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4 charged after 3 nights of vandalism, $36K in damages in Muscatine
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - Four people are being charged with criminal mischief in Muscatine that caused more than $36,000 in damages. According to Muscatine police, a 12-year-old, two 13-year-olds and one 14-year-old are facing criminal mischief charges after at least four locations in Muscatine were vandalized. Police said in the...
See What Archeologists in Iowa Unearthed After 13,600 Years
It's nice to see these coming out of the ground like this. Archaeologists in Iowa have made a significant discovery with the unearthing of a well-preserved mastodon skull, dating back approximately 13,600 years. This find, located in the southern part of the state, is Iowa’s first notable mastodon and includes several bones primarily from the skull. The timing of this mastodon’s life aligns with the era when the first humans were inhabiting the region. I wonder if this mastodon knew the Flintstones.
Iowa Healthiest State Initiative surveying businesses about obesity prevention, care
The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative, in partnership with Iowa State University and the Society of Human Resource Management, is surveying Iowa businesses to assess the business needs, interests, opportunities and challenges related to workplace obesity prevention and treatment. The survey will gather data on current practices, perceived barriers and potential solutions for obesity prevention. Results from the survey will be unveiled during the 2024 Obesity Roundtable held on Sept. 17 from 9-11 a.m. at the State Historical Building. The survey takes about 10 to 15 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous, and all information collected will be reported at the aggregate level. To complete the survey, click here.
Would you bike 120 miles? Iowa now has America’s longest paved trail loop
DALLAS COUNTY, Iowa — The Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation’s Let’s Connect project has finished, connecting the High Trestle and Raccoon River Valley Trails, creating a 120-mile loop of continuous paved bike trails. The project to connect the two trails has been in the works since the 1980s. Now that it’s completed many cyclists are expected […]
Vote for state’s top running back entering 2024 Iowa high school football season
Who is the state’s best running back entering the 2024 Iowa high school football season? The Des Moines Register sought to find out with its definitive best players by position list. Now it's your turn to vote. Make your selection of the state’s best RB recruit and be sure to read all of our preview...
New Cedar Rapids Sports Themed Restaurant is Now Open
A new sports-themed restaurant is now open in Cedar Rapids and it looks like the perfect place to celebrate gameday!. We reported back in June that a new sports restaurant was coming to 3025 Mt. Vernon Road in Cedar Rapids. That was the previous location of Mamacita Taco Bar which announced in May that they would be closing. Well, say hello to Pregame Brew and Chew! The new restaurant officially opened for business this week!
Former nurse pleads guilty to stealing painkiller meant for Hancock County patient
GARNER, Iowa – A former nurse accused of stealing the drugs meant for patients is pleading guilty. Thomas Gene Anderson, 33 of Forest City, was charged in October 2023 with three counts of unlawfully obtaining a prescription drug and one count of tampering with records. Investigators say Anderson was...
WATCH: Guy Swears He Has Video Proof There’s a Dome Over Illinois
This just in. You might be living in a real life Matrix. Don't believe me? A guy swears he has video proof that there's a dome over Illinois. This brand new video share made me chuckle a little bit and I'm not trying to give the guy who shared this a hard time. To say that I don't understand everything I see in the skies above Illinois and Missouri is an understatement. His video entitled "Dome spotted in Illinois!!" is interesting.
Toss It Now! Huge Recall In Iowa, Illinois & Wisconsin For Cucumbers
People in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin make not be feeling the best after eating cucumbers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are letting Iowans, Illinoisans, and Wisconsinites know to avoid whole cucumbers. Whole cucumbers that have been grown in Florida are being recalled due to a Salmonella outbreak...
Proposal: Nursing home would have 10 years to pay $1 million owed to the state
(Fremont Co) An Iowa nursing home that owes taxpayers more than $1 million has negotiated a 10-year payment plan with state officials. In May, the for-profit Tabor Manor Care Center in Fremont County filed for bankruptcy, listing $1.3 million in assets and $2.3 million in liabilities. By far, the 46-bed...
Time is Running Out on the Unclaimed $500,000 Iowa Lottery Ticket
The winner of a massive lottery prize has less than a month to claim it before a six-figure piece of paper effectively becomes worthless. Back in March, a Powerball ticket was purchased at a Kwik Star, located at 1502 South Federal Avenue, in Mason City, IA. That ticket proved to be a lucky one, as it's now worth $500,000. The prize will expire if unclaimed by the September 12th deadline.
Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois Hikers HAVE TO Avoid Red Or Purple Paint In The Woods
While many who don't live in Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin still don't realize how beautiful it is. We are now a couple years into a new acceptance for paint as markers in the state of Illinois. Many of us love to go for hikes in the Fall. While you are enjoying that natural Illinois beauty you might see trees painted with red or purple paint. Do you know what that means? Many don't realize how important the markings are now, and how important it is to keep an eye out for them.
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