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Historic front page from the Des Moines Register, July 2, 1919: Iowa supports women's vote
The Des Moines Register's sister paper, the Evening Tribune, reports on July 2, 1919, that the Iowa Legislature in a special session has added the state to the growing roll of those in support of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. That amendment, ratified the following year, gave women the full right to vote. Iowa women had long been prominent in the suffrage movement. Today in Iowa, women hold two of four congressional seats, one of two U.S. Senate seats and the governor's office.
Drinking Water Advisory remains for Some Union and Madison Co. residents
Some residents in Union and Madison counties will remain under a ‘Drinking Water Advisory’ until early next week. According to the Southern Iowa Rural Water Association (SIRWA), the water distribution system north of Afton, Lorimor, Thayer and surrounding areas experienced issues on Thursday night (July4). As a result, customer accounts ending with numbers 055, 003, 063 […]
Panther Softball Score 20 Runs on Eagles
The Panorama Panther softball team had their final regular season game in Afton against the East Union Eagles, resulting in the Panthers claiming a 20-8 victory over the Eagles. Panorama would score a run in the top of the first but East Union would respond quickly and take the lead, notching in three runs of their own in the bottom of the first. This would light a fire under the Panthers, who would score six runs to take a 7-3 lead and would not look back. Panorama would score every inning, and would notch in another six runs in the final inning of the contest resulting in a 20-8 landslide victory for the Panorama Panthers.
Cedar Rapids woman reportedly found at Lake MacBride State Park with drug paraphernalia, stolen weapon in her car
A Cedar Rapids woman was reportedly found with drug paraphernalia and a stolen weapon in her car while at a park near Solon. A DNR officer reports seeing an open container and a marijuana grinder inside a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe parked at Lake MacBride State Park just after 7:00 Saturday night. A search of the vehicle reportedly turned up more open containers, drug paraphernalia, a scale with white powder on it, and a gun that was later determined to be stolen.
Iowan with disability wins federal support
The U.S. Office for Civil Rights has issued a ruling ensuring that an Iowa man with disabilities is able to live in his home and receive round-the-clock medical care. Advocates for people with disabilities hope the move sets precedent for other people in Iowa and around the country. When he...
KMAland Sports Schedule (7/6): Postseason baseball begins
(KMAland) -- Postseason baseball is here with KMA Sports covering six games between Neola, Lenox and Afton on Saturday. Check out the KMAland Sports Schedule for Saturday below. KMALAND BASEBALL SCHEDULE. Iowa Class 1A District 3 — First Round. Boyer Valley vs. Newell-Fonda (at Woodbury Central), 1:00 PM. Audubon...
It’s Agriculture Day at the Adams County Fair
(Adams Co) Today is Agriculture Day at the Adams County Fair. Morning events at the fair consist of weigh-ins for swine, beef, sheep and beef pen of 3. The open dog show is at 9:00 a.m. At 10:00 a.m. there is a Safety in Shooting Sports Exhibition and Southwest Iowa Draft Horse Association Games. The Bill Riley Talent Show is at 3:00 p.m. A Cornhole tournament will take place at 4:30 p.m. (registration opens at 4:00). Gates open for the Universal Pro Rodeo at 5:00 p.m., with the Rodeo starting at 7:00. Live music with Dustin Baird will follow the rodeo.
Caitlin Clark’s old AAU program has dominant Minnesota players now, too
MINNEAPOLIS - Before Caitlin Clark became a basketball icon during her record-setting career at Iowa, an important part of her development came in high school with her AAU team - All Iowa Attack. The AAU program based in Ames, now with 600 athletes and its own state-of-the-art facility, was established...
Severe storms bring hail, strong winds to Eastern Nebraska, Western Iowa
Severe storms moved over the metro just after 6 this evening. Communities in western Iowa saw the most impact; viewers from Crescent, Iowa shared photos of golf ball-sized hail. Several funnel clouds were spotted near that area as well. None of them ever developed into confirmed tornadoes.
