the community. Under the direction of Bruce Peiffer, who has led the band since 2006, the event is poised to be a highlight of the city’s Independence Day festivities.
Woman arrested in hit-and-run accident that killed bicyclist after Illinois fireworks show
A 65-year-old woman was arrested early Friday morning after she allegedly struck and killed a man riding a bicycle near Lake Storey in Galesburg following the city's Fourth of July fireworks show. The Galesburg Police Department said that Martha E. Ray was arrested on charges of leaving the scene of...
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