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Record-breaking people attend Goodguys 33rd Speedway Motors Heartland National
DES MOINES, Iowa- Des Moines is going back in time this weekend for the Goodguys 33rd annual Speedway Motors Heartland National. Over 5,000 vintage vehicles are on display at the Iowa State Fairgrounds until Sunday July 7th. Two of the cars on display were built by Andy Leach, a Nebraska native and owner of Cal […]
Univ. of Iowa Health Care launches Medical Toxicology Clinic
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - A new clinic at University of Iowa Health Care is a first for the state of Iowa. The medical toxicology clinic at UIHC just opened up two days ago. From farm chemicals to household cleaners, we’re exposed to chemicals and other toxins constantly, sometimes making us sick. That’s why UIHC opened it’s new Toxicology clinic - a first in Iowa.
Iowa’s Lucy Olsen named to USA Basketball women’s 2024 USA 3×3 Nations Leagues team
Lucy Olsen gets to represent the Iowa Hawkeyes and America later on this month. On Friday, USA Basketball revealed that Iowa point guard Lucy Olsen has been named to the U23 2024 USA 3×3 Nations Leagues team. The squad is set to compete at the 2024 FIBA 3×3 Nations League Americas Conference July 22-28 in Mexico City. USA Basketball’s 3×3 Women’s Nations League Team also features Maryland forward Christina Dalce, Creighton forward Morgan Maly, Ohio State forward Cotie McMahon, LSU guard Mikaylah Williams and Wisconsin forward Serah Williams. Black & Gold 🤝 Red, White & Blue @LucyOlsenbball has been named to the USA Basketball...
Iowa women’s basketball stars teaming up with Coralville Community Food Pantry
The Coralville Community Food Pantry is teaming up with University of Iowa women’s basketball stars Sydney Affolter, Taylor McCabe, and newcomer Lucy Olsen for a special fundraising campaign. Starting on Monday and running through Friday, August 2nd, the three Hawkeyes will be encouraging fans to donate $20 or more for a chance to play them in a friendly game of H-O-R-S-E. All donations will be doubled by Hills Bank (up to $12,500). Together, their goal is to raise $20,000 to support neighbors facing hunger.
WIC Benefits Can Now Be Redeemed Through Online Order And Pick Up Through Hy-Vee App
Iowa Woman Infant and Children (WIC) has partnered with Hy-Vee to offer more convenient shopping for those enrolled in the nutritional program. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program WIC is now available to purchase accepted items for online ordering and pick up. HHS started exploring the idea of advancing the program to participate in this new feature with a pilot program in a Des Moines store in February of this year. After working out the details to be as efficient as possible, the initiative expanded across Iowa, Minnesota, and Nebraska in early June. The new feature for the WIC program was made possible through a grant from the Center for Nutrition and Health Impact. HHS Director Kelly Garcia says, “This is yet another incredible example of a public-private partnership that will greatly benefit individuals receiving WIC benefits in our state. The goal of this program is to provide easier access and conveniences- and every parent of young children wants the convenience while balancing work and life.” WIC members can select qualifying food items online in the Hy-Vee app and enter their eWIC card numbers during checkout. The WIC program was established nationwide in 1974, celebrating 50 years of supporting mothers, children, and families in Iowa, assisting them to live healthier lives. WIC provides supplemental nutritious food, health care referrals, breastfeeding support, and nutritional education to pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women and infants through age five children who are at nutritional risk.
John Deere Continues with Layoffs Across Midwest in Illinois & Iowa
So far this year over 1,000 workers in Iowa have lost their jobs at John Deere; that includes the recent announcement of layoffs coming to Davenport on August 30th of 211 workers and the 99 being released from the Dubuque plant on the same date. John Deere, a leading manufacturer...
How's the economy doing? Depends on your point of view
Al Charlson is a North Central Iowa farm kid, lifelong Iowan, and retired bank trust officer. The Waverly newspaper group previously published a version of this commentary. Based on the standard measures I learned to watch over 30 years as a trust officer, the U.S. economy is in good condition. We have completed seven straight quarters of real GDP growth. Corporate profits after taxes in the first quarter or 2024 were 6.4 percent higher than a year earlier. Monthly job growth remains strong, and unemployment has been 4 percent or lower every month since January 2022.
Dubuque Wahlert takes down Linn-Mar 12-6, sweeping doubleheader
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - As the Iowa high school baseball playoffs inch closer, Dubuque Wahlert has won eight games in a row, including two on the road against Linn-Mar. With a 12-6 win in game one and a 6-5 win in game two, the Golden Eagles raise their record to 29-8. Linn-Mar falls to 27-9.
Mississippi River Crest Could Come Early in Eastern Iowa
(Davenport, IA) -- The National Weather Service for the Quad Cities says Mississippi River flood waters are beginning to crest in northern parts of its territory. NWS also says earlier than anticipated crests in Dubuque are likely, and that is partially due to an extended period of light to no rainfall. The Mississippi River at Rock Island was still at major flood stage on Saturday evening, at 19.76 feet. It is expected to crest in the coming days.
Adult-only pool club opens in Des Moines
DES MOINES, Iowa — A new pool just for adults opened off of Hubbell Avenue near the Outlets of Des Moines on the Fourth of July. It’s called Broadway Beach House and it only allows entry to guests ages 21 and up. The club includes two bars, a...
Jefferson downs North Linn 4-2 on senior night
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Jefferson sent off their seniors with a win over class 1A’s No. 8 team, North Linn, 4-2. Senior Madi Mercil hit a two-run homer over the left center field fence. An RBI double from Olivia Young gave Jefferson the lead for good. Jefferson moved...
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