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RAGBRAI 2024 daily planner: Route, mileage and highlights along the way
DES MOINES, Iowa — The world's longest, oldest, and largest recreational bicycle ride is back for its 51st trek across the state of Iowa. This year's version of RAGBRAI — the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa — departs from Glenwood on Sunday, July 21, and ends 434 miles later in Burlington on Saturday, July 27. In between, there will be overnight stops at Red Oak, Atlantic, Winterset, Knoxville, Ottumwa and Mount Pleasant, with plenty to eat, drink, do and see along the way.
Rural hospitals built during baby boom now face baby bust
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Rural regions like the one surrounding this southern Iowa town used to have a lot more babies, and many more places to give birth to them. At least 41 Iowa hospitals have shuttered their labor and delivery units since 2000. Those facilities, representing about a third of all Iowa hospitals, are located mostly in […] The post Rural hospitals built during baby boom now face baby bust appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Analytics firm names Genesis Medical Center in Aledo as a top rural primary care in the nation
Administrator of Genesis Medical Center Ted Rogalski says he's been at the center for 14 years and 28 years in the industry. He says the medical center focuses primarily on outpatient services, including emergency department, physical therapy, radiology, surgery, and rehab. Rogalski says the center has 130 employees in the...
Don’t Fall Victim to the Latest USPS Text Scam Circulating Illinois
We should all know better by now, but I nearly fell victim to a new package delivery text scam the other day, and I don't want the same thing to happen to you. Here's one thing I can guarantee about me; if you call or text me from a number I don't recognize, I will not answer or respond...ever. My notorious call screening usually saves me from phone scammers, BUT, when I have been waiting for over two weeks for Japanese Beetle traps I desperately need to arrive, receiving a text about a delivery issue almost had me falling hook, line, and sinker into the scammer's trap.
Muscatine to begin taking down flood barriers today
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - With the Mississippi River slowly receding, crews in Muscatine will begin removing their flood barriers. According to a media release, river cleanup efforts are set to begin on July 19. “We feel confident that we can start to take down our flood barriers,” said Brian Stineman,...
Popsicles with Police event today in Muscatine
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - The Muscatine Police Department is set to host their second ‘Popsicles with Police’ event. According to a media release, on July 19 from 1-3 p.m. officers will be handing out free popsicles for all to enjoy. The event is set to be at the...
Demo Derby Sunday, July 28 at the 71st Annual Dubuque County Fair
The 71st Annual Dubuque County Fair is just around the corner, and one of the most exciting events to look forward to is the demo derby! Get ready Dubuque, because this action-packed event is sure to be a hit with adrenaline junkies and car enthusiasts alike. Don’t miss out on the thrilling crashes and fierce competition as drivers battle it out to be the last car standing. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience at the demo derby during the Dubuque County Fair. Starts At Noon.
Galesburg Police: Phone scam makes the rounds
Galesburg Police say a phone scam is circulating in the area, according to a news release. This scam involves the person using a spoofed phone number that matches the police department number of 309-343-9151. Phone number spoofing is a popular way for scammers and telemarketers to contact you with a...
It’s taken a small army to turn the lights back on
Turning the lights back on for more than 4,000 residences and businesses following a storm is no small task. So Ameren Illinois brought a small army to Kewanee Wednesday to get to work. Ameren Illinois spokesman Brian Bretsch said Thursday that a crew of about 1,400 linemen and other workers...
Swimming not recommended at state park beach in Clear Lake
DES MOINES, Iowa – Swimming is not recommended at several lakes in north and northeastern Iowa. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) does routine water quality monitoring at all State Park beaches and many locally managed beaches. The DNR says swimming is currently not recommended at:. - McIntosh...
Criswell Street rehabilitation begins Thursday
BETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) - The next phase of the Criswell Street rehabilitation project begins July 18. According to a release, sections of Criswell Street will be closed to through traffic during the day but will reopen for the evening. Flaggers will move local traffic around equipment so that residents are...
Monmouth gas station to expand in order to serve more semi customers
A Monmouth gas station is now officially in the process of expanding. Work is being done to remove underground fuel storage tanks at the Beck’s location in Monmouth — just the start of what is expected to be five to six million dollars worth of work. Monmouth City...
Crime Stoppers: Man wanted by 3 agencies
QUAD CITIES, Ill./Iowa (KWQC) - Have you seen him?. August Allender is wanted in three counties on charges ranging from eluding to domestic abuse. In Scott County, Allender is wanted for failure to appear in court on charges of eluding and driving while barred. Davenport police want him on domestic...
Davenport woman sentenced for assault with scissors
A 57-year-old Davenport woman was sentenced to prison Thursday after she pleaded guilty in connection with theft of a cell phone and a threat with scissors. Debra Miller pleaded guilty to a charge of first-degree theft and a charge of assault while displaying a dangerous weapon. She appeared in court with her attorney and was sentenced to up to 10 years for the theft charge and up to two years for the assault charge.
Crime Stoppers: Police release videos from Walgreens robbery
QUAD CITIES, Ill./Iowa (KWQC) - The video police released of a robbery at a Walgreens shows a man carrying an assault rifle into the Milan store. In the video, two masked men are shown walking into the Milan Walgreens just before closing at 10 p.m. May 12. One of them was holding an AK-47-style rifle and demanded money.
Missing 2-year-old Canton girl has been found, 'expected to be fine'
A 2-year-old girl who went missing early Thursday morning in Canton has been found. The Canton Police Department posted on Facebook that Chloe Russell "has been located alive and will be receiving medical attention but is expected to be fine." ...
Caitlin Clark Breaks WNBA Assist Record in Rookie Season
Never underestimate Caitlin Clark... EVER. 2024 has been the year of Clark. She helped lead the Iowa Hawkeyes to the NCAA Championship in her senior season for a second year. Then she was drafted first overall in the WNBA draft to the Indiana Fever. The West Des Moines native has...
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