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Iowa State Patrol Dubs August “Aggressive Driving Enforcement” Month
The Iowa State Patrol (ISP) is looking to curb traffic crashes during the month of August. That’s Trooper Tom Williams with the ISP’s Mason City District office, who says a spike in travel comes from many people still traveling on family vacations and more students driving when school gets back in session later this month.
Eldridge denies public access to emails about city administrator
The City of Eldridge is denying public access to emails that a city worker sent to a colleague about the city administrator. The emails in question helped form the basis of the city’s rationale for firing the worker in May. State records indicate Jody Coffman worked as Eldridge’s full-time utility billing clerk prior to her […]
KHAK’s Radiothon for the Children’s Miracle Network
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) – A 2-day push is underway to help children battling illnesses at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. KHAK’s Radiothon for the Children’s Miracle Network runs Thursday and Friday. In the past 26 years, the Radiothon has raised more than $3.1 million to help support children and their families as they undergo treatments at UIHC. KHAK broadcasts live from the hospital speaking with doctors, patients and their families about the difference donations can make.
Nearly Impossible Quiz: The average American hasn’t done THIS activity in close to nine years.
Congratulations to Gene Houdek of Charles City who won a free take and bake pizza from the Charles City Hy-Vee!. Community Conversations are sponsored by the Floyd County Medical Center. Mon. Aug. 12 @ 8:07am – Charles City Public Library w/ Kamryn Kronschnabel. Tues. Aug. 13 @ 8:07am –...
Livestock exhibitors capture the essence of the Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — The sounds never stop in the sheep barn. The air is filled with the buzz of shears and the more-than-occasional bleat of a sheep. People travel from all over to show their sheep at the Iowa State Fair. Ten-year-old Dalton Klamfoth of Ohio, appearing calm...
Iowa’s Big Grove Brewery Has a New Beer That Will Help Plant More Trees
Here we have a classic case of being able to enjoy a few adult beverages while also helping to positively contribute to society. Where I'm from, we call that a win-win situation. You can help support an Iowa business and help add more trees across Iowa's landscape. Big Grove Brewery has teemed up with Trees Forever to help more trees get planted in Iowa.
Iowa seeks federal food aid waiver for pilot summer meal program
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services submitted a waiver request for participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s summer food assistance program to implement a separate summer feeding project, the Iowa Capital Dispatch reports.
Steps Iowa Moms And Dads Can Take To Ease Kids Back Into The School Year
Sioux City, Iowa — Iowa parents are encouraged to make a few proactive moves this week that may help their kids make a smoother transition back to school. Autumn Hartman is a counselor who works with youth at Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Sioux City. She suggests starting the school year routines right away, including a nightly bedtime and an earlier wake-up time.
Iowa schools in limbo as they brace for book ban, legal battle continues
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — As the new school year approaches, schools across Iowa are scrambling to navigate the enforcement of Senate File 496, a law that bans books depicting sex acts and restricts the teaching of sexual orientation and gender identity. The law, which was recently upheld by a federal appeals court, has left some educators and librarians in a state of confusion and concern.
Iowa rainfall totals: Where the most rain fell the last two days
DES MOINES, Iowa — Following two more rounds of showers and storms the last couple days, much of Iowa heads toward the end of this week in wet shape. Here's a look at rain totals around the state from Wednesday to Thursday morning:. Winterset: 3.90 inches. Lorimor: 3.20. St....
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