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Iowa Cancer Consortium creates resource to help Iowans find clinical trials
CORALVILLE, Iowa — The Iowa Cancer Consortium has created an online resource to make it easier for Iowans to find information about clinical trials in the state. A new page on the Consortium's website includes a comprehensive list of where to find cancer clinical trials in the state and where to learn more about trials.
More Details Available in Northeast Iowa Cold Case Murder of 15-Year-Old
The man accused of murdering a teenager, last seen in northeast Iowa in 2017, may have had a “relationship” with the girl prior to her disappearance. A criminal complaint filed Tuesday (08.13) comes a day after the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) said 65-year-old James Bachmurski has been charged with second-degree murder for the death of 15-year-old Jade Colvin. Investigators determined she was brought to Bachmurski’s home in the 2000 block of Skyline View Drive in Decorah in March 2017.
Three-man quarterback competition headlines busy offseason for UNI’s offense
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) - Mark Farley brought some electricity to his offense this offseason, with a new air raid system, and new coaches on the offense. Though one thing is unknown - who’s playing quarterback?. “It’s coach talk, but it’s true talk. Competition makes everybody better,” said Farley....
Aplington Post Office adjusting services due to construction
The Aplington Post Office will have altered operations from 10:00 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday due to cement construction work. The front door will be closed during this time. Mail can be picked up at the back door with a photo ID. Stamps and other postal products can be purchased only via cash or check. Money Orders can be purchased with cash only. Packages that require postage will not be able to be mailed during this time frame.
Former Employees of Cedar Rapids Restaurants Still Without Pay
The sudden closure of Chophouse Downtown in Cedar Rapids surprised many who enjoyed frequenting the restaurant in downtown Cedar Rapids. Another restaurant run by the same owners, Mezcal Tequilla Cocina, has also closed. Unfortunately, some former employees at the restaurants are still waiting for paychecks owed to them. CBS2 reports...
Parkersburg Council discusses street repairs, water tower project
The Parkersburg City Council held a regular meeting on Monday, August 5. They approved a bid for asphalt patching on Northside Road, and accepted a bid not to exceed $27,000 for storm sewer intake repairs at the intersection of Wemple Street and Miners Street. City Engineer Lee Gallentine provided a...
Iowa footballs’ top linebacker duo on Butkus Award Watch List
The best linebacker duo in all of America and college football may be residing in Iowa City with the Iowa Hawkeyes. Already named to the Chuck Bednarik Award watch list and the Nagurski Trophy watch list, big things are in store for Iowa linebackers Jay Higgins and Nick Jackson in 2024. The two also find themselves named to the preseason Butkus Award watch list. 🏆 Butkus Award Watch List@_jhigg@nickjhoops#Hawkeyes pic.twitter.com/IRQV2a1NEk — Hawkeye Football (@HawkeyeFootball) August 13, 2024 The Butkus Award, named after one of the greatest linebackers of all-time Dick Butkus, is given out to the best linebacker in college football. Instituted in 1985, The Butkus...
Children’s show auditions slated Aug. 23
Auditions for the New Minowa Players annual children’s show, “How The Camel Got Its Hump”, will be held Friday, Aug. 23, beginning at 6 p.m. at New Minowa Players Theatre, 906 South Mill Street, Decorah. Directors said the auditions will last approximately one hour. No actor preparation...
The Pork Tornadoes to play free concert at 2024 UNI Homecoming bash
CEDAR Falls, Iowa - The University of Northern Iowa is excited to welcome The Pork Tornadoes for its 2024 Homecoming bash. The free Oct. 25 event will feature the band’s unique spin on favorite songs from artists like Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, One Direction, The Killers, Third Eye Blind and Coolio, covering classics from the 80s to current Top 40 anthems. The Friday night homecoming concert starts at 7 p.m. on Lawther Field on central campus.
Biz Buzz: Mexican restaurant opens in Dubuque; retro diner makes Guttenberg debut; Lancaster flower farm blooms in new location
Do you have an interesting story idea or news tip to share about a local business? Ideas can be shared with business reporter Grace Nieland at grace.nieland@thmedia.com or 563-588-5647. Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from across the tri-states. This edition highlights developments in Dubuque; Guttenberg, Iowa; and Lancaster, Wis. For...
Monona Scouts apply to pilot program to merge boys, girls units
On Aug. 5, Jim Langhus provided the city council with an update on Scouting in Monona and led a tour of the Scout House on West Iowa Street. Langhus (right) is pictured with council members Tim Wright and John Elledge and city administrator Barb Collins. (Photos by Audrey Posten)
ESPN identifies Iowa football’s biggest early-season game
The preseason Associated Press Top 25 poll dropped on Monday afternoon. The Iowa Hawkeyes check in as the nation’s No. 25 team, just sneaking into the rankings. Iowa received 140 points and joined fellow Big Ten squads Ohio State, Oregon, Penn State, Michigan and USC as league members inside the preseason top 25. After the preseason top 25 was unveiled, ESPN picks the biggest early-season game for every AP top 25 team. For the Hawkeyes, ESPN’s Jake Trotter said Iowa’s Oct. 5 date at Ohio State was the Hawkeyes’ biggest early-season game. With no Penn State, Oregon, Michigan or USC on the schedule, the...
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