GRM Networks grants $3,750 to support community projects
GRM Networks has awarded a total of $3,750 as part of its Community Improvement Grant program. The recipients of the first semiannual distribution for the 2024 calendar year are Decatur County Public Health of Leon, Iowa; the Stacy Multipurpose Center of Princeton, Missouri; the Harrison County Council on Aging of Bethany, Missouri, and the Mercer County Food Pantry of Princeton, Missouri.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for SW Pottawattamie County until 7:45 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Omaha has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southwestern Pottawattamie County in southwestern Iowa... * Until 745 PM CDT. * At 649 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 3 miles northwest of Council Bluffs Airport, or 5 miles northeast of Council Bluffs, moving east at 10 mph. HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Northeastern Council Bluffs, Treynor, Underwood, Council Bluffs Airport, McClelland, and Weston. This includes Interstate 80 in Iowa between mile markers 5 and 17. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
KMAland Softball (7/6): Creston downs St. Albert, Sioux City North topples LC
(KMAland) -- Creston took down St. Albert while Sioux City North toppled Lewis Central in KMAland softball on Saturday. Check out the rundown below. •Taryn Fredrickson, Creston: 7 IP, 7 H, 4 R, 2 BB, 13 K. •Lexi Narmi, St. Albert: 3/3, HR, RBI, R, BB + 3 IP, 3...
Reminder: Free Concert Tomorrow at Greene County High School Auditorium
A reminder that a free concert is being held tomorrow in Jefferson. The Brown Family is from LeMars, Iowa and the award winning ensemble is going to perform a free show at the Greene County High School auditorium Sunday at 2pm. The show will be the “Americana Music and Patriotic Salute.” The event is sponsored by the Greene County Veterans Affairs Office and the Greene County Veterans Commission.
Hay's homer powers L-S softball to dominant win over Melcher-Dallas
Jul. 6—SULLY — A fast start and a season high in hits led the Lynnville-Sully softball team to a six-inning win over Melcher-Dallas on Monday. The Hawks snapped a five-game losing streak with a 12-2 victory over the Saints. The hosts put up a crooked number in four of their six at-bats. Jakiera Hay slugged her first homer of the season and second of her varsity career, Kate Harthoorn tallied ...
The Last Man Ever Put to Death in the State of Iowa
Iowa is one of 23 states (along with Washington D.C.) that have abolished Capital Punishment. However, that wasn't always the case. The last time the state of Iowa performed the Death Penalty within its borders was in 1963. The practice would be banned statewide two years later, although there have been several efforts to bring it back in recent years.
WIC Benefits Can Now Be Redeemed Through Online Order And Pick Up Through Hy-Vee App
Iowa Woman Infant and Children (WIC) has partnered with Hy-Vee to offer more convenient shopping for those enrolled in the nutritional program. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program WIC is now available to purchase accepted items for online ordering and pick up. HHS started exploring the idea of advancing the program to participate in this new feature with a pilot program in a Des Moines store in February of this year. After working out the details to be as efficient as possible, the initiative expanded across Iowa, Minnesota, and Nebraska in early June. The new feature for the WIC program was made possible through a grant from the Center for Nutrition and Health Impact. HHS Director Kelly Garcia says, “This is yet another incredible example of a public-private partnership that will greatly benefit individuals receiving WIC benefits in our state. The goal of this program is to provide easier access and conveniences- and every parent of young children wants the convenience while balancing work and life.” WIC members can select qualifying food items online in the Hy-Vee app and enter their eWIC card numbers during checkout. The WIC program was established nationwide in 1974, celebrating 50 years of supporting mothers, children, and families in Iowa, assisting them to live healthier lives. WIC provides supplemental nutritious food, health care referrals, breastfeeding support, and nutritional education to pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women and infants through age five children who are at nutritional risk.
John Deere Continues with Layoffs Across Midwest in Illinois & Iowa
So far this year over 1,000 workers in Iowa have lost their jobs at John Deere; that includes the recent announcement of layoffs coming to Davenport on August 30th of 211 workers and the 99 being released from the Dubuque plant on the same date. John Deere, a leading manufacturer...
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