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National coalition helping rural students earn college degrees doubles in size
The STARS College Network, which partners with top colleges — including the University of Iowa — to ensure that students from rural and small-town America have the information and support they need to enroll in and graduate from the college or university of their choice, is doubling its membership.
Why is it so hazy today? Air quality in Iowa impaired by West Coast wildfires
Iowans are seeing the effects of wildfires from across the West Coast. Smoke is causing air quality across Iowa to decline slightly. Over the last few days, it has been cloudy with a light haze visible in the distance. This isn't the first time Iowa's air quality has been impaired by wildfires...
Western Iowa Braces for Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms Today
Des Moines, IA – Residents of western Iowa should prepare for scattered showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. According to the US National Weather Service in Des Moines, these weather conditions will initially affect the north to northeast regions this morning, extending to central and southern areas by this afternoon and into tonight.
Union Demands Iowa Reinstate Collective Bargaining Rights
(Cedar Rapids, IA) -- Union workers are demanding the state restore their collective bargaining rights. Under current Iowa law, key issues like healthcare, layoffs, and evaluation procedures are non-negotiable. At a press conference yesterday, the union and its workers said they want the old guidelines reinstated. They say fair bargaining...
Cedar Falls Police: Neighbors act heroically in overnight water rescue
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) - Police are crediting the heroic actions of several neighbors who helped first responders with a water rescue after a vehicle plunged into a private pond overnight. Cedar Falls police said someone called to report a vehicle had driven into the pond near their home in...
America’s Got Talent Casting Producer Coming To Eastern Iowa Festival
A Quad Citian could find themselves on the national stage!. Alternating Currents, an exciting festival of art, music, comedy, and film, will be the searching ground for America's Got Talent!. According to a post from the festival, a Casting Producer for the show will be coming to the Quad Cities...
Lying while buying a gun is sending a Hancock County man to federal prison
SIOUX CITY, iowa – A Hancock County man is sentenced to federal prison for lying while trying to buy a gun. Trevor Kent Hueneman, 26 of Garner, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to making false statements during the purchase of a firearm. Federal prosecutors say Hueneman went to...
Economist: Deere prepares for future losses
An Iowa State University professor says layoffs at John Deere reflect a broader cycle in the agriculture economy. The agricultural giant announced 610 workers at three factories would be without jobs by Aug. 30. That included 510 workers in the Quad-Cities area and 100 more in Dubuque. In a statement...
Kennedy Blades Signs With Iowa
IOWA CITY, Iowa – 2024 Olympian Kennedy Blades has signed a national letter of intent to join the University of Iowa women’s wrestling program starting in 2024. Iowa head coach Clarissa Chun made the announcement on Tuesday. The Chicago, native is a three-time world medalist. At u20s, Blades...
Cement stabilization begins on Criswell Street Tuesday
Bettendorf, Iowa (KWQC) - The next part of the Criswell Street rehabilitation project begins Tuesday. The cement stabilization process begins on Criswell Street which will close the road to through traffic, a media release said. Flaggers will be on site to guide local traffic so residents can still access their...
Biz Buzz: Sports store opens at Dubuque mall; Maquoketa radio station finds buyer, boutique opens Dyersville location
Do you have an interesting story idea or news tip to share about a local business? Ideas can be shared with business reporter Grace Nieland at grace.nieland@thmedia.com or 563-588-5647. Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from across the tri-states. This edition highlights developments in Dubuque, Maquoketa and Dyersville, Iowa. A national...
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