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Reynolds taps nominees from QCA for state boards
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds made several recommendations for state boards and commissions. Most appointments are subject to confirmation by the state Senate. Recommendations from the QCA include: Civil Rights CommissionMarcelena Ordaz, Scott Board of Behavioral Health ProfessionalsJillyn Kaufman, Scott Board of Sign Language Interpreters and TransliteratorsTina Jarvis, Clinton Real Estate Appraiser Examining BoardCody Seeley, ClintonJordan […]
This holiday weekend in Iowa: Salsa dancing, lowriders bouncing and 319’s finest gathering for a hip hop showcase
It’s an early Wednesday Weekender thanks to the awkward midweek landing of Fourth of July this year. Speaking of which — chances are, if you’re like us, the current onslaught of local and national news events makes celebrating our country’s independence feel more than a little fraught right now. Consider this list of events around Central and Eastern Iowa as opportunities to celebrate what’s good about our communities, whether it’s checking out an all-ages drag show at Cedar Rapids Pride Festival, taking in the piñatas and lowriders at ¡Viva! La Cultura Latina in Des Moines or appreciating some quality hip hop at the Finest in the City Showcase in Cedar Rapids. There are tons of things to get your mind off the whole “this is fine” feeling accompanying the loud booms.
New law allows county attorneys to be armed anywhere in Iowa
DES MOINES, Iowa — A new law that went into effect in Iowa allows county attorneys to get a permit to carry a weapon anywhere in the state. According to the Iowa Supreme Court, that can include courthouses and courtrooms. The law was signed by Gov. Kim Reynolds earlier...
After accusation by ‘disgruntled’ baby sitter, fired nurse wins jobless benefits
An Iowa judge has awarded jobless benefits to a nurse who was fired after a “disgruntled” baby sitter accused her of stealing patient medications. State records indicate that earlier this year, Tanya L. Jordan was worked at an Iowa nursing home run by the chain Care Initiatives. Jordan was a full-time charge nurse responsible for […] The post After accusation by ‘disgruntled’ baby sitter, fired nurse wins jobless benefits appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Iowa State Fair bird flu precautions
Des Moines, IA- Iowa State Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons says there will be a dairy cattle show at this year’s fair, but other activities involving dairy cattle may be changed or canceled to protect animals from the spread of bird flu. “Our job is to showcase all of Iowa...
Kennedy, Ott hit back-to-back blasts in Centennial’s 6-2 victory at Fort Dodge
Jordyn Kennedy and Mady Ott hit back-to-back home runs in the first inning and the sixth-ranked Ankeny Centennial softball team went on to post a 6-2 victory at Fort Dodge in a non-conference game on Wednesday. The Jaguars snapped a three-game losing skid while improving their record to 25-8. Fort...
A 14-year-old cowboy from West Virginia wins a world championship
Des Moines, Iowa – Koalton Heckler, a 14-year-old from Mill Creek, West Virginia, achieved the prestigious title of “World Reserve Champion” in chute dogging at the National Junior High Finals Rodeo (NJHFR) held in Des Moines, Iowa. Chute dogging is an event designed to prepare youth and...
Duane Betts Breaks Hearts With Mike Campbell & Shares “Blue Sky” With Little Feat In Iowa [Photos/Videos]
While Little Feat‘s name may be on the marquee for the Can’t Be Satisfied Tour, Duane Betts was the man of the hour on Tuesday in Des Moines, IA. During his opening set at the Hoyt Sherman Place, the son of Allman Brothers Band co-founder Dickey Betts welcomed Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell, then later sat in with Little Feat on an Allman Brothers classic.
Celebrate Latino art and culture at Mainframe
Artist Ashley Guzman painted a portrait of her parents chatting after a long day of work at their family restaurant. See this painting and others Friday at Mainframe Studios. (Photo: Ashley Guzman) It’s the first Friday of a new month so Mainframe Studios is opening its doors to the public...
La Crosse resident wanted in Iowa for decade-old charges; claims she’s never been to Iowa
A 36-year-old La Crosse woman is facing criminal charges in Iowa that date back more than a decade, even though she denies having ever been in the state. Jennifer Gudgeon appeared before a La Crosse County judge this week, on a charge of being a fugitive. An arrest warrant for...
ISU: Cattle producers should be mindful of foot rot following wet conditions
Beyond the obvious and immediate challenges of excessive rainfall, wet weather may predispose livestock to a painful infection called foot rot. Foot rot is a bacterial infection of the foot characterized by swelling and pain, often in the interdigital space, and associated lameness. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach beef...
Iowa State football lands commitment from 3-star safety Joshua Patterson
Iowa State football added 3-star safety Josh Patterson to its 2025 recruiting class on Thursday. The 5-foot-11, 165-pound rising senior out of Ed White High School (Jacksonville, Fla.) is the No. 104 player in Florida, No. 67 safety in the country and a top-800 player nationwide, according to 247Sports Composite.
Iowa State Basketball Lands Elite 2025 Prospect Jamarion Batemon
Four-star guard Jamarion Batemon became Iowa State’s third commitment from the Class of 2025, joining three-star prospects Xzavion Mitchell and Macari Moore. Batemon chose the Cyclones over Clemson, Marquette, and West Virginia, as On3 ranks the 6-foot-3 shooting guard as the No. 51 overall prospect in the 2025 cycle.
Iowa Veterans Home is more than just a standard nursing home
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa- Marshalltown is home to the only veterans home in Iowa and it’s also the fifth largest in the country. But, other than its size, the 150-acre facility is known for the personal relationships that are built and the community involvement. At the Iowa Veterans Home, it’s not uncommon to hear live music, see […]
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