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Replant a common theme in upper Midwest
Replanting has been a common occurrence in wet areas of the Midwest. Iowa State University Extension agronomist Angie Rieck-Hinz said frequent rains in the northern part of the state are causing problems. “Wet conditions this spring caused planting timing to shift a little bit later than what we’ve seen the...
After a trial by fire, Jamison Patton is ready to make a splash for Iowa State football
Iowa State football sophomore defensive back Jamison Patton will tell you that playing 11 games and starting against Brigham Young as a true freshman was a bit of a surprise. "I was kind of thrown in there," Patton said. "I got there early and I was trying to learn things on the fly." ...
Mya Geffre of Ames and Drew Banks of Colo-NESCO are Ames Tribune Athletes of the Week
Mya Geffre of Ames and Drew Banks of Colo-NESCO are the Ames Tribune female and male Athlete of the Week winners for the week of June 24-30. Geffre homered twice for the Ames softball team during the week. During an 11-1 victory as part of a doubleheader split with Mason City on June 24 at Ames, Geffre homered once and drove in three runs. She also went deep during the 7-1 win over Fort Dodge on June 27.
Softball Game Preview: Clarke Heads Out
The Clarke Indians will head out on the road to square off against the Boone Toreadors at 7:15 p.m. on Monday. Clarke is coming into the matchup on a four-game losing streak. Clarke's hitters might be in the hot seat on Monday considering what happened against Wayne on Monday. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 6-0 to the Falcons, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior.
Katie and Guy Richardson Selected as July Yard of the Month
The Jefferson Garden Club has announced its next Yard of the Month. Katie and Guy Richardson’s home at 608 South Chestnut Street is July’s honoree. In the front part of the lot are large beds of roses, miniature boxwoods, day lilies and hostas that were planted over 15 years ago. There are also corner pillars that have geraniums, and shrubs surround the front porch of the home that was built in 1912.
From Territory To State: Iowa’s Journey To Statehood On July 4th
As big days go, July 4th is one of the big dogs. It's America's birthday. July 4th is not just a big day for America. It's also part of Iowa history. We learned from Iowa PBS that early in its journey, the U.S. Congress set up a roadmap for western lands to become states, remembering how the American colonists weren't exactly fans of British rule (cue the Revolutionary fireworks). One of their star acts was the Northwest Ordinance of 1787. It gave a how-to guide for places like Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin to join the statehood club.
GTSB Reminds Drivers No One is a Good Drunk Driver this July 4th Weekend
(Iowa) – As Iowans commemorate Independence Day, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) has one critical message, “No One’s a Good DRUNK Driver.” In 2022, a person lost their life every 39 minutes in alcohol-related crashes on U.S. roads. From July 3 to July 7, law enforcement statewide will heighten vigilance against drunk driving on our roads.
Lil Wayne Performs “Rollin”, “Watch My Shoes” & More In Des Moines
Back on April 11th, Lil Wayne delivered a live concert at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa. Tunechi performed many of his hit records live at the show, such as “Mr. Carter“, “I’m Goin’ In“, “Uproar“, “Fireman“, “Money On My Mind“, “Drop The World“, “Let The Beat Build“, “John“, “Hustler Musik”, “Love Me“, “Lollipop“, “She Will“, “6 Foot 7 Foot“, “Wasted“, “Rollin’“, “Every Girl“, “Watch My Shoes“, “Pop That“, “HYFR“, and “The Motto“.
Impacted by flooding in Iowa? Here's how you can get help
DES MOINES, Iowa — Recent flooding brought record-high river levels in Iowa, surpassing previous crests by an average of about 3.5 feet. Now, affected Iowans can apply for both state and federal aid. "Businesses are shuttered, Main Streets have been impacted, hospitals, nursing homes and other care facilities were...
Doctor: Fireworks pose very real risk to your eyesight
(Radio Iowa) – An eye doctor who serves northeast Iowa dreads being on call during the Fourth of July, as she says there’s always a case of someone being blinded by fireworks. Dr. Anna Kitzmann, an ophthalmologist with Gundersen Health in Decorah, says fireworks can cause devastating injuries to the hands, face and especially to the eyes.
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.
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