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State legislators urge Racing and Gaming Commission to grant Cedar Rapids casino license
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - In a bipartisan letter, 4 state senators and 6 state representatives urged members of the Racing and Gaming Commission to grant a gaming license to Cedar Rapids. The 10 state legislators say that the Cedar Crossing Casino project would increase statewide commercial gaming revenue by...
Natalie Griffioen to teach philosophy at Dordt
Natalie Griffioen has accepted a position as Instructor of Philosophy at Dordt University. Griffioen is completing her Ph.D. in philosophy at the University of Pittsburgh. She received her undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis. Prior to graduate school, Griffioen worked in human resources at the American Enterprise Institute, a public policy think tank in Washington, D.C. She and her husband, Paul, have relocated to Sioux Center from Berkeley, California.
Hudson's Paige Hillman makes the most of the 18 holes she gets, wins Minnesota State Women's Open by one on her 22nd birthday
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — Paige Hillman was 1-over-par through three holes Thursday during what was to have been the opening round of the Minnesota State Women's Open. But then Mother Nature intervened, dumping nearly an inch of rain on Edinburgh USA, wiping out the round and reducing the 36-hole championship to an 18-hole shootout.
Iowa football’s Luke Elkin named to Mannelly Award Watch List
At Iowa, the Hawkeyes win in the margins. That means Iowa dials in on special teams in order to win football games. Every piece of the special teams operation is a key component to the Hawkeyes’ success. Under the direction of special teams coordinator LeVar Woods, Iowa boasts one of the best special teams units year in and year out. Last season, Iowa’s Tory Taylor captured the Ray Guy Award, becoming the first Hawkeye to capture the award in the process. Iowa kicker Drew Stevens has been a Lou Groza Award semifinalist each of the past two seasons. Both of those accomplishments have transpired...
Solicitor Harassment: Cedar Rapids resident seeks solutions
Cedar Rapids, Iowa — — Chris Bishop, a Cedar Rapids resident, said he is one of many who have experienced harassment and unwelcome visits from door-to-door solicitors. After suffering a stroke, Bishop said he found the frequent and unsolicited visits particularly overwhelming. Despite placing "No Soliciting" signs on his property, he said solicitors continue to disrupt his peace.
Shelby Houlihan's long road back: Part one
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Sioux City native Shelby Houlihan should be competing in Paris, had her dreams of gold not been stripped away three years ago, "I'll be a lot tougher now than I was three years ago." In 2020 Shelby was seen as one of the best long-distance...
Good Neighbor Meeting: 2345 Landon Road
Location: This public meeting is being held electronically. You will need to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Corridor Media Properties, LLC has submitted a zoning map amendment (rezoning) on approximately 1.53 acres of property located...
SIOUX CITY RULES TO DISPOSE OF TREE DEBRIS
SIOUX CITY OFFICIALS ARE REMINDING RESIDENTS OF THE MANNER THEY MAY DISPOSE OF TREE DEBRIS FROM THE PAST WEEKS THUNDERSTORMS. RESIDENTIAL TREE AND YARD DEBRIS MAY BE TAKEN TO THE CITIZEN’S CONVENIENCE CENTER AT 5800 28TH STREET. THE FEE FOR TREE DISPOSAL IS $17 PER TRUCK LOAD OR $22...
Lutheran Services of Iowa gets $4K for home visits
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - Lutheran Services of Iowa got $4,250 from the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine to support early childhood home visitation services. LSI conducts home visits, provides educational support and connects families to vital life resources. The funding will bolster these services to empower parents and promote positive...
Drinking Water Advisory in West Bend
West Bend, IA (Northwest Iowa Now) — Beginning Tuesday, August 6th the West Bend Water Supply will be doing maintenance and needs to depressurize the system. During this time – it is recommended the water be boiled before using for drinking or cooking until further notice. Water may be used for bathing and other similar purposes.
Competition, even amongst themselves, fuels Iowa State receiver room
AMES, Iowa (KCRG) - Iowa State returns its top two wide receivers from last season’s team - Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel combined for 13 of ISU’s 23 passing touchdowns last year. Cyclone head coach Matt Campbell complimented those two, While also praising the depth of his wide...
John Deere supplier Gates Corp. announces it's closing Newton plant in November
Gates Corp. has announced it will be closing its Newton facility in November, laying off 41 workers. The closure was posted on Iowa’s Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification, or WARN, site. No reason was given for the closure, but Gates, a manufacturer of power transmission and fluid power solutions based in Denver, has been a supplier of hydraulic hoses to John Deere, which has cut thousands of jobs in Iowa and Illinois in recent months amid a...
Axsom High Point Driver Leading into Saturday’s 360 Nationals Finale
KNOVILLE, IA (August 2, 2024) — Emerson Axsom and Tyler Courtney will start on the front row for the 34th edition of the Xtream powered by Mediacom 360 Knoxville Nationals presented by Great Southern Bank Saturday night at Knoxville Raceway. Axsom’s performance on Thursday night setting the third fastest...
Des Moines airport hosts World War II air show
DES MOINES, Iowa — This weekend an air show featuring historic World War II planes is taking off from the Des Moines International Airport. The event even offers the chance to ride in one of the five planes. For those who prefer to stay on the ground, they can get a close look with the cockpit tours.
Revived building is Des Moines’ one-stop shop for feeding the community
DES MOINES, Iowa — The modest building that stands at 3206 University Avenue has undergone a complete transformation. What was once the School of Education building at Drake University has new life as a centerpiece for feeding Des Moines. “It’s this very nondescript building on a very nondescript avenue in the city. But it is […]
[WATCH] Caitlin Clark Shocks Crowd by Joining Country Star on Stage
It seems like Caitlin Clark is enjoying her break off from basketball. For the past nine months, the West Des Moines native has been working her butt off training, playing, and competing. Clark began her senior season of college hoops playing for the University of Iowa in November and played...