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Four hurt in Winona County collision on Wednesday
WINONA, Minn. – A two-vehicle collision in Winona County Wednesday injured four people. The Minnesota State Patrol says a 16-year-old female was driving a 2016 Chevy Impala south on Highway 61 while Thomas Gerard Falter, 55 of Westby, Wisconsin, was northbound in a 2008 Honda Pilot. The State Patrol says the vehicles crashed near the intersection with Gilmore Avenue around 6:39 pm.
Livestock exhibitors capture the essence of the Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — The sounds never stop in the sheep barn. The air is filled with the buzz of shears and the more-than-occasional bleat of a sheep. People travel from all over to show their sheep at the Iowa State Fair. Ten-year-old Dalton Klamfoth of Ohio, appearing calm...
Iowa’s Big Grove Brewery Has a New Beer That Will Help Plant More Trees
Here we have a classic case of being able to enjoy a few adult beverages while also helping to positively contribute to society. Where I'm from, we call that a win-win situation. You can help support an Iowa business and help add more trees across Iowa's landscape. Big Grove Brewery has teemed up with Trees Forever to help more trees get planted in Iowa.
Iowa seeks federal food aid waiver for pilot summer meal program
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services submitted a waiver request for participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s summer food assistance program to implement a separate summer feeding project, the Iowa Capital Dispatch reports.
Steps Iowa Moms And Dads Can Take To Ease Kids Back Into The School Year
Sioux City, Iowa — Iowa parents are encouraged to make a few proactive moves this week that may help their kids make a smoother transition back to school. Autumn Hartman is a counselor who works with youth at Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Sioux City. She suggests starting the school year routines right away, including a nightly bedtime and an earlier wake-up time.
Iowa schools in limbo as they brace for book ban, legal battle continues
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — As the new school year approaches, schools across Iowa are scrambling to navigate the enforcement of Senate File 496, a law that bans books depicting sex acts and restricts the teaching of sexual orientation and gender identity. The law, which was recently upheld by a federal appeals court, has left some educators and librarians in a state of confusion and concern.
Iowa rainfall totals: Where the most rain fell the last two days
DES MOINES, Iowa — Following two more rounds of showers and storms the last couple days, much of Iowa heads toward the end of this week in wet shape. Here's a look at rain totals around the state from Wednesday to Thursday morning:. Winterset: 3.90 inches. Lorimor: 3.20. St....
New Restaurant Moving into Coveted Downtown Cedar Rapids Spot
It looks like a new restaurant is moving into Downtown Cedar Rapids, right on the heels of some major business closures. In mid-July, news came out that the restaurant Barrel House would be closing its Cedar Rapids location for good. Located at 102 2nd St SE, the eatery opened in...
Nichols Christian draws enthusiastic vacation bible school crowd
A large crowd attended the SCUBA Vacation Bible School program at the Nichols Christian Church on Aug. 4. The children sang and danced to songs learned during the week. Through an interactive conversation with Pastor Marcie Heil, the children shared the Bible stories and Bible verses discussed, as well as the joys of “diving into friendship with God.” A delicious brunch was served to all guests following the program.
Spunky Heaven is Dubuque Regional Humane Society’s Pet of the Week
Each week, the Dubuque Regional Humane Society is highlighting a "Pet of the Week." The Pet of the Week is available to be adopted via the Humane Society. "Pet of the Week" is brought to you by Finnin Kia, a trusted Kia dealer in Dubuque, IA. This week, the Dubuque Regional Humane Society is highlighting another amazing four-legged friend:
Donors grace United Way with stacks of school supplies
A United Way of Muscatine School Supply Drive produced hundreds of items for families in need in the Wilton and West Liberty School Districts, according to Hilary Henke, Community Engagement manager for the organization. Henke reports that about 6,300 Muscatine County families (38 percent) are struggling to meet their most...
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