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Storm sent debris flying into traffic in Iowa: Video
WINDSOR HEIGHTS, Iowa (FOX 9) - A storm sent debris flying into traffic in Windsor Heights, Iowa, on Monday as a tornado moved through the region. Kevin Grimes captured video on his dashcam of the scene while he drove through the storm. Footage of the chaos shows downed trees, damaged street signs, power flashes and captured the sound of tornado sirens.
First Ever State Record Fish in Iowa
(Lewis) Starting January 1, there will be a new list of state record fish to attempt to get in addition to the original list. On Saturday morning, DNR Fisheries Biologist John Lorenzen’s DNR Report on KSOM, the state conservation commission, established a set of records of large Iowa fish caught by anglers in June 1962, thus beginning the official list of State Record Fish. Interestingly, the first record submitted was from a seven-pound, four-ounce, 22.5-inch largemouth bass caught at Cold Springs Park southwest of Lewis.
Aurelia man’s photo representing Iowa in 2024 ‘Best-Looking Cruiser’ contest
AURELIA, Iowa (KTIV) - The Iowa State Patrol is trying its luck at taking the top spot in the annual America’s Best-Looking Cruiser calendar contest. This is the 11th year for the contest. The competition relies on votes to determine which state has the best-looking patrol vehicles. Iowa’s entry...
Iowa City man accused of second domestic assault incident
An Iowa City man was arrested Sunday night after an alleged assault on the mother of his two children. The incident reportedly occurred at the Broadway Street residence of 45-year-old Lfils Luvoma at around 7:45pm. According to police, he pushed his girlfriend against the wall. She then attempted to get a phone out of Luvoma’s pants pocket, causing him to reportedly strike her several times in the back.
Sunshine and pleasant weather Wednesday as more county fairs begin
Several more county fairs kick off on Wednesday including the North Iowa Fair in Mason City, the Floyd County Fair in Charles City, the Dodge County Fair in Kasson, and the Winnebago County Fair in Thompson. Weather conditions are looking ideal on Wednesday as all of these fair get underway....
Powerful thunderstorms bring winds of 100+ MPH to northeast Iowa
Severe storms moved across Iowa late Monday afternoon and early evening, bringing large hail, high winds and at least one tornado. The New Vienna/Luxemburg Fire Department reported a wind gust of 102 miles an hour, with several reports of damage to structures, trees and vehicles. Delaware County Emergency Management Coordinator...
Garner Dedicates its New Ballfields
The city of Garner now has new up-to-date baseball and softball fields. The fields were designed to give area youth the opportunity to play on the highest quality fields in the area. A dedication was held on Friday afternoon that featured a number of dignitaries and city officials. The renovation...
Black Hawk Co. dairy farm impacted by heatwaves rolling through Iowa
HUDSON, Iowa (KCRG) - An eastern Iowa dairy farmer said the two significant heat waves we’ve seen so far this summer have had an impact on his herd. Temperatures cooled down Tuesday after a stretch of days with heat indexes in the 90s and 100s. Blake Hansen, a co-owner...
OPPD sends crews to central Iowa, helping restore power to thousands after Monday's severe storm
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha Public Power District sent over a dozen workers to Des Moines to help restore power. The 17-member crew was sent out on Tuesday after severe storms on Monday cut power to thousands in central Iowa. OPPD said it received a call for mutual aid and...
Rhonda Gerrard Rises To iHeartMedia Nebraska-Iowa Area President
IHeartMedia has promoted Rhonda Gerrard to Area President for its Nebraska-Iowa Area including oversight of stations all operations across the Omaha, Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Ogallala, and Sioux City markets. Gerrard has served as VP of Sales for the area since July 2022. She has been with the company...
How long is food good in a fridge without power? Safety tips to get you through an outage
Severe weather including thunderstorms and a few tornados swept through the state Monday evening leaving some Iowans without power. At least one tornado pushed through the Des Moines metro during rush hour. Meanwhile, the eastern part of the state was battered with high winds and rain. A tornado was also reported in...
Award-Winning Gardening Programs Provide Timely Resources for Growers
AMES, Iowa – When gardeners have questions – they can get answers – thanks to two popular gardening resources offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and Iowa Public Radio. “Garden Variety” is the name of a Public Radio podcast based on the Horticulture Day program...
Iowa Supreme Court Rules Davenport Has No Immunity From Collapse Lawsuits
(Davenport, IA) -- No immunity from prosecution for the city, or current and former employees. That was the decision handed down late last week by the Iowa Supreme Court in connection with lawsuits over the collapse of a Davenport apartment building in May of last year. The city, and two...
Tornado confirmed in Davenport from Monday’s storms
The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities has confirmed a tornado hit Davenport during last night’s storms. Meteorologist Brian Pierce says they don’t know the full extent of the damage or the exact time the tornado touched down, but they do know with some confidence the size and scope of the tornado.
College Football 25: The one conference to move Iowa to in your Dynasty Mode
College football fans across the country are preparing to get their first Dynasty started in EA Sports College Football 25. Surely, there are many Iowa Hawkeye fans who will jump straight in with their favorite program. There's no denying that the Hawkeyes are one of the most fun programs to...
Nation of Patriots tour stops in Albert Lea
The 2024 Patriot Tour arrived in Albert Lea Sunday afternoon for a ceremony in the North Broadway parking lot. The tour, through the Nation of Patriots, travels across all 50 states in 120 days, carrying the American flag and raising money to support families of wounded veterans. Several Albert Lea American Legion Riders members participate. […] The post Nation of Patriots tour stops in Albert Lea appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
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