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Another Potentially Deadly Virus May Be Coming to Iowa
There are a lot of bugs around Eastern Iowa this summer. Largely because of all the rain we've had, mosquitos are chief among those pesky visitors who love to disrupt our outdoor fun. We all know mosquitos can carry terrible diseases like West Nile Virus. While the chances of getting...
Iowa Named One Of The Best States For Health Care
Living somewhere that has really good health care is really important. Almost as important as living in a very safe town. Luckily, Iowans can rest easy at night knowing that their state is in the top 5 best states for health care. I mean, think about it. We have great medical facilities and hospitals across the state. The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the Stead Family Children's Hospital are world renowned.
Meet the 3 Libertarian Party candidates running for Congress in Iowa
The Libertarian Party of Iowa will be fielding a candidate in three of the four Congressional districts in Iowa. Nicholas Gluba in the 1st Congressional District, Marco Battaglia in the 3rd Congressional District and Charles Aldrich in the 4th Congressional District filed their official candidacy papers Monday at the Iowa State Capitol. Here's what...
Public is invited to free 'Monarch Blitz' butterfly event in Jackson County, Iowa
MAQUOKETA, Iowa — Get ready to spot some butterflies!. Every summer, for 10 days between July and August, people across Canada, Mexico and the United States are encouraged to head outside and count monarch butterflies, milkweed plants and monarch eggs, caterpillars and chrysalises. Findings from this "Monarch Blitz" can then be shared with a participating community science program.
Blairs Ferry Road Bridge Turn Lanes to I-380 CLOSED
If you plan on jumping on Interstate 380 from Blairs Ferry Road anytime soon, you're about to be greeted by orange cones and a detour sign. A resurfacing project on the bridge has many turn lanes closed. The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports that a bridge resurfacing project on the Blairs...
Guest of the Day- Chris Halverson
The Manchester Trials return this weekend, with competitors coming from all over the country. Organizer Chris Halverson joined the program to give the details. 5:30 am – 10:00 am: KMCH Morning Show with Eric Walker. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm: Middays with Jon Swisher. 2:00 pm – 6:00...
St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University enter into new strategic agreement, marking intent to combine
The two institutions will build upon prior collaborations in a new vision for Catholic higher education. St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa, and Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, are poised to expand academic offerings, athletic programs and innovative opportunities for students of both universities through the signing of a strategic agreement. The agreement is subject to applicable regulatory approvals with a goal of ultimately combining the two universities.
HBO Max to release series about abducted Evansdale cousins Lyric and Elizabeth
EVANSDALE, Iowa (KCRG) - HBO Max is set to release a three-part documentary series about the abduction and deaths of Evansdale cousins Lyric Cook and Elizabeth Collins. Eight-year-old Elizabeth Collins and 10-year-old Lyric Cook disappeared on July 13, 2012, while riding their bikes in Evansdale. Investigators found their bikes but no sign of the children.
Cedar Rapids city crews team up to clear debris from Cedar River
CEDAR RAPIDS — There's been a lot of debris in the Cedar River washing downstream due to recent high waters. Cedar Rapids Police Department posted photos of the cleanup process on Facebook Wednesday evening, giving city departments a pat on the back for teaming up and finding a way to get things done.
Walker Jenkins records first hit as a Kernel; Cedar Rapids loses in blowout
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Twins' top minor league prospect, Walker Jenkins, got his first hit since getting called up by the Kernels. The 19-year old went 1-5 against Great Lakes, and is now 1-8 in his first 2 games in Cedar Rapids. The Kernels lost to the Loons...
‘Multifaceted art space’ opening in Cedar Rapids’ Czech Village-New Bohemia district
After 15 months at NewBo City Market, an artist-owned small business focused on supporting the local arts community has moved to a new, larger location in Cedar Rapids. Tree of Liminality plans on developing and offering community programming, art classes, poetry readings, exhibitions and more at their new location at 1301 3rd St SE, a historic site known as the “Heart House.”
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