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Changes to note ahead of Iowa’s hunting seasons
(Des Moines) The Iowa Department of Natural Resources listed numerous regulation changes for deer hunters for the upcoming 2024-2025 hunting seasons. These changes could impact deer hunters, waterfowl hunters and fur harvesters. Deer. Due to a recent statewide effort to combine, clarify, and simplify regulations, Iowa’s hunting regulations now clearly...
Saylorville Lake could rise more than 30 feet by July 4 due to floodwaters from northwest Iowa
Iowa — Floodwaters from northwest Iowa are moving down the Des Moines River, which could mean some big changes for Saylorville Reservoir during the July 4 holiday. On Monday, the lake looked normal. “The lake feels amazing. Just because it's like up in the hundreds. We actually got...
Dubuque officials find subject deceased while serving arrest warrant
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KCRG) - At approximately 9:30 am, Dubuque Police attempted to serve an arrest warrant in the 900 block of Washington. Officials say that as they attempted to make contact at the door, they heard the sound of a gunshot. Responders immediately took cover and established a perimeter on...
East Dubuque Man Sentenced To Prison For Inappropriate Conduct
An East Dubuque man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for engaging in inappropriate conduct with a minor in Dubuque. 19 year old David Anderson received the sentence in Iowa District Court of Dubuque County after pleading guilty to one count of lascivious acts with a child. According to a report, Anderson repeatedly sexually assaulted a child younger than 13 last year at a residence in Dubuque. The victim also reported being sexually assaulted by 18 year old Kyle Balk of Dubuque. Balk previously was sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of third-degree sexual abuse, lascivious acts with a child, purchase/possession of a depiction of a minor in a sex act, tampering with a witness and interference with official acts.
Severe Thunderstorms Possible Today and Tomorrow
A very warm day today may lead to isolated to scattered strong to severe thunderstorms late this afternoon and especially tonight. Large hail, damaging winds, and frequent lightning will be the primary threats. The Storm Prediction Center is forecasting a Marginal Risk, level 1 out of 5 for severe storms tonight, generally northwest of Iowa City to Dubuque Iowa.
Names Released In Fatal Jackson County Crash
The Iowa State Patrol has identified the individuals involved in a fatal head-on collision in Jackson County. 29 year old Erica Geiger of Dubuque, was killed in the crash on June 2 north of Bellevue. According to a report, 39 year old Rustin Bormann of Preston was injured and was taken by ambulance to MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center for treatment of his injuries. A report states that at approximately 3:25am on June 2nd, Bormann’s vehicle was traveling north on U.S. Highway 52 near mile marker 29 when his vehicle crossed the center line and struck Geiger’s vehicle head-on. Authorities continue to investigate the crash.
Yes, an Alligator Was Just Captured in a Wisconsin Yard – Again
This just in. Alligators are not native to Wisconsin. However, they have a knack for showing up there. A very young alligator was just spotted in a Hazel Green, Wisconsin yard which led to a mad dash to capture the creature. Kudos to KWWL on this fine catch (quite literally)...
Dubuque Rescue Mission opens cooling centers as temperatures rise
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KCRG) - The Dubuque Rescue Mission said it is opening its cooling centers, so people can escape the heat, starting Wednesday. The Mission’s second floor dining hall, at 398 Main Street, will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Water and snacks will be available. The...
The Heat is On!
A very warm day today may lead to isolated to scattered strong to severe thunderstorms late this afternoon and especially tonight. Large hail and damaging winds will be the primary threats. The Storm Prediction Center is forecasting a Marginal Risk, level 1 out of 5 for severe storms tonight, generally northwest of Iowa City to Dubuque Iowa.
Zoning Change Could Free Up More Space at Kennedy Mall
A set of proposed zoning changes could help free up acres of space for new development at Dubuque’s Kennedy Mall, allowing for the addition of new restaurants and entertainment spaces in areas now reserved for parking. Joe Bell, director of corporate communications for Cafaro Co., which owns and manages Kennedy Mall says developers don’t have any specific businesses in mind, the zoning change would allow for more outbuildings, perhaps on the western side of the property, where acres of blacktop parking beyond JCPenney and Planet Fitness seldom are used.
Dubuque Man Arrested For Interference With Official Acts
Dubuque Police arrested 36 year old Everett Winfrey of Dubuque around 3 a.m. Sunday in the 300 block of Bell Street on a charge of interference with official acts and warrants charging voluntary absence from custody and two counts of probation violation. A report states that Winfrey did not return to the state correctional facility on June 6th.
Murder by Death, June 22
Saturday, June 22, 7 p.m. Codfish Hollow Barn, 5013 288th Avenue, Maquoketa IA. With their 2022 album Spell/Bound lauded by Glide magazine for its "massively expansive, moody soundscape" that results in "a hauntingly beautiful record," the indie rockers of Murder by Death play a June 22 headlining concert at Maquoketa's Codfish Hollow Barn, the group also praised by New Noise magazine for being a unit whose members “seemingly have no problem pushing the boundaries of their unique creativeness."
Bellevue youth qualifies for two events at National Junior High Rodeo Finals
Easton Loch, a 6th-grade student at Marquette Catholic School has earned a position on the Wisconsin National Junior High rodeo team and will be traveling with fellow teammates to Des Moines, IA June 22 through June 29 to compete at the 19th annual National Junior High Finals Rodeo (NJHFR) in goat tying and ribbon roping competitions.
Galena poet laureate will commission the community to write
A small Illinois city has appointed its first poet laureate. He plans to use poetry to bring the community together. This February the City of Galena set out to find its first poet laureate. The task was completed a couple of months later. Larissa Distler is the adult service librarian at the Galena Public Library. She said the library wants the poet to engage the community.
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