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Abigail Chyma represents STC at Girls State
During a normal soccer practice, Abigail Chyma got a phone call notifying her she was in the running for Girls State. Twenty minutes later, she received another phone call informing her she was to attend the event representing her community. After receiving positive recommendations from the guidance office and a...
Newton baseball rallies past 2A No. 2 Des Moines Christian
Jul. 4—The non-conference baseball game between Newton and Des Moines Christian on Tuesday had just about everything any fan could think of. The two teams played through steady rain in the middle innings, ended the game in extremely foggy conditions and the Cardinals rallied from a five-run hole to down the Class 2A No. 2 Lions, 8-7, at home. Newton also played through a controversial call in ...
Oskaloosa City Band to Celebrate 160 Years with Patriotic July 4th Concert
Oskaloosa, IA — As part of its milestone 160th anniversary, the Oskaloosa City Band is set to perform a grand patriotic concert on July 4th, promising a memorable celebration for the community. Under the direction of Bruce Peiffer, who has led the band since 2006, the event is poised to be a highlight of the city’s Independence Day festivities.
Emily Stiles Earns Certificate from the Iowa School of Banking
Emily Stiles successfully completed the 2024 Iowa School of Banking held June 9-14, 2024, at the Sheraton Hotel in West Des Moines. The one-week, two-year school, offered by the Iowa Bankers Association, provides a challenging, educational experience in addition to peer networking. The interactive curriculum addresses the functions of banking departments and financial management and the business of banking. Practical experience is gained using a computer simulation, lectures, case studies and discussion. The school faculty includes active bankers, consultants and academicians, all recognized experts in their fields.
Hy-Vee now accepting WIC for online orders statewide
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS) has teamed up with Hy-Vee to allow individuals to use eWIC card for online shopping at Hy-Vee stores statewide. The WIC program provides supplemental nutritious foods, health care referrals, breastfeeding support, and nutrition education for low-income...
Pleasant July weekend for Central Iowa
Cool northwest winds on this Friday are bringing a drop in temperature for Central Iowa. Highs will only be in the mid to upper 70s today and winds brisk out of the northwest gusting to 25 mph. Low pressure is spinning over Minnesota and Wisconsin and will wrap in more clouds and a few spotty […]
How Can Iowa’s Agriculture Adapt To Climate Threats?
Climate change is having a profound effect on agriculture. Farmers over the past decade have faced intensifying drought and heat stress on crops, leading many to wonder, what will agriculture look like 50 years from now?. In May, at SciFri Live at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, Ira Flatow...
Local small business hit hard by child labor law fines
NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa — Small businesses across Iowa have seen fines up to $180, 000 from the U.S. Dept. of Labor due to the enforcement of youth labor laws, according to Gov. Kim Reynolds. One small business owner believes his business has been targeted because of the dispute between...
Eastern Iowans share why they love the USA
LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Even though there was a little bit of rain throughout the afternoon, it wasn’t enough to dampen the spirits of festivalgoers in Eastern Iowa. With Independence Day celebrations all across the state, many Iowans are using these festivals as an opportunity to reflect on what makes the holiday special for them.
29 immigrants naturalized at Principal Park this Independence Day
DES MOINES, Iowa — On Independence Day, 29 immigrants from 19 countries had their naturalization ceremony at Principal Park before the Iowa Cubs played. Randy Wehofer, the Vice President and Assistant General Manager of the Iowa Cubs, said that the ceremony reminds fans what the Fourth of July is about. “It’s easy in the summertime […]
Local Iowa high school softball highlights and scores (7-3-24)
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) – Attached are the highlights and scores from our local Iowa high school softball games on July 3rd, 2024: Lawton-Bronson 13, Alta-Aurelia 3 MVAOCOU 13, Cherokee 2 Sioux Central 14, Unity Christian 4 Ridge View 6, Akron-Westfield 3 Sheldon 7, Sibley-Ocheyedan 5 Boyden-Hull/Rock Valley 7, Central Lyon 6 Gehlen Catholic 2, […]
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