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John Deere cuts DEI programs, will no longer join 'social or cultural awareness parades'
John Deere, one of Iowa's largest employers, announced this week it is scaling back a series of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. In a statement released on Tuesday, the farm equipment manufacturer said it would be eliminating or changing multiple internal policies and initiatives, adding that “our customers’ trust and confidence in us are of the utmost importance to everyone at John Deere.”
After 40 years, a popular Iowa State Fair food stand is calling it quits
If you're heading to the Iowa State Fair this year, you'll miss out on Crescenti's, the classic concession stand usually found across from the horse barn. Why won't Crescenti's be at the Iowa State Fair 2024?. Crescenti’s owner Barry Vosler retired, according to a release from the Iowa State Fair....
Iowa Corn Announces Election Results for Board of Directors
JOHNSTON, IOWA (July 17, 2024) — Iowa Corn has announced the Board of Directors election results for the Iowa Corn Growers Association® (ICGA) and Iowa Corn Promotion Board® (ICPB). Those elected as ICGA directors will continue to bring grassroots policy issues forward and be the collective voice...
Judge finds nursing home worker was fired for being honest with inspectors
An Iowa nursing home worker was fired recently amid allegations that he was too honest with inspectors. In a separate case, a worker was fired after being accused of instructing a co-worker to lie to state inspectors. According to state records, University Park Nursing and Rehabilitation fired Jason King as the facility’s full-time maintenance director […] The post Judge finds nursing home worker was fired for being honest with inspectors appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
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,...
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...
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