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Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
NextEra considers restarting Iowa nuclear plant amid rising demand for carbon-free energy
NextEra is looking at restarting the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa, CEO John Ketchum said. The Duane Arnold plant ceased operations in 2020 after 45 years of service. Demand for nuclear power is growing as the tech sector and utilities scramble for carbon-free energy. NextEra Energy is considering restarting...
Iowa high school softball state tournament: Valley, Pleasant Valley to face off in 5A championship
FORT DODGE — A short stretch of inclement weather certainly didn’t rain on Valley’s parade. The top-seeded Tigers – playing No. 5 Ankeny in the Class 5A softball state tournament semifinal – knew a thing or two about rain delays. ...
Davis & Johnson Are Off To A Fast Start
KNOXVILLE, Iowa — Hank Davis entered the season with plans to run his first full season with the American Sprint Car Series National Tour. But what he didn’t plan was doing it in the seat of the No. 2c machine with 2000 series champion Wayne Johnson calling the shots.
Iowa wildflower Wednesday: Prairie blazing star
Diane Porter of Fairfield first published this post on My Gaia, an email newsletter “about getting to know nature” and “giving her a helping hand in our own backyards.” Diane also maintains the Birdwatching Dot Com website and bird blog. Mid-summer, yellow flowers start dominating the...
Store and two Iowa pharmacists cited for dispensing wrong drugs
An Iowa pharmacy and two pharmacists have agreed to pay civil penalties for allegedly dispensing the incorrect medications to patients. The three cases, all unrelated to each other, are detailed in the latest settlement agreements involving the Iowa Board of Pharmacy. One of the cases involves Food Land Pharmacy in Woodbine. The board alleges that […] The post Store and two Iowa pharmacists cited for dispensing wrong drugs appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Let’s Talk Knoxville – RAGBRAI Compilation
Knoxville City Manager Heather Ussery, Mayor Brian Hatch, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Nathan Sage, several riders, and Hairball Lead Singer Dave Moody discuss RAGBRAI’s overnight stay in Knoxville on Wednesday. Podcast: Play in new window | Download. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS |...
Northeast Iowa creek has second mystery fish kill
About 40,000 fish died in Crane Creek last week, but it's unclear what killed them. (Photo courtesy of Iowa DNR) For the second time in a little more than a year, something has killed thousands of fish in a northeast Iowa creek without leaving obvious clues to identify it, according to state conservation officers.
Wednesday’s Iowa High School State Baseball Scores
At Western Iowa Today, we strive for reporting accuracy. If you see a mistake or a typo, please let us know by email to news@westerniowatoday.com. Story Content (c) 2024 Meredith Communications LC - All Rights Reserved. LOCAL NEWS. (State) An Iowa pharmacy and two pharmacists have agreed to pay civil...
Son of fallen Iowa state trooper visits memorial bridge during RAGBRAI stop
INDIANOLA, Iowa — Iowa state troopers joined the son of a fallen trooper on Wednesday during RAGBRAI. Trooper Mark Toney died in a car crash in 2011. He was preparing to pull someone over south of Indianola when his car left the roadway for an unknown reason, leading to a rollover.
Potential VP to headline Iowa Democratic Party fundraiser
There’s a new level of interest in an Iowa Democratic Party banquet this weekend. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, booked weeks ago to headline a party fundraiser in Des Moines this Saturday, has emerged as one of the people Kamala Harris is considering as a running mate. Iowa Democratic Party...
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