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Motorcycle And Truck Collide Causing Injury
On 07/13/2024, a motorcycle collided with a truck on the Hwy 151 exit 8 overpass in the Village of Dickeyville, as reported to the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. Gary Helbing, 62, was riding his orange 2009 Harley Davidson motorcycle southbound on Highway 61 when Earl Ludwig, 72, in a red 2013 Ford F150, pulled out into Helbing’s path from the off ramp, resulting in a collision. Despite Helbing’s efforts to avoid the crash, he hit the driver’s side of Ludwig’s truck and suffered severe injuries, needing assistance from witnesses at the scene before being taken to the hospital.
Lawsuit claims lies and potential bribery tied to Marengo plant
A lawsuit alleges that a company operating an alternative fuels plant in Marengo lied to, and may have bribed, public officials before a massive explosion injured workers there in 2022. Tali Washburn, a Pottawattamie County woman who worked for the company C6-Zero as its government relations director, is now suing C6-Zero, six of its affiliates […] The post Lawsuit claims lies and potential bribery tied to Marengo plant appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Cedar Rapids tree debris collection
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Cedar Rapids will be picking up tree debris left in the wake of Monday night's storms. Stack in the City right-of-way between the street and sidewalk, or within the first 10 feet of the street if there is no sidewalk. Report the collection location: call...
Three people, numerous minors charged after drug busts in Fayette County
FAYETTE COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Three people and numerous minors are facing drug-related charges in Fayette County after the sheriff’s office said it searched two homes on Friday night. The searches happened at around 10 p.m. at a home in the 200 block of 3rd Street South in Maynard...
Deep discounts and fun for Iowa City's Sidewalk Sales
The word on the street is sales. The Iowa City Downtown District's annual Sidewalk Sales is back for the 56th consecutive year from Thursday, July 18 to Sunday, July 21. Local retailers both downtown and in the Northside neighborhood flock to the sidewalks with tables and tents, selling merchandise at a steep discount.
Johnson County leaders buy property to be used for affordable housing
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - 15 apartments will soon be available for affordable housing in Iowa City, after a $1.7 million purchase by the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. The property is at 1102 Hollywood Boulevard and includes two-bedroom, one-bathroom, partially furnished, two-story townhomes. The units are newly renovated according to a news release, but still need energy-efficient upgrades before people can move in.
US Department of Labor recovers $33K in back wages, damages for Davenport tire shop employees
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division investigated a Davenport RNR Tire Express franchise location. The department found the operator failed to include non-discretionary bonuses in the regular rate of pay when calculating overtime pay, a Fair Labor Standards Act violation. The U.S....
St. Ambrose named 1 of America’s best colleges for 2024
St. Ambrose is being recognized for quality, affordable education by a national publication. St. Ambrose University is being honored nationally for high-quality education and affordability. Money.com recently published its annual list of America’s best four-year universities and colleges and St. Ambrose was named “One of America’s Best Colleges” for 2024. The magazine’s annual ranking measures […]
Young girl spreads smiles with handmade bracelets for children battling cancer
DEWITT, Iowa (KWQC) - A young girl from DeWitt is on a mission to spread smiles and hope to children battling cancer. Eight-year-old Marley Morris has a passion for making bracelets. But these aren’t just any bracelets. Each one is crafted with love and a mission to bring smiles to children fighting cancer at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.
Morgan Selected by Phillies in 9th Round of MLB Draft
IOWA CITY, Iowa – University of Iowa junior Marcus Morgan was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday in the 9th Round of the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft. Morgan was the 282nd pick overall. Morgan is the 33rd player drafted under head coach Rick Heller. The Iowa City,...
Davenport nursing home faces more huge fines
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A Davenport nursing home ranked among the nation’s worst is facing a new round of fines. Regulators penalized Ivy at Davenport at least $40,000 after a recent inspection revealed 17 new violations: a mice infestation, residents with bedsores and untrained staff, among many others. Ivy...
Community Action to buy Smith building for $1 Winneshiek County
Winneshiek County plans to sell Decorah’s historic Smith building to Northeast Iowa Community Action. During Monday morning’s Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors meeting, NEICAC Director Trisha Wilkins reported that the NEICAC Board of Directors recently approved the purchase of the Smith building – located at 305 Montgomery St. – from the county for $1. The formal deeding of the property will require a public hearing at a later date. The board generally agreed to on a tentative transfer date of Sept. 3, and will continue discussions with NEICAC regarding the expected sale.
Sheffield to move forward with removing dozens of trees
Last week the Sheffield City Council approved to take sealed bids on the public works 2006 Ford F=250 pickup truck with a tommy lift gate. The starting bid will be 6-thousand dollars, with the bids due at city hall by 4:30pm on August 9th. In other business, the Sheffield City...
Kinna’s House of Love seeking donations for new establishment for women
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A Quad-City organization helping women in domestic abuse situations is marking a new chapter with the acquisition of a new home for single women without children. President and CEO Leukinna Hodges is on a mission to give back but needs the community’s help. Seeking items such...
Viral Facebook Video Shows Woman with a Macaw in Platteville Store
Way back in January, I wrote about the time a zebra was spotted at a popular bar in Dubuque. If you're not familiar with the backstory, here's a quick little distillation... It all went down in May 2012. Jerald Reiter, 55 of Cascade, IA, stopped at the homey Dubuque staple The Dog House Lounge on a Sunday evening. Reiter had a zebra and a macaw in his vehicle, which immediately attracted the attention of bar patrons. People were taking pictures, and someone phoned the police. When the police showed up, they realized those animals were actually Reiter's legally registered pets!
A Trio of Bands Brought Hard Rock Energy Dubuque’s Back Waters Stage
Q Casino + Resort's Back Waters Stage was booming with energy thanks to a trifecta of talent that performed at the ever-popular venue on Friday, July 12th. Three popular rock bands took the stage to treat a crowd of thousands to some of their favorite hits over the course of over three hours.
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