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Local youth helps Ronald McDonald Houses of Iowa through participation in the Governor’s Charity Steer show at the 2024 Iowa State Fair
AMES, Iowa – The Iowa State Fair is quickly approaching and plans for the annual Governor’s Charity Steer Show are in full swing. Iowa cattlemen support this great event that benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Iowa. Cheyenne Houk of Blakesburg, Iowa, has joined the Governor’s Charity...
Storms Tonight, Some Could be Severe
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - We are monitoring the potential for strong to severe storms this evening and tonight. Between now and midnight, we will be watching scattered storms work their way across southeast Iowa and northeast Missouri. Some of these storms could become severe, with primary threats including damaging winds, large hail, and an isolated tornado. A severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect for the KYOU area until 11 PM. Lows overnight drop into the mid to upper 60s. Friday brings calmer weather with plenty of sunshine and high temperatures in the mid 80s to near 90. Dew points in the upper 60s will make it a rather warm and muggy day, so make sure you’re drinking plenty of water and have a way to cool off if you’re spending time outside. Lows Friday night drop into the 60s, and the weekend brings more quiet weather with partly to mostly sunny skies and cooler temperatures, in the low to mid 80s. Dew points drop as well, into the mid to lower 60s, and we keep this quiet and seasonable trend in our weather as we head into the start of next week.
ALS Association to help raise money, Walk to Defeat ALS in Iowa City Aug. 18
IOWA CITY, Iowa — The Eastern Iowa walk to Defeat ALS returns to Iowa City this weekend to help raise more awareness. ALS -- orLou Gehrig’s Disease -- is a progressiveneurodegenerative disease that affects the nerve cells in the brain and spinal chord. Over time, it progresses and affects motor skills, including:
Walk-on Kaden Wetjen ready to do big things for the Hawkeyes
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Former Williamsburg standout Kaden Wetjen has paid his dues and now has a chance to do some big things for the Iowa Hawkeyes this season as a wide receiver and return man. “Yes, super excited, especially in the return game,” he said. “I feel like...
Flyers outside Latino-owned businesses in Hampton labeled as 'hate crime' by community
HAMPTON, Iowa — Early Tuesday morning, flyers were posted outside Latino-owned businesses in Hampton in Franklin County in North Central Iowa. The flyers read in part, "Illegal Immigrant Hunting Permit, Trump 2024." Staff at one of the Latino businesses in downtown Hampton say the flyer was a slap in...
Horizons CEO Mike Barnhart announces retirement
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Mike Barnhart, chief executive officer of Horizons, has announced that he will retire effective Nov. 27. Horizons is a human services agency focused on improving the lives of people in the community through programs such as Meals on Wheels, the Financial Wellness Center and the Neighborhood Transportation Center.
Cedar Rapids schools to enforce stricter attendance policy to comply with new Iowa law
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Cedar Rapids Community School District (CRCSD) has implemented a stricter attendance policy in compliance with a new state law, potentially involving the county attorney and juvenile court for cases of excessive absenteeism, according to a Wednesday press release. The revised policy is aimed at...
Deere reports net income of $1.734 billion in third quarter following hundreds of layoffs
WATERLOO, Iowa — Deere & Company reported a net income of $1.734 billion for the third quarter this year, or $6.29 per share. In early July, the company revealed plans to lay off 590 production employees at locations in Illinois and Iowa, along with 345 layoffs at its Waterloo operations set for September 20. Deere cited economic challenges and rising global operational and manufacturing costs in its decision to layoff workers.
ANASTASIA Comes to Coralville Center For the Performing Arts in December
Anastasia will come to Coralville Center For the Performing Arts in December. Inspired by the beloved film, Anastasia is a dazzling Broadway musical about a brave young woman seeking the truth of her mysterious past. Created by Tony Award winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty, and Lynn Ahrens, this enchanting story transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s as Anya embarks on an epic adventure.
Campers solve ‘The Vanishing of the Jolly Roger’
Webster City Community Theatre welcomed 27 young campers to its youth summer theatre workshop last week. The camp was led by three teaching artists from Footliters Traveling Playhouse, a touring program from Young Footliters Youth Theatre and Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. The campers auditioned for roles in the...
Clinton Candlelight Inn receiving national recognition
CLINTON, Iowa (KWQC) - The Candlelight Inn is known for their “Chicken George,” and now they’re receiving recognition on a larger scale. Candlelight Inn is located at 511 Riverview Drive in Clinton and later this month, “America’s Best Restaurants,” which is a media company that brings attention to local restaurants will take its roadshow to Clinton.
Digit the therapy dog helps students at Central DeWitt School District
DEWITT, Iowa (KWQC) -The Central DeWitt School District has a four-legged friend to help students. Digit is a therapy dog within the Central DeWitt School District who helps make the school a safe and comfortable place for students. “When you’re petting a dog the way you relax, kids do the...
1954 – 8,000 Watch Harrison Top Fair Stock Field
Starter Jake Bozony offers the checkered flag and his congratulations to Bill Harrison after the Topeka, Kan., driver took top honors in the IMCA stock car race at the All-Iowa Fair. – Carl Franks Photo. Cedar Rapids, Iowa (August 15, 1954) – Veteran Bill Harrison of Topeka, Kan., went...
Coach Conversation: Iowa OC Tim Lester on what he has seen from Cade McNamara, Brendan Sullivan in fall camp
Tim Lester speaks on Iowa's offensive philosophy, the quarterback situation, and more. Last week was media day for the Iowa football program, and new Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester was one of the coaches who was surrounded the most during the availability. Lester is entering his first season as Iowa's...
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