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Sonderman, Berglund, Wagoner in top 5 of first IATC Rankings
(KMAland) -- The Iowa Association of Track & Cross Country Coaches has released its first individual rankings of the 2024 season. The rankings feature three KMAlanders in the top five. Harlan's Lindsey Sonderman is the top KMAlander, coming in at No. 2 in 3A. Clarinda's Kyle Wagoner is the top...
Look to the sky: The rare super blue moon will be visible in Iowa on Monday
Don't miss the rare phenomenon in the sky Monday night that (probably) won't happen again for years. A full moon that is both a supermoon and a blue moon will grace the night skies over the U.S. Dubbed a "super blue moon," the rare combination occurs when the different cycles of blue and super moons happen to align on the calendar, said NASA's Noah Petro, Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter project scientist. ...
World’s largest controlled puffing operation starts up in Iowa
DYERSVILLE, IA — Grainwell Puffed Grains, previously known as Ancient Brands, has started up a new full-scale puffed grain production plant. This marks the first controlled puffing facility in North America, as well as the world’s largest, according to the company. The new multi-line, 105,000-square-foot operation produces high-quality,...
Fire & Rescue Searching The River For a Dubuque Man That Went Missing 
Update: He has been found and is declining medical and is in good shape. He was located in the mud down by Massey area. Dubuque fire and rescue, along with the Key West fire department, is currently searching for an elderly man who disappeared around 5 PM today while riding his blue jet ski south past 9 Mile Island on the Mississippi River. The search is ongoing, and authorities are asking for any tips or sightings related to the missing man. Search efforts are focused on the river and nearby banks, with boats involved in the operation. At this time, no details about the individual or their name are being released.
Waterloo’s Lost Island Themepark to Unveil Thrilling New Coaster
National Rollercoaster Day was on Friday, August 16th this year. In honor of this holiday, Waterloo's Lost Island Themepark made an exciting announcement about a major development for the Eastern Iowa park. Next year, there will be a brand-new rollercoaster, and it will be a first for the entire state!
Iowa High School Volleyball Match will be Played Outdoors
There have been some historic outdoor sporting events in recent years here in the Midwest. You had the 'Crossover at Kinnick' event starring the Iowa women's basketball team. It was the largest outdoor women's basketball game ever played. Then there was the volleyball match between Nebraska and Omaha last August. A crowd of over 92,000 packed Memorial Stadium in Lincoln to become the largest crowd to ever watch a women's sporting event.
Eastern Iowa Farmer Could Lose Millions From 3rd Wind Turbine Fire
A farmer in Mechanicsville, Iowa suffers from their 3rd wind turbine fire in less than 18 months. In less than a year and a half, this farmer is left with another huge mess that needs to be cleaned. This fire all began with an unlucky lightning strike that could cost this farmer millions of dollars.
Adoptable 4-Legged Friends: Meet “Peppa and Rusty”
BETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) -K9 Kindness Rescue, 1305 26th Street, Bettendorf, discusses the rescue, its mission, and how people can support what they do--including attending a music event fundraiser set for Sept. 14 in Davenport. Kathy Holle introduces the audience to “Peppa and Rusty” who suffered a very difficult start in...
Muscatine writer wins humor category in global writing competition
MUSCATINE, Iowa — A Muscatine writer has taken home the top prize at the 2024 Erma Bombeck Writing Competition. Charla Schafer won the Global Humor category with her short essay, "Funeral Notes," which you can read here. In it, Schafer laments the planning (or lack thereof) for her future...
Here's everything you need to know about the new school year in Iowa City
Friday marks the start of the 2024-2025 school year for the more than 14,000 Iowa City Community School District Students. The first day welcomes changes from ongoing projects to new hires. Here is everything you need to know as locals return to class: ...
Dubuque to Welcome its First Pro-Football Team in 2025
For the first time in its history, Dubuque could have a professional football team to call its own. Coming October 2025, the Iowa Power will begin playing indoor games at the Five Flags Convention Center, marking an exciting new chapter for sports in our city. But don’t expect this to...
2025 All-American Iose Epenesa Commits to Iowa
The University of Iowa has successfully landed one of the top defensive players in the country. 2025 All-American Iose Epenesa from Edwardsville High School in Illinois has committed to the Hawkeyes. According to 247Sports, Epenesa is the No.16 overall player in the nation and a five-star prospect. Past members of...
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