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Grassley, wife Barbara mark 70th anniversary at favorite date spot
Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and his wife Barbara marked their 70th wedding anniversary Thursday at their favorite date spot. “Barbara & I went to the Hickory House in Waterloo when we were 1st dating 2nite we celebrate our 70th wedding anniversary where it all started,” Grassley said in a post on the social platform X.…
The 15th Annual Kids Pioneer Day Is This Saturday At Lake View Historical Society Museum
This Saturday will be the 15th Annual Kids Pioneer Day, giving individuals a first-hand experience of the everyday life of early settlers. The Lake View Historical Society Museum has planned many free hands-on activities, like milking a cow, dressing in pioneer clothing, and tasting some old-fashioned food. All events will take place near the Lake View’s Log Cabin in the Museum Center from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Lake View Historical Society Museum encourages all to join this Saturday to learn about Lake View’s history in a fun and “personal” way.
Classical Academy of Sioux Center starts
SIOUX CENTER—Sioux County’s first private classical school is launching a one-day hybrid program this fall, pushing back its opening date as a full school until August 2025. The Classical Academy of Sioux Center will be offering its program on Tuesdays, September-May, at the former Spalding Catholic School building,...
Talk of the Town Podcast for August 23rd
On today’s Talk of the Town Podcast, we talk to Amy Solsma of Solsma’s Punkin Patch. You can hear today’s Talk of the Town Podcast by CLICKING HERE. Solsma’s Punkin Patch will be open September 1st through Halloween, and is located just west of Taft Avenue, between Sanborn and Hartley on Highway 18. Keep listening to KIWA for details on their 25th Anniversary Celebration.
KLEM News for Friday, August 23
(pictures courtesty Plymouth County Engineer) The Iowa State Patrol has taken over the investigation into a rural Plymouth County bridge collapse south of Struble Thursday night. Authorities were called to 120th street for a bridge that collapsed after a semi hauling an oversized load of hay bales tried to cross.
Smolinski scores 2 defensive TDs as Lake Mills beats Lakeside 21-12 in Slider Bowl
Kaden Smolinski’s third quarter fumble return touchdown changed the complexion of the game, and his fourth quarter pick 6 put it on ice. Smolinski, a junior linebacker, produced a 39-yard scoop and score to give Lake Mills’ football team the lead for good and added a late 48-yard touchdown as L-Cats won the 36th Annual Slider Bowl over host Lakeside Lutheran, 21-12 on Friday to open the season. “This feels...
Because you can cancan! See 'Moulin Rouge' cast teach the Des Moines mayor how to cancan:
Do you know the French cancan? Mayor Connie Boesen does now. "Moulin Rouge" has a tour stop at the Des Moines Civic Center this summer and ensemble member Stefanie Renee Salyers taught Mayor Connie Boesen the famous dance. ...
Cyclone Welcome Weekend kicks off Friday
Iowa State students are invited to attend the third year of Cyclone Welcome Weekend events throughout the weekend before classes. Katy Cran, event co-chair of Cyclone Welcome Weekend, said this is a great opportunity to connect with other cyclones, faculty and staff. “We have between 85 to 100 volunteers who...
All smiles for Cyclone victory day
AMES – The annual Cyclone victory day took place Friday night at Jack Trice Stadium. Over 60 kids with disabilities got the chance of a lifetime to take the field with Iowa State players to run drills, tour the locker room, and of course become the star and score a touchdown. Matt Campbell started this […]
Ames police searching for missing 14-year-old
AMES, Iowa — Ames Police Department announced that it needs the public's help locating missing 14-year-old Tristan Manning who was last seen at Brookside Park in Ames at 4 p.m. Friday. Manning was last seen wearing a bright blue t-shirt, gray shorts and orange slides; he suffers from both...
Crews complete repair of ruptured gas line on east side of Des Moines
DES MOINES, Iowa — MidAmerican Energy crews were on the scene Friday night of a ruptured natural gas line on the east side of Des Moines. At around 6:45 p.m., police said all lanes of East University Avenue between East 9th Street and East 12th Street were temporarily closed while Des Moines fire and repair crews worked in the area.
Homeowner distraught after security camera catches woman mowing down hundreds of hand-planted flowers: 'I am devastated'
A gardener who worked for years to cultivate a yard full of sunflowers came home to find someone had cut them all down. Chris Bank, of St. Peters, Missouri, turned to sunflowers in that longest of years, 2020, as KSDK reported. He became an expert, buying dozens of varieties and cross-pollinating them. This year, as in the past, he planted 600 of the flowers in his front yard over a month, meticulously devising a bleacher formation so the different colors and sizes could stand out.
World War II Veteran Surprised With Special Look Of Military Tribute Art Piece
Staff at The Friendship Home in Audubon surprised one of their residents over the last weekend with a personal visit of a life-size tribute to all military members who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. Millard “Mike” Michalski Sr. celebrated his 100th birthday with family, staff, and residents, viewing the over six-foot tall scrap metal figure, “Final Stand,” created by Scott Eickman. Michalski Sr first saw the piece at the Audubon County Fair, and Eickman says he tried to keep up with where the sculpture has been traveling to.
Key questions for Iowa State football to conclude fall camp
Iowa State football is putting a cap on its 2024 fall camp, beginning game prep for the regular season this coming week. The Cyclones return the most production in the country, with an opportunity to meet or exceed its seven-win total from the 2023 season. Returning stars like quarterback Rocco Becht, running back Abu Sama, wide receivers Jaylin Noel and Jayden Higgins, and a trio of safeties in Beau Freyler, Jeremiah Cooper and Malik Verdon head the young roster.
ISU vs. UNI Game Time Altered
AMES, Iowa – Due to the high temperatures in the forecast later afternoon Sunday, the Iowa State, UNI soccer match has been delayed to a 7 p.m. start time (from 6 p.m.) for players' health and safety reasons. Sunday's forecast calls for low 90-degree temperatures with a high of 95 degrees as the RealFeel is projected to be 105. The game will have two mandated hydration breaks for the athletes about halfway through both the first and second halves to combat the heat. As a reminder, admission to the Cyclone Soccer Complex is free.
Things to do in Des Moines this weekend: Food & Music Festival, artisan fair, Wizarding Express 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, Aug. 23-25 Friday, Aug. 23. World Food & Music Festival, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, 1330...
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