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See What Archeologists in Iowa Unearthed After 13,600 Years
It's nice to see these coming out of the ground like this. Archaeologists in Iowa have made a significant discovery with the unearthing of a well-preserved mastodon skull, dating back approximately 13,600 years. This find, located in the southern part of the state, is Iowa’s first notable mastodon and includes several bones primarily from the skull. The timing of this mastodon’s life aligns with the era when the first humans were inhabiting the region. I wonder if this mastodon knew the Flintstones.
Pam Jeneary – Citizen of the Day
Pam Jeneary of Le Mars is the KLEM Citizen of the Day for Friday, August 23, 2024. Pam is the coordinator of the Iowa SIDS Foundation’s “Walk for the Future” in Le Mars. She may pick up a pizza from Pizza Hut in Le Mars, a long stem rose from the Le Mars Hy Vee Floral Department, and a car wash from 12th Street Touchless or Highway 75 Touchless Auto Wash and Pet Wash.
City Approves Agreement for Home Sewer Inspections
–The Algona City Council approved an agreement with an engineering firm this week to conduct sewer lateral inspections in various areas around town. The inspections are being conducted to make sure sump pumps or footing tiles are not hooked into the city’s sanitary sewer system. City officials say it was a common practice many years ago, but it goes against city code today as those hookups can overwhelm the sanitary sewers during heavy rainfall events. Kevin Graves with WHKS addressed the council during a work-session prior to their regular meeting Monday, and he discussed how the inspections will work.
Iowa unveils new childcare search website
DES MOINES, Iowa — Governor Kim Reynolds unveiled a new website Thursday that’s designed to help Iowa parents navigate the state’s childcare crisis. It’s a first-of-its-kind site that aggregates near real-time data from providers and the state so parents can search for child care based on their needs and location, see quality rankings and complaints, […]
For some Iowa orchestras, video game scores may be the key to attracting younger audiences
With a flurry of fingers and bows, 70 musicians spring into a swirling and epic score. As the rippling harp, piercing flute and chanted Latin lyrics from a 50-member chorus ebb, a solo soprano’s voice carries forward, soaring above the audience that has settled quietly in the Urbandale High School auditorium on a late June Sunday afternoon.
Homeless schoolchildren across Iowa benefit from American Rescue Plan Act funds
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa school children experiencing homelessness are getting some help in the form of $424,000 in federal funding. But now the shocker: it’s headed to 25 different school districts. “I bet it would baffle you,” says Jen Durham, who battled homelessness with her young children after fleeing domestic abuse a decade ago. […]
A New Greenhouse was Completed Over the Summer
Sioux Rapids, IA (Northwest Iowa Now) — Vocational Ag students at the Sioux Central High School will enjoy a new greenhouse that was completed over the summer. Superintendent Kevin Wood says they’re also preparing for a new performing arts wing NEXT year. Wood is also superintendent for Laurens...
Highway 75 & 9th St. Intersection to Close Soon
The latest Highway 75 construction update shows underground & utility crews continue to work toward the intersection of 9th St. S and Highway 75 with the goal of keeping the intersection open as long as possible and keeping its closure as short as possible. While it is not ideal for...
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