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New Fast-Casual Mexican Fare Franchise Coming Soon to Your Town in Nationwide Sales Push With The Burrito Factory
The company is seeking to add new franchise locations throughout its home state of Iowa, expanding outwards to the rest of the U.S. , a fun fast-casual franchise known for its authentic Mexican flavors and high energy ambiance, has just announced the nationwide launch of its franchise opportunity. As part of its strategic expansion plan, the company is initially seeking new franchise territories within its home state of Iowa, eventually aiming to plant new locations throughout the entire United States.
Meet the Iowa Man Who is on the First Ever ‘Golden Bachelorette’
'The Bachelor' has been a popular reality TV show for many years. From there, the franchise has added 'The Bachelorette' and now they're adding a version of those shows but for those in their golden years. Just last year the first season of 'The Golden Bachelor' aired starring Gerry Turner....
Gilda’s Club changes name, expands no-cost services to entire state of Iowa
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Gilda’s Club Quad Cities is expanding its services to the entire state of Iowa. According to an announcement from the non-profit, the expansion comes after Gilda’s Club received a grant from the Iowa Cancer Consortium. Iowa has the second-highest cancer incidence rate in the...
Meet the 10-year-old who blew away Iowa State Fair judges with his harmonica playing
August "Gus" Major's learned to love the blues from his dad who is in a band. So it only made sense that the 10-year-old would enter the Youth Harmonica Contest at the Iowa State Fair. Some might have been a little blue about being the only contestant, but not Gus. ...
Ray Armbrecht – 8th Annual Fredericksburg Firefighters Block Party
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER:. Rob Getz spoke with fire chief Ray Armbrecht of the Fredericksburg Fire Department’s 8th Annual Block Party at the Fire Station tomorrow. Armbrecht talks about the various activities for all ages, including raffles and live entertainment. Proceeds will go to providing equipment for their ever growing staff of volunteers.
Diets can slash dairy emissions
DUBUQUE, Iowa – Researchers around the world are working to develop solutions to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions caused by milk production. Enteric methane fermentation is responsible for almost half the emissions on U.S. dairy farms, according to the University of Wisconsin-Division of Extension. Manure management accounts for an additional 20 percent; “upstream” effects such as feed production account for the rest.
Dubuque Arrest Reports For August 14th, 2024
Berg, Dana Andrew (W /M/63) Arrest on charge of Criminal Mischief 5th Degree (M), at 770 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA, on 8/14/2024 04:53. Small, Jessica Jan (W /F/32) Arrest on charge of Previously Arrested (M), at 770 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA, on 8/14/2024 10:23. Officer: Patterson, K D. AR 2024002435.
Dubuque student uses $5,000 grant to help restaurants start composting
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KCRG) - A Dubuque college student is using a $5,000 grant to help restaurants compost waste. Lucy Conlon will be a senior at the University of Iowa this fall, studying environmental sustainability. Conlon is one of nine Dubuque students ages 15 to 24 to receive a microgrant from Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Youth Climate Action Fund, which aims to promote “youth-driven climate action.”
Our Town Decorah is a designated cultural and entertainment district
Downtown Decorah is one of less than 20 Iowa districts that the state has designated as a cultural and entertainment district. Having a vibrant downtown is what qualifies an area to earn this designation.
‘Our wide outs are very talented’: How the Hawkeyes are redefining the wide receiver position
Last season no Hawkeye receiver reached 300 yards. But in Tim Lester’s pro-style offense, they’ll be a critical chess piece. Lester is utilizing pre-snap motion, giving the offense an advantage and moving the eyes of the defense. “The alignments, formations, the pre-snap consternation that you’re trying to present...
Come Support The Special Olympics Tomorrow At Dunkin
Come support a great cause and enjoy some free donuts and coffee! Tomorrow, head over to Dunkin’ at 2660 Dodge St. between 6am-Noon for Cop on a Rooftop. Dubuque Police officers will be on the roof and ground collecting donations for Special Olympics Iowa. Any donation will earn you a free donut, and a $10 donation will also get you a free coffee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and treat yourself to some delicious treats! See you there!
Public Hearing Scheduled For Discussion On Two Hotels
The Dubuque City Council voted, 7-0, Wednesday evening to set a September16th public hearing to discuss and possibly approve a development agreement to build a hotel complex at the Port of Dubuque. Kinseth Hospitality Co., has proposed the $30 million private construction of a pair of Marriott-branded hotels on city property. The developers negotiated an estimated $4.4 million rebate from tax-increment financing over 10 years from new property tax revenue raised at the site, which the city has offered to the developer for $800,000. The two hotels, Residence Inn by Marriot and Courtyard by Marriott, will be constructed as two wings of the same six-story building and share a concierge desk.
Branching Out Dubuque Tree-Planting Initiative Kicks Off Saturday, August 24
Sustainable Dubuque will join community partners to kick off the Branching Out Dubuque tree-planting initiative on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 9 a.m. at the Eagles Watch Audubon Overlook at the 16th Street Detention Basin The public is invited to attend. More than 30 trees will be planted that morning along...
Victim of Iowa golf course drowning identified as worker
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Investigators now say the man who drowned at in a pond at an Iowa City Golf Course was an employee. The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office says it found the body of 38 year-old Christopher Plowman, 38, of Tiffin, on Wednesday in a pond at Pleasant Valley Golf Course in Iowa City. The Sheriff’s Office confirmed Plowman was an employee of the golf course.
North Iowa Man to Serve Up to 30 Years for Indecent Contact with a Minor
A North Iowa man could serve up to three decades in prison for having indecent contact with a minor. 38-year-old Richard Bush of Plainfield was initially arrested in May 2023 on charges of continuous sex abuse of a child, second-degree sexual abuse, and lascivious acts with a child, all felonies; plus assault with intent to commit sexual abuse and dissemination/exhibition of obscene material to a minor.
Owner of swimming pool allegedly linked to illness sues the state for inaction
An Iowa company accused of endangering the public health is now suing the state over an alleged three-year refusal to review its plans for swimming pool repairs. Custom Fitness, which is owned by Jason Bailey and Whole Health Natural Foods LLC, is suing the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing in Polk County District […]
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