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Cedar Rapids asks voters to okay $10M levy for schools
Voters in Iowa’s second largest school district will decide next month on whether to continue a levy for school facility maintenance and equipment. Cedar Rapids Community Schools Superintendent Tawana Grover says for 50 years, the voter-approved Physical Plant and Equipment Levy — or PPEL — has been an important pot of money for the district.
Local college student accused of mid-July rape pleads not guilty
A local college student has pleaded not guilty to accusations he sexually assaulted a juvenile female last month. Nandoya Ramadhan Othman, age 20, has been charged with third-degree sexual abuse by force. Decorah Police officers initially responded to a disturbance the evening of July 18 in the parking lot of the Decorah Walmart, after which a 17-year-old from Waukon told police Othman had raped her earlier that afternoon.
Bettendorf High School to open Brain Health Retreat Room
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Bettendorf High School is leading the way in supporting student and staff mental health with the opening of the Quad Cities’ first Brain Health Retreat Room. The innovative space, which will be showcased during the BHS Open House and Community Expo on Thursday, August 22,...
Iowa City's plate reading technology approved in parking ramps. What to know:
Iowa City's parking department can use automated license plate technology in city ramps and on certain city parking enforcement vehicles. They are also allowed to use traffic cameras "primarily for traffic engineering and study." The ordinance was passed and adopted into Iowa City code by a narrow 4-3 vote by the Iowa City...
Iowa dentist retires after 46 years
Peter Pauly, DDS, a dentist in Bellevue, Iowa, has retired after serving the industry for 46 years, according to an Aug. 21 report by Bellevue Herald-Leader. Dr. Pauly established his dental practice in Bellevue, Iowa, in July 1978. In 1983, Dr. Pault was named Outstanding Young Iowa Dentist and opened a practice in Preston, Iowa.
Schools, Legislature Cracking Down on Student Absenteeism
School districts are implementing stricter attendance policies in an effort to reduce unexcused absences by students. New Hampton High School Principal Matt Monson says the new guidelines, passed by the legislature earlier this year, will monitor absences much more closely and not just by the school district. While unexcused absences...
Awesome Craft/Makers Markets Happening in Eastern Iowa This Fall
Earlier this month, Midwest Living published a list of '10 Great Makers Markets to Visit This Fall.' We're happy to report that one Iowa market made the cut! It's called The Pear Fair, and it's held annually in Cedar Falls. The Pear Fair is a popular craft fair that showcases...
On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, DEA Encourages Communities to Continue Education Efforts
OMAHA, Neb. – The five state Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division, which includes Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota, is reminding Midwestern communities to continue education efforts that raise awareness to the life-threatening consequences of fentanyl experimentation and use while recognizing National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August 21.
Iowa Teen Caught Going Over 120 mph On a Suspended License
An Iowa teenager landed in the hottest of waters after being caught going well over 100 mph near Ottumwa. The kicker? He was driving on a suspended license. The Iowa State Patrol are hoping this serves as a reminder for parents to talk to their children who are just starting to drive or are actively learning the Rules of the Road about the dangers of excessive speed.
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