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Database reveals state of Iowa's highest-paid employees
This article has been edited to correct the fiscal year the salaries database covers. If you're familiar with previous lists of the highest-paid state employees in Iowa, the names at the top of the latest list should come as no surprise — but can you guess how much they were paid in the previous...
Glendale Cemetery closed while crews begin clearing trees, storm debris
DES MOINES, Iowa — When an EF-1 tornado came through the Des Moines metro area it hit lots of homes, and also packed a punch at Glendale Cemetery. Many trees were snapped off and blown over onto gravestones. Most stones did not seem to have damage, but there are many trees and branches that need […]
Des Moines neighbors busy cleaning up trees and other damage from confirmed EF-1 tornado
DES MOINES, Iowa — Hundreds of Des Moines neighbors were busy Tuesday cleaning up the damage caused by Monday night's tornado. The confirmed EF-1 tornado damaged many trees and power lines in its path. One neighbor, Molly Atkins, said she took some major damage from the storm. "We have...
Local players having a big impact with the Humboldt Crabs
By Ray Hamill — Former Eureka Logger Myles Standish is the latest local player to join the Humboldt Crabs for the 2024 season after making his summer debut with the team over the weekend. Standish, a 2023 Eureka graduate, plays collegiately at the University of Hawaii and is the...
‘It just wasn’t our night’: Hawks close out season with 8-1 loss at Sioux City East
Sioux City’s East Jax Theeler homered on the first pitch in the bottom of the first inning and the Black Raiders went on to beat visiting Ankeny, 8-1, in a Class 4A substate baseball semifinal on Monday. Sioux City East (26-13) advanced to Wednesday’s substate final at second-ranked Dallas...
Council Votes to Make Aquatic Center a Priority
Spencer, IA (KICD) — The Spencer City Council – meeting in workshop session Monday night – directed the city’s park department to get the Aquatic Center open as soon as possible – assuming there are no serious problems created when the facility was flooded. Councilman...
Carroll Community School District Board Of Education To Hold Special Meeting Adopting New Resolution For Bond Agreement Amount
The Carroll Community School District Board of Education released the agenda for the special meeting to update the resolution for the new proposed transportation facility. After the public hearing during Monday night’s meeting, the board members rejected the proposed resolution to enter into a bond agreement not to exceed $16 million and plan to lower that amount by issuing a new bond agreement. During the special meeting, board members will determine the maximum amount to bond to construct the new structure. Upon deciding that, the board will also schedule a public hearing to allow for input on the new resolution. The only other item on the agenda is considering an engagement letter with Dorsey Whitney LLP, which will serve as the project attorney. This meeting will be held in the Adams Elementary School Board Room starting at 8:15 a.m. The meeting is open to the public and can be attended in person or via Zoom. The Zoom link has been included below.
Mayor Administers Oath of Office
Sioux Center Mayor Dale Vander Berg administered the oath of office to Lance Hulstein and David Walker, two new police officers hired to serve in the Sioux Center Police Department. Both will complete their training at the police academy later this year. The Sioux Center City Council will start moving...
Missing boater’s body found in Rathbun Lake
APPANOOSE COUNTY, Iowa — The body of a boater who went missing over the weekend was recovered from Rathbun Lake Tuesday night. At around 10:55 a.m. on Monday the Iowa Department of Natural Resources received a report of an abandoned boat along the north shore of the lake, just west of the Honey Creek State […]
Urbandale neighborhood cleaning up damage from EF-1 tornado
URBANDALE, Iowa — A couple blocks in Urbandale have been without power since an EF-1 tornado ripped through in just a couple minutes on Monday evening. “It happened super fast, my husband just got home a couple of minutes before it happened,” said Sarah Brooks of Urbandale. Brooks’ home had a tree fall on the […]
Splash pad approved for $20K change orders for extra utility work
Jul. 16—Several issues and possible conflicts were found by the hired contractor of the downtown Newton splash pad, and they required two change orders totaling more than $20,000 for the additional work. While the matter was passed by council in a majority vote, it wasn't without opposition. Council member Randy Ervin said his sentiments of the project are well known by this point. Although he ...
Oskaloosa City Council Split Over City Manager Amal Eltahir’s Contract Extension
OSKALOOSA, Iowa – In a closely contested vote, the Oskaloosa City Council has decided to extend the contract of City Manager Amal Eltahir. The decision was finalized during the council meeting held on July 15, with a 4-3 vote in favor of the extension. The vote saw council members...
IndyCar pit crews have 5.2 seconds to make or break a race
NEWTON, Iowa- In order for drivers to get from the starting line to the victory circle at the Iowa Speedway, they first have to get through pit lane. About 15 people make up a pit crew, but only seven of them go over the wall during a pit stop. These seven lift the car, change all four tires, and refuel before the driver is given the signal to continue the race.
1 returning, 2 new stands will face off for the best new food at the Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — The three finalists for the new Iowa State Fair foods were determined Tuesday at the Best New Food Contest. The 2024 finalists are: This is the second year that Whatcha Smokin? BBQ will have a stand at the Iowa State Fair, and they were also a finalist last year. Paul Babberl […]
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