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Looking back at Adventureland's "Tornado" rollercoaster
Generations of Iowans have ridden Adventureland's iconic "Tornado" rollercoaster, and soon, the wooden ride will gain the coveted designation of "rollercoaster landmark."Driving the news: The Tornado will be named a landmark by American Coaster Enthusiasts next month, during the group's national conference on Aug. 17.Only 48 rollercoasters have been recognized as landmarks, denoting a ride's historic value.Here's a look back at the history of the Tornado:How it started: The ride first opened to large fanfare in 1978 with former Gov. Robert Ray presiding over the Tornado's opening ceremony, according to a past Register article.With a $1.5 million price tag,...
Iowa families of trans youth can now get help, support through new grant program
Iowa families of transgender youth are now eligible to receive financial support and resources through the Trans Youth Emergency Project, a rapid response program launched by the Campaign for Southern Equality (CSE) in 2023. The project, first named the Southern Trans Youth Emergency Project, initially sought to help families from southern states impacted by laws restricting them from accessing transition-related health care — laws now in effect in other states. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed Senate...
State asks court to dismiss no-trespass case brought by UI protestors
The State of Iowa has moved to dismiss a civil lawsuit against 13 University of Iowa students and employees connected to an attempted encampment on campus. The initial lawsuit accused the University of Iowa Police Department and the Iowa Board of Regents of civil rights violations following the distribution of a trespassing order....
South Dakota father is leading effort to restore abortion rights in the state
Unlike other abortion-rights initiatives across the country, major reproductive rights groups haven’t backed the effort to restore access in South Dakota. But that hasn’t stopped Dakotans for Health — a ballot question committee behind a measure that is set to appear on the November ballot — from galvanizing voters in the state, where abortion is […]
Forecast: Heat and Storm Chances Return
Heat will continue to build into our forecast Sunday, with a high in Des Moines around 90 degrees and heat indices into the 90’s. An upper-level disturbance moving north into Iowa will kick off storm chances late Sunday, and they’ll continue into early Monday morning as a wind shift line begins to cross the state. […]
Eastern Iowa, Western Illinois Brace for Heat Wave, Storms
Quad Cities, IA/IL – Residents in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois should prepare for a hot and humid weekend with scattered thunderstorms. Temperatures are expected to rise into the lower 90s, bringing with them increased humidity and storm chances. According to the US National Weather Service Quad Cities, the...
Court again denies injunction of Iowa THC law, says new rules clarify serving limits
A federal judge for the second time has refused to block a new Iowa law that controls consumable hemp products, finding that subsequent state administrative rules have resolved concerns the law might be unconstitutionally vague. Ten companies sued the state in two separate lawsuits in federal court in June, claiming the law is...
Fremont Wins Slugfest In The Black Hills
Spearfish, South Dakota - The Fremont Moo recorded a 12-9 victory over the Spearfish Sasquatch at Black Hills Energy Stadium, Friday night. With the Moo win, Fremont needs to win one of the next two games, Saturday or Sunday, to qualify for the Independence League Baseball Association Championship Series. Fremont's...
Lyon County Sheriff Is Iowa D.A.R.E. Officer Of The Year
Rock Rapids, Iowa — After having been defeated for the Republican nomination for Lyon County Sheriff, at least one more honor has been bestowed upon Sheriff Stewart Vander Stoep of Doon, and it’s no small honor either. Vander Stoep tells us he was chosen by the Iowa D.A.R.E....
'Tough, smart, kind, empathy:' Andy Beshear praises Kamala Harris at Iowa Democratic event
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear helped rally Iowa Democrats at their biggest fundraiser of the year Saturday night, less than a week after President Joe Biden dramatically upset the 2024 election cycle by ending his reelection campaign and throwing his support to Vice President Kamala Harris. Beshear, who delivered the keynote address at the Iowa Democratic Party’s Liberty & Justice Celebration, is among the politicians reportedly being vetted as a potential running mate for Harris. ...
Lynnville-Sully tops defending champ Remsen St. Mary's to claim 1A Iowa state baseball title
CARROLL — Lynnville-Sully did two things at an elite level to win the Class 1A championship at the Iowa high school state baseball tournament. Pitching and defense. More: Iowa high school state baseball tournament: Scores, bracket updates ...
Prominent Black creatives to discuss growing up in Iowa at the Des Moines Art Center
Three high-profile Iowa natives will be in conversation this Sunday at the Des Moines Art Center. Artist b. Robert Moore and artist-activist Jordan Weber will join Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of The 1619 Project, Nikole Hannah-Jones. The evening sees the three come together to talk about growing up in the predominately white state of Iowa, with a discussion that touches on their “…pursuits to bring wider and more nuanced stories of our American history to the forefront.”
Family fun day at Vern Eide supports Drive Out Domestic Violence campaign
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Drive Out Domestic Violence donation drive is coming to a close and Dakota News Now has partnered with the Children’s Home Shelter for Family Safety for the entire month of July to create social change and drive out domestic violence. Maggie...
South Dakota Forecast: Severe Storms and Heat Index Near 100 Degrees
Sioux Falls, SD – South Dakota is set to experience intense heat and humidity through early next week, with heat index values potentially approaching 100 degrees. According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, the region will face periodically breezy conditions alongside the high temperatures. Heat index values...
SDSU's Coughlin Campanile undergoes restoration project
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Portions of the South Dakota State University campus are getting a facelift this summer, including one of the campus’ most iconic fixtures. Every college has its own unique thing that makes it stand out. For South Dakota State University, it’s the Coughlin...
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