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Twenty-five years of Iowa winters
On Aug. 15, Dave Havard of Centerville retired only two months short of working 25 years for the Iowa Department of Transportation. That equals spending thousands of hours plowing snow, tons and tons of snow, for 25 long Iowa winters, along with his many other duties during the rest of each year.
Disability rights activist pushes government to let him participate in society
Garret Frey refuses to be sidelined. Frey has been paralyzed from the neck down for more than 37 of his 42 years. He has spent decades rejecting the government’s excuses when he and others with disabilities are denied the support they need to live in their own homes and to participate in society.
Pella Girls Cross Country with Clear Path to Threepeat
It’s no longer a matter of shying away from expectations — it’s the work now to meet them, and while a talented senior class has graduated, the No. 1 ranked Pella girls cross country team is a head-and-shoulders favorite to clear the rest of the Class 3A field in 2024.
Construction of New Leighton State Bank Facility to Begin in Knoxville
Construction of a new Leighton State Bank facility will begin shortly in Knoxville. The bank announced that confirmation was received that a building permit will be issued for a full-service banking facility at 209 South Lincoln. This news follows the conditional approval of the site plan during Monday’s Knoxville City Council meeting. The new 3,750-square-foot building will replace the current branch on the Knoxville square and will feature drive-up lanes, an outdoor 24-hour ATM, and safe deposit boxes.
Another Section of Main Street to be Closed in Knoxville Next Week
Another section of Main Street will be closed in Knoxville next week. This closure will be on Main Street from Attica Rd. to 7th St. for a private sewer repair. The closure is expected to last until Friday, August 30th. Other road construction continues to be ongoing throughout the city as part of the Street Improvement Project. Knoxville City Manager Heather Ussery encourages the community to remain patient with all of the construction going on, and to still support local businesses that are being affected.
Indianola Chamber Summer Nights Live Tonight on Downtown Square
Tonight is the second Indianola Chamber of Commerce Summer Nights Live event on the downtown Indianola square. The Chuggaluggers Band will open for Trainwreck, and Chamber President and CEO Amanda Zwanziger tells KNIA News the opening act plays at the special VIP Back Alley events for sponsors and attendees who purchased a ticket, while the Summer Nights Live event includes food and drink specials from restaurants and food trucks, local deals from downtown businesses, and more. Find more information below.
Warren County Economic Development Hosts Video on Understanding Property Tax
The City of Indianola, City of Norwalk, Warren County, and Warren County Economic Development partnered for a discussion on understanding property taxes last week. The video features information regarding the property tax statement sent out to property owners, where tax dollars are being used, and for what purpose. Warren County Economic Development also provided an informational sheet residents can view.
Indianola Public Arts Commission Porchfest in September
The Indianola Public Arts Commission is presenting Indianola Porchfest later this fall, a free community event connecting residents to local musicians who will be performing on their front porches. Four locations will host a 45-minute music concert on their porch while the audience gathers in the yard. Every hour from...
Pella Community Foundation Grants Open Through October
Applications are open for non-profit organizations for grants through the Pella Community Foundation. President Jim Brandl says in 2023, the foundation moved up the deadline and there was a slight drop in enrollees, and this year, he wants more creators of potential projects to seek support. Brandl says any official non-profit organization in the Pella area can apply for support for a wide range of needs through a larger Impact grant or their board-directed options. Find out how to apply here. The deadline is October 15th, with grants distributed in November.
Knoxville Raceway Lowers The Curtain On The Sprint Car Season Tonight
The 2024 sprint car season at the Knoxville Raceway comes to an end tonight with Season Championship Night as three track champions will be crowned. Two of the three may go down to the final laps of the A-Main as Austin McCarl holds a 95 point lead over Aaron Reutzel as those are the only two drivers that are still mathematically alive for the title. In the Pro Sprints, up to six drivers are still mathematically alive with Mike Mayberry holding a 76 point lead over J Kinder. Kinder started slowly the first two week’s but has been on fire since winning four of five nights earlier in the season. The only class that does not have much drama tonight is the 360s where Jamie Ball only needs to take his Time trial laps and he will clinch his first career track championship. Ball holds a 308 point lead over Clint Garner heading into tonight’s action. Live coverage is on KNIA starting with Live Track Side at 5:00 and Race Nights Live at 7:00.
ICYF Trunk or Treat Announced for October
The fourth annual Indianola Community Youth Foundation Trunk or Treat has been announced for later this fall, offering a chance for kids and families to visit with Indianola businesses and organizations safely. Executive Director Taylor Litchkey tells KNIA News those attending are asked to bring canned food or personal hygiene items to donate to the Helping Hand of Warren County. The Trunk or Treat will take place October 19th at the Indianola Stadium Parking Lot from 6-8pm. ICYF is currently accepting entries for the event, find registration information below.
Boating Safety Emphasized During Busy Labor Day
Those hitting the waters of Lake Red Rock for the final time this summer during the Labor Day weekend are reminded to continue practicing safe boating habits. Park Ranger Tracy Spry says Labor Day is one of the busiest times of the year on the lake, and reminds all who plan to enjoy the water to wear a life jacket.
Knoxville Hospital and Clinics and LifeServe Blood Center to Hold a Blood Drive on Thursday
Knoxville Hospital and Clinics and LifeServe Blood Center will hold a blood drive on Thursday. This drive will be held at the hospital from 1:00-5:00 pm at the learning center. LifeServe Blood Center is the sole supplier of all blood and blood products to patients who entrust their care to Knoxville Hospital and Clinics.
Tonight is Meet the Panthers Night
The 2024 Knoxville Meet the Panthers night will be held tonight. This event is so the community of Knoxville can get a preview of the high school’s fall athletic teams. The evening will consist of a cross country intrasquad race from 5:15 pm – 5:30 pm, a volleyball intrasquad scrimmage from 5:45 pm – 6:15 pm, and a football intrasquad scrimmage at 6:45 pm at Randy Wilson Track. At the football scrimmage, there will be a marching band performance, a dance team performance, and introduction of all fall teams. Knoxville Activities Director Ryan Paulsen says this event will be a good dress rehearsal to get ready for Knoxville Football’s home opener next Friday as they will be playing at Randy Wilson Track for the first time.
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