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Arrest Made in Incident in March
Cedar Falls Police have made an arrest in an incident from March. Police say that 42 year old Ryan Pontasch was behind the wheel of a GMC pickup truck on the afternoon of March 13th when he left the roadway and struck a bicyclist. A vehicle driving in front of Pontasch had slowed to turn into Pheasant Ridge Golf Course. Police allege that Pontasch had looked away from the roadway and when his eyes returned to what was in front of him he saw the slowing vehicle and swerved to avoid a collision. In doing so he allegedly went off the road onto a nearby bike path, hitting several signs, a tree, and a 22 year old bicyclist. The bicyclist was taken to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and has since been released. Pontasch has been charged with Serious Injury by Vehicle, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Failure to Provide Proof of Financial Liability, and Failure to Maintain Control. It is unclear why the arrest has come more than five months after the alleged crime.
KXEL Morning News for Mon. Aug. 26, 2024
WATERLOO, Iowa (KCRG) – The Waterloo Public Library recently received an anonymous donation to create the Waterloo Public Library Endowment Fund. The fund runs through the Waterloo Community Foundation. Library Director David Eckert said whether it’s for checking out books, doing research or even for entertainment, libraries are a place for everyone. He said this donation will continue to allow them to make the library a safe and inviting environment for the Waterloo community. Eckert said they hope this donation sparks others to contribute to the fund as well to help continue the library’s work for years to come.
1984 – Dickey, Hughes Score at Iowa State Fair
Dan Dickey won the NASCAR Grand American feature at the Iowa State Fair. He’s joined by the Iowa State Fair queen. – Debbie Bohr Photo. Des Moines, Iowa (August 25, 1984) – Dan Dickey of Packwood led all the way Saturday afternoon to score the NASCAR Grand American late model feature win before an estimated crowd of 3,500 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
Fannon earns 100th career win as Iowa State soccer throttles UNI
AMES – The Cyclone soccer team came into Sunday’s game on a high, after beating the University of Northern Iowa 6-1 on Sunday after the 1-1 against Drake on Thursday. Iowa State played its best game so far this season, with head coach Matt Fannon celebrating his 100th career win after Sunday’s successful win.
Jazz fans beat the heat with some cool tunes in Cedar Falls
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — There was plenty of shade at Jazz in Seerley Park in Cedar Falls Sunday. The event featured the esteemed UNI Jazz Faculty as well as nationally recognized artists. The six hours of music included food trucks and a chalk art contest. "It can just put...
Former Panther wrestler Ryan Loder wins UFC’s Ultimate Fighter
LAS VEGAS --- Former UNI wrestler Ryan Loder earned a spot on the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) roster on Saturday night as he captured the middleweight title in The Ultimate Fighter 32 finals with a technical knockout (TKO) performance over Robert Valentin. Part of a UFC produced television series on...
Newlyweds honeymoon at Deere museum
WATERLOO, Iowa — Nothing says “honeymoon” like a Deere. Kevin and Kolby Hansen of Foley, Minnesota, spent part of their post-nuptial vacation in Waterloo this spring, where they toured the John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum. “I don’t think Kevin would be with me if it was...
It’s A Race Against The Clock For Cedar Rapids Casino Backers In Iowa
This Thursday, Iowa will take another step toward potentially building its 20th casino. The Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission will hear from vendors it will choose from to perform a market study on how a casino in Cedar Rapids, Iowa’s second-largest city, would impact the state and local region.
Near-record temperatures, triple-digit heat in Iowa City to start the week. What to know:
Eastern Iowa will experience a triple-digit heat index and possible record temperatures Monday as a heat wave rolls through the state. Hot and humid conditions blanketed the area over the weekend after below-average temperatures sustained through much of August. Heat in excess of 90 degrees is expected to stick around eastern Iowa through...
CRST names new CEO and President
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - CRST on Monday announced that Mike Gannon has been named President and CEO of the Cedar Rapids-based trucking company. “I am honored to lead Team CRST,” said Gannon. “Every decision that we make and every mile that we travel is grounded in our core values of safety, integrity and a commitment to the success of every employee, customer, and community in which we operate.”
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