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Treasurer Smith Looking to Honor Grandparents with Unclaimed Property this Grandparents Day
(Des Moines) State Treasurer Roby Smith is recognizing Grandparents Day, which will be celebrated on September 8 this year, by encouraging Iowans to search for unclaimed money in the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt, Iowa’s only legitimate unclaimed property source. Smith said, “The bond between grandparents and grandchildren is special. Grandparents Day lets us honor our grandparents for the wisdom they offer and the joy they bring. It’s also a great reminder for people of all ages to check and see if they have a treasure to claim.”
School Speed Zones Go Back Into Effect In Iowa This Week
Students in the Quad Cities are gearing up for the 2024-2025 school year. With students returning back to school, that means school zones return to make sure motorists slow down and stay alert for the safety of these kids. The Davenport Police Department is helping folks prepare for the return of school zones by conducting special traffic enforcement in those school zones.
Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin Could Soon Experience A ‘Rodent Rampage’ In Their Homes
You may need to charge rent to a few critters before too long. Some of us have had to deal with snakes and bugs in our houses or on our property this summer. And now, one of the best parts of fall is that all of those crawl back into the earth where they belong.
Time is Running Out on the Unclaimed $500,000 Iowa Lottery Ticket
The winner of a massive lottery prize has less than a month to claim it before a six-figure piece of paper effectively becomes worthless. Back in March, a Powerball ticket was purchased at a Kwik Star, located at 1502 South Federal Avenue, in Mason City, IA. That ticket proved to be a lucky one, as it's now worth $500,000. The prize will expire if unclaimed by the September 12th deadline.
Iowa Now Has America’s Longest Paved Trail Loop
After living in Iowa for nearly four years, I've learned a few big things about the Hawkeye State and the people who call it home. Iowans will always send you home after dinner at their house with Tupperware full of leftovers. They root for their college teams just as loud...
From Coast to Cornfields: The States Most Likely to Send New Residents to Iowa
Iowa isn't a state known for having a large population. With only 3.2 million residents, there are cities that have nearly far more residents. New York and Los Angeles for example. Chicago has nearly our populous, and if you live in Eastern Iowa, you're just a couple hours from such a massive number of folks in one area.
Creston police report pair of Friday arrests
(Creston) -- Two Creston suspects face charges following separate incidents on Friday. The Creston Police Department says 23-year-old Kristina Gale Marcum of Creston was arrested shortly before 11 a.m. on an outside agency warrant and charged with intimidation with a dangerous weapon. Authorities say the arrest occurred at Marcum's residence.
High School Sports Schedule, Tuesday, August 27
Denison Schleswig @ Sioux City West tournament with Lawton-Bronson and Siouxland Christian. Shenandoah Early Bird POSTPONED to September 3 (AHSTW, Clarinda, Creston, East Mills, Essex, Fremont Mills, Harlan, Red Oak, Shenandoah, St. Albert, Stanton, Treynor, Tri-Center)
KMAland Football Power Rankings (8/26): Bedford, Underwood, LC lead first rankings
(KMAland) -- The KMAland Football Power Rankings are back, and Bedford, Underwood and Lewis Central lead the first installment. Teams eligible are those from the Hawkeye Ten, Corner, Western Iowa, Pride of Iowa, Rolling Valley, Missouri River and Bluegrass Conferences. Those voting are Derek Martin, Ryan Matheny, Trevor Maeder, Ethan Hewett and Dusty Skahill.
DNR investigating blue liquid near East Nishnabotna River in Oakland
(Des Moines) The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a bright blue liquid observed near the East Nishnabotna River in Oakland, Pottawattamie County.On August 22, the DNR Field Office in Atlantic received reports of a blue liquid in an inlet area on the east bank. According to information provided anonymously to the DNR, the blue liquid was first observed around August 11.
First Day Fun Photo Gallery
Makenna Schroeder is a sophomore at AHS. This is Schroeder’s first year in journalism. Her favorite thing about journalism is the diversity among the members. Journalism gives her the chance to talk to different people in our school and community. She said, “It's hard to talk to new people nowadays with everything in the world being tech-based.” This semester Schroeder said she is very excited to take a more variety of pictures because it will allow her to get the behind-the-scenes look at things most people don't get the chance to see, which is what journalism is all about. Schroeder is involved in basketball, softball, cross country, cheerleading, golf, volleyball, dance, band, Student Council, AHS Fuel, FFA, tutoring, and Silver Cord. She said if she ever has free time she enjoys reading, going on trips, or going to the lake. Bio by Olivia Jensen.
Defending 4A champ Lewis Central putting last year in rearview mirror as 2024 begins
(Council Bluffs) -- For the second time in three seasons, Lewis Central will begin its title defense by taking on Harlan in a highly-anticipated game on the KMA Video Stream. With every new season comes optimism and excitement for head coach Justin Kammrad's team. "We're super excited with where we're...
Trailer placement discussion expected at Tuesday Shen council meeting
(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah officials are looking at possible regulations regarding where trailers are placed on properties. Discussion regarding the location of travel and camping trailers, mobile homes and portable buildings is an agenda item for the Shenandoah City Council Tuesday evening at 6 at City Hall. City Administrator A.J. Lyman tells KMA News the council is expected to consider an ordinance drafted by Shenandoah City Attorney Mahlon Sorensen.
(UPDATE) Structure fire in Anita Monday morning
(Anita, Iowa) – (Updated 6:12-a.m.) No injuries were reported following a residential structure fire early this (Monday) morning, in Anita. Anita and Wiota Fire crews were dispatched at around 2:19-a.m. to a home at 206 Cherry Street, where smoke was seen coming from the structure. Anita Fire arrived on the scene a few minutes later, and reported flames coming from the home.
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