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Bettendorf hosts 4th of July celebrations
Bettendorf is getting ready for its Fourth of July festival. Crews set up the area on Wednesday. The event starts on Thursday, 4th of July, at noon along Spruce Hills drive in front of Cumberland Square. There will be food, vendors, and live music for adults as well as bounce...
Willie Ray’s heading to Spencer to provide free food for flood victims
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - For Willie Fairley, owner of Cedar Rapids restaurant Willie Ray’s q Shack, service is at the heart of what he does. From serving food to families affected by the derecho, to driving all the way down to Texas to help after an ice storm, he’s always searching for the next opportunity to give back.
Ellis Fireworks show back two years in a row after hiatus from the pandemic
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The fireworks show at Ellis Park & Harbor is an annual tradition for more than 40 years. This event was highly anticipated, with cars filling up Ellis Park from the parking lot to the grass. This is the second year back after a three-year hiatus...
Skyler Stookey joins Softball staff as top assistant
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Coe softball head coach Jake Koolbeck announced changes to his coaching staff on Wednesday, adding a new assistant coach as former coaches Ashlee Rush, Madi Miller and Natalie Blank are set to step away from the program. 2024 Kohawk Softball graduate Skyler Stookey will step in as the program's top assistant after making a major impact on the field. A four-year starter at catcher, Stookey was a two-time first team all-conference player and earned all-region honors in 2021.
Cal Softball Program Elevates Brandon Telesco as Associate Head Coach – Offensive Improvements Highlight Coaching Achievements
Brandon Telesco has been promoted to associate head coach of the Cal softball program, following a successful first season leading the team's offense and recruiting efforts. Cal Softball led the Pac-12 in home runs with 79, ranking 12th in the NCAA. Under Telesco, players like Elon Butler and Lagi Quiroga...
Durant car show returns July 21 expects more than 100 vehicles
Durant resident Miles Budelier may be a car show enthusiast, but he doesn’t attend more than one car show annually. That’s the Durant Car Show he’s put together since 2017, where he gets to show off his classic 1969 Dodge Charger, a vehicle he’s had since high school, on Sunday, July 21 at the Durant High School parking lot at 406 7th St.
Catholic Diocese funds $15,000 for St. Joseph's Family Faith Club
Father Guillermo Trevino quotes an adage in Spanish to convey the importance of parents’ roles as faith formation leaders in their families: “Las padres son los primeros y mejores maestros.” In English: “The parents are the first and best teachers!”. Catholic Extension Society, affirming that message,...
Washington Woman Arrested on Felony Drug Warrants
On June 29th at approximately 10:49 pm the Washington County Sheriff’s Office received a report from the Cedar Rapids Police Department that they had a subject in custody that was wanted in Washington County. They arrested 49-year-old Wendee Chalupa of Washington on three counts of controlled substance violation, a Class C Felony, three counts of possession of a controlled substance, a Class D Felony, and failure to affix drug stamp, a Class D Felony. Bond was set at $40,000 and extradition arrangements were made with the Washington County Jail. Chalupa later bonded out. KCII will bring you more information as it becomes official.
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...
Zach Johnson fires opening round -6 at John Deere Classic
SILVIS, IL — On the first day of play at the John Deere Classic, Cedar Rapids native Zach Johnson impressed his large group of followers with a 65-shot 6-under-par finish after round one. This opening round performance is a 7-stroke improvement from last year, when Johnson shot +1 on...
Bailey Lux Visited Her Two Favorite Basketball Stars For Her Make-A-Wish
Bailey Lux, the 14-year-old warrior from Carroll was reunited with her two favorite basketball stars during the Indiana Fever and Las Vegas Aces game last (Tuesday) night. Lux, who has been battling MPNST Sarcoma for the past two years, discovered in May after starting a low dose oral chemo, that the treatment was not effective and the cancer spread very quickly since the last scans. Bailey’s father, Kraig Lux, often referred to as Kj, says she is now entering a new chapter of the fight, chemo free.
National Fried Chicken Day – Where to Find the Best in Eastern Iowa
In honor of National Fried Chicken Day on July 6th, we're taking a look at some of the best chicken in Eastern Iowa!. Personally, my favorite place for chicken is Bluff Lake Catfish Farm in Maquoketa. The best day to visit the restaurant is on Sunday, which is when they offer all-you-can-eat chicken and shrimp!
Storm chances for this weekend in Iowa
There will still be enough cold air aloft late Friday afternoon into the early evening to kick off a few isolated storms. Don’t cancel outdoor plans for these… if you get rain it won’t last long. A dry period follows Friday night into early Saturday afternoon, then a trough of low pressure moves across Iowa […]
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.
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.
What to Watch in the Your Prep Sports Area as Postseason Softball Begins
The fourth of July is almost here which means that the fireworks that come with the softball postseason in Iowa are right around the corner. Postseason play begins in Classes 1A and 2A on Monday with opening-round games in the largest three classes following on Wednesday. The goal for every...
Drivers warned of automatic fines up to $1,000 with new cameras in effect from July 1 – state can even take tax refund
SPEEDERS have been warned about new cameras equipped to issue automatic fines in key areas – it could cost some $1,000. If drivers don’t officially respond within 30 days, the city can come after benefit payments and tax returns. Six Iowa cities – Davenport, Cedar Rapids, LeClaire, Muscatine, and Des Moines – recently passed a […]
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