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Tall Corn Days is on Sioux Rapids
Sioux Rapids IA, (KICD) — Despite the damage that Sioux Rapids received during the flooding they planned to go ahead with Tall Corn Days. One of the organizers behind Tall Corn Days this year, Lacey Garberding says Tall Corn Days provides a much-needed break for the people in town.
Milford Galvanized Line will be Removed
Milford, IA (KICD) — Earlier this week we reported that Milford Municipal Utilities came to the city of Milford saying that an abandoned, galvanized, water service line should be disconnected from the main and removed. The line runs along 13th Street, which is currently being reconstructed. The approved plan was for the line to be capped.
Tiana Hagen Shows Overall Market Lamb and Breeding Ewe at the Cass County Fair Sheep Show
(Atlantic) Tiana Hagen of the CAM FFA showed the Grand Champion Market Lamb and Grand Champion Breeding Ewe at the Cass County Fair Sheep Show on Saturday morning. Hagen’s market lamb weighed 139 pounds. Reserve Champion Cooper Matheny of the Grant Guys and Gals. Morgan Will showed the reserve champion breeding Ewe. Hagen will advance to the “Best in the West” Showdown at Denison on August 1.
Cedar Rapids Kennedy topples Dowling Catholic to win 4A Iowa state baseball tournament
CEDAR RAPIDS — With heavy hometown noise pumping behind the first-base dugout, Cedar Rapids Kennedy wasn't about to miss this championship moment. One day after surviving a thrilling semifinal affair, the top-seeded Cougars capped off a flawless week with one more Veteran Memorial Stadium celebration. In what was Cedar Rapids' first time...
DNR: Kraft Heinz didn’t monitor wastewater pollution for years in Muscatine
A large eastern Iowa facility that makes ketchup and other condiments failed for more than two years to monitor contaminants in the more than 1 million gallons of untreated wastewater it discharged into a creek each day, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Kraft Heinz Foods Company recently agreed to pay an $8,000 […]
Mandatory Payout for Prairie Meadows Jackpot Pick 5
Prairie Meadows Racetrack in Altoona, IA will hold a mandatory payout of the Pick 5 jackpot on Monday July 29, 2024. The track received approval from the Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission to force out the jackpot, which hasn't been paid since mid-June. "The Pick 5 jackpot has grown to...
Iowa State shows off new Hilton Coliseum video board
AMES, Iowa — Iowa State unveiled a long-awaited upgrade inside Hilton Coliseum Friday. Previous video above: Iowa State's Hilton Coliseum to see upgrades this summer. The home of several Cyclone sports will have a new video board. Iowa State posted photos of the new scoreboard on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Gas Prices Steady This Week
(Des Moines) According to AAA, the price of regular unleaded gasoline held steady, averaging $3.28 across Iowa. This is nine cents lower than one week ago. The national average on Wednesday was $3.51, steady from last week’s price. The price of global crude oil fell this week on the...
Iowa schools struggle to fill special education positions
With less than a month until the start of the school year, the Urbandale Community School District is struggling to fill about 30 special education positions. "A shortage of associates is an increasingly widespread challenge throughout the metro and across the state," Urbandale schools spokesperson Dena Claire said. "The shortages we’re seeing this year are comparable to last year."
Williamsburg holds off Davenport Assumption to earn second-straight Iowa softball state title
FORT DODGE — One year after winning the school’s first softball state championship, Williamsburg did it again. The No. 2-seeded Raiders took on No. 4 Davenport Assumption – a rematch of last season’s title game – on Friday in hopes of being the only team in this year’s tournament to repeat as champions. ...
Four Local Graduates Awarded IHCA Foundation Scholarships To Pursue Healthcare Careers
Four local high school seniors are among the 110 Iowans who received a scholarship from the Iowa Health Care Association (IHCA) Foundation to pursue a career working in a long-term care facility. Last week, the IHCA Foundation announced over $300,000 in scholarship funding to current long-term care employees seeking further education and training, along with high school students, veterans, and Iowa residents in rural communities looking to join the healthcare profession. Over 240 applications were received, with the IHCA Foundation Board of Directors reviewing the applicant’s experience, recommendations, and future education and career goals to determine the winners of scholarships. Brynn Bass, who works at Thomas Rest Haven in Coon Rapids, and Eyon Steffensen, employed at Exira Care Center in Exira, are the recipients of the $4,000 John W. and Kimberly D. Grubb Registered Nurse (RN) Scholarship, to pursue an RN degree. A $2,000 MonilaCares High School Scholarship was awarded to Halie Rath, Kuemper Catholic High School, and Emma Meyers from the South Central Calhoun Community School District, who are both currently enrolled in some level of nursing degree, with interest in working in a long-term care facility. IHCA Foundation Program Director Natalie Thompson says, “We commend this year’s scholarship recipients for their dedication to this noble profession. Your work is truly invaluable, and we look forward to seeing the positive difference you will undoubtedly make in the lives of many.” Seven scholarship opportunities are available through the IHCA Foundation, all made possible through donors’ contributions.
RAGBRAI bikers travel all over the globe to visit Iowa
RAGBRAI, Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, had an overnight stay in Ottumwa for the first time since 2016. When talking with the riders, they made it clear, there are three types of riders. Those who are competitive, those who want to take their time and sight-see, and those who are there to party. Regardless of which group people fell under, they all traveled a long way to get to Iowa.
Things to do in Des Moines this weekend: Shakespeare, Christmas in July, Cornbread Festival and more
DES MOINES, Iowa — Looking for something to do this weekend? Or, want to try out a new place to grab a bite to eat?. Check out these events and activities happening across the metro, July 19-21. Previous video above: Des Moines Biergarten returning to Water Works Park. Friday,...
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