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FEMA APPROVES DISASTER RECOVERY TEMPORARY HOUSING PROGRAM. Federal officials have approved Governor Kim Reynolds’ request that Iowans in 14 counties including Plymouth County may apply for temporary housing assistance. This is for residents who cannot live in their own homes due to flood or tornado damage. FEMA’s Temporary Housing...
As Iowa's 'fetal heartbeat' abortion ban looms, clinics prepare for an uncertain future
In the final days before one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the country is expected to take effect, the atmosphere at Iowa abortion clinics has become emotionally fraught. This week marks a dramatic legal and policy change in the reproductive care permitted in the state. But even as health care providers...
A Look Back at ‘Saturday Night Live’ Castmembers Who Call Iowa Home
Saturday Night Live has kind of become like The Simpsons, or even Survivor. Every time it's own TV, I can't help but think to myself, "wow, that show is still on?" It wouldn't be if it didn't have a devoted legion of fans who faithfully tune in each and every week. SNL is presently in its 49th season, and recently welcomed its first "gen Z" castmember in Marcello Hernandez.
Take a stroll through The Alley for unique gifts and more
ALEDO, Ill. (KWQC) -The Alley Marketplace offers a curated collection of unique gifts meant to spread the feelings of comfort, joy and togetherness for those you love the most. Located at 110 East Main Street in downtown Aledo., store hours are Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m....
Genesis Medical Center, Aledo, recognized as one of the top rural primary care practices in the U.S.
ALEDO, Ill. (KWQC) - Genesis Medical Center in Aledo was recognized at the 2024 Lilypad Awards which recognizes rural clinics performance against other clinics based on efficiency and operational excellence. A media release said the Lilypad Awards assess based on comprehensive and objective performance in rural health clinics. They evaluate...
Monmouth Park Barn Notes: Book’em Danno Entered for Friday’s Jersey Shore Stakes
Grade 1 winner Book’em Danno was among six 3-year-olds entered today for Friday’s Jersey Shore Stakes at Monmouth Park, with trainer Derek Ryan saying a final decision on the gelding’s next start “will be made later in the week.”. The Jersey Shore Stakes, to be contested...
One treated after fire in Muscatine senior apartment building
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - A resident of a Muscatine senior apartment community was taken to the hospital after a two-alarm fire Tuesday morning. According to a media release, the Muscatine Fire Department responded to a call around 11 a.m. to a report of a structure fire at the Grandview Senior Lofts.
Quick work by staff averts ‘catastrophe’ at KHS
Even before Tuesday’s EF-1 tornado tore through Kewanee, school district employees were dealing with the aftermath of a storm that damaged the roof at Kewanee High School. “We had a catastrophe,” Supt. Rebecca Baney told the Kewanee School Board at its meeting Tuesday. During Sunday’s late-night storm, Baney...
Redevelopment of Beck’s Underway
Demolition is underway at the Beck Oil gas station on the north end of Monmouth at the intersection of Highway 34 and Highway 67. Along with the redevelopment of the current property, Beck Oil intends to purchase adjoining land for a diesel fuel and semi truck parking facility, which will then be annexed into the City of Monmouth, creating a new North Commercial TIF District, explains City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher:
Midwest princess Chappell Roan to return to Iowa again with new October concert
Iowans have a third opportunity to see breakout star and Midwest princess Chappell Roan come October. The “Pink Pony Club” and “Good Luck, Babe!” singer announced seven new shows as part of “The Midwest Princess Tour” on July 16, and Council Bluffs made the list.
Broad array of groups object to Summit pipeline permit
Legislators, counties, conservation groups and landowners have asked state regulators to reconsider their permit approval for an expansive carbon dioxide pipeline system in Iowa. A total of eight requests were filed with the Iowa Utilities Commission in the past week before a procedural deadline on Monday, and they are likely precursors to lawsuits in state […] The post Broad array of groups object to Summit pipeline permit appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Dirty Honey ‘Can’t Find the Brakes,’ But Makes Stops in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin
Fans of classic rock are in for a treat as Dirty Honey brings their "Can’t Find the Brakes World Tour" to North America, with dates lined up in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Known for blending classic rock riffs with Marc LaBelle’s searing vocals, Dirty Honey has been hailed as one of the most exciting bands in recent years.
See 'Golden Bachelor' and Iowan Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist on 'Celebrity Family Feud'
The “Golden Bachelor” and Iowan Gerry Turner will be back in the spotlight with an appearance on “Celebrity Family Feud.” He’ll be joined by ex-wife Theresa Nist, but the two are not reuniting for the popular game show hosted by Steve Harvey. The duo recorded the show during their marriage, which came to...
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