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Charles City Speed Cameras Get Put in Park, Will Go Dark
On March 11th, four traffic enforcement cameras were activated in Charles City in an effort to crack down on speeding within City limits. Less than three months later, the City is being forced to pull the plug on the devices. That’s City Administrator Steve Diers, who says the City had...
Charles City Main Street Bridge Closed At Least Through July 4th Holiday Weekend
The Main Street Bridge in Charles City, closed by flooding earlier this week, will be closed past the July 4th holiday weekend. Access to the bridge was shut down about 7 pm Sunday (06.23) night after Charles City Police reported possible visible damages to the bridge, which had been bombarded with debris from the bulging Cedar River.
With Parade Route Finalized, Fourth of July Celebration in Charles City Set
The following information is courtesy of the Charles City Chamber of Commerce. Fourth of July Celebration set in Charles City July 3-6 Charles City and the Fourth of July Celebration have gone hand-in-hand for decades, and another fun-filled, family -friendly schedule of events are on tap for July 3-6, courtesy of the Charles City Area Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Charles City program and a number of local sponsors.
City of Charles City Names New Fire Chief
After a three-month hiring process, the City of Charles City has named its new fire chief. Sam Deverell has been tabbed to succeed current chief, Marty Parcher. Deverell comes to the CCFD after an extensive career in the military and fire service industry. He is a Charles City graduate and recently moved his family back to Charles City.
Floyd County Medical Center CEO Dawnett Willis talks hospital construction and changes you need to know
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER. Floyd County Medical Center CEO Dawnett Willis joined the morning show (6-27-24) to provide updates on the construction ongoing at the hospital and some changes you should be aware of before your visit. Stay updated on all things Floyd County...
Report Flood Damage for Possible Flood Disaster Designation in Floyd County
The Cedar River reached its peak flood level at 21.57 feet Monday (06.24) morning in Charles City. For the record, City Administrator Steve Diers notes that the official gauge of the river’s rising waters is monitored and measured along South Grand Avenue, just east of McDonalds. The river is...
Floyd, Bremer, Fayette Counties to Share in $25 Million for Bridge Updates
A coalition of Floyd, Fayette, and Bremer counties, plus the City of Dubuque, will each share in $50 million in federal transportation funding. The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) RAISE grants will enhance safety in urban neighborhoods and replace some 29 bridges across Northeast Iowa. The program was funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) supported by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley in 2021.
Charles City Community Fund’s Cornhole Tournament at the Floyd County Fair set for Sat. July 20th
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER:. The Charles City Community Fund’s Cornhole Tournament at the Floyd County Fair is set for Saturday July 20th with registration at 3:00pm and the tournament starting at 4:00pm. The Charles City Community Fund’s Mike McCarty, Brandi Johnson & Brian Fuller stopped by the morning show to discuss the tournament and how to get signed up.
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