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OPD: Bomgaars Manager Arrested for False Returns
A former manager of Bomgaars in Ottumwa was arrested after admitting to making false returns. 38-year-old Roseanne Whited of Clio was charged with 2nd degree theft. On August 14, court records say officials read Whited her rights and interviewed her concerning a theft while managing Bomgaars on 1331 Vaughn Drive. Authorities say Whited began her position as a manager around April 2024. Whited admitted to officials that she made several false returns and kept the money for herself. Court records say Whited stole an estimated $2,000 and the amount could be higher according to loss prevention.
Adventureland ready to celebrate its 50th anniversary with drone show
ALTOONA, Iowa — Adventureland is celebrating turning 50 this summer and it is doing so in a big way this weekend. The Altoona amusement park opened on August 16th, 1974. During the three-night celebration, the park is hosting what it says is Iowa’s largest drone show. It will run from August 16-18 and start at […]
'Part of our DNA': The family connection behind a mascot costume at the Iowa State Fair
Putting on a mascot costume is all about paying attention to body language, a lightning bug told the Des Moines Register. Some kids are easy and they'll come right up for a hug. Others might wonder what's going on: that's when you break out a one-finger wave with a quick "hi." Every kid's different, and they may not always go for a high five or a fist bump. ...
WATCH: KCCI's Jason Sydejko takes 2nd place in Iowa State Fair air guitar competition
DES MOINES, Iowa — The latest forecast calls for a 100% chance of rock 'n' roll. » See all of our Iowa State Fair coverage here. KCCI chief meteorologist Jason Sydejko competed in the air guitar contest at this year's Iowa State Fair, and he proudly took home the silver medal.
Dangerous Criminal Wanted for 20 Years Found Working as Police Officer
It's a bizarre world out there, folks. Not only do you have to worry about people committing crimes that might hurt of affect you, now you have to take a second look at the police officers who show up to respond. Dangerous Criminal Wanted for 20 Years Found Working as...
Community garden finally gets win vs. restrictive city ordinances
DES MOINES, Iowa — For a hundred years, it was a forgotten space. “It was barren. Not much of anything,” says neighbor, Bill Callahan, of the half-acre lot at 24th and High Streets in Des Moines. “I presumed it would become a parking lot for somebody.” But Ryan Francois saw something in it. “I live […]
Des Moines couple stuck with $1,100 bill after failing to remove homeless from property
DES MOINES, Iowa — It’s a 65-acre patch of green goodness, with a consistent problem. “We would come out every night after work, pick up the garbage, lug it back up to the car, and repeat.”. Gerri Beeler-Schmitt and her husband have been dealing with garbage for decades....
Town hall attendees want City Council to reconsider changes to homelessness policies
She remembered the services that helped save her life. Emergency shelters operated by Hope Ministries and Catholic Charities offered brief periods of refuge for Leah Waughtal-Magiera as she grew up with a mother coping with meth addiction. ...
Burlington Man with Medical Condition Eluded Law Enforcement with Stolen Vehicle
A Burlington man with a medical condition allegedly eluded law enforcement with a stolen vehicle. 54-year-old Jefferey Elmore was charged with eluding, theft 2nd degree, driving while barred, reckless driving, possession of a controlled substance 2nd offense, and possession of drug paraphernalia. On August 15, the Des Moines County Sheriff’s...
Burlington Man Arrested Following High Speed Chase
Yesteday afternoon, August 15, 2024, Des Moines County Deputies observed a possible stolen vehicle traveling south on US Highway 61 near 210th St. Deputies attempted to catch up to the vehicle to verify that it was stolen. The vehicle then accelerated and attempted to elude law enforcement while traveling south on US Highway 61 at speeds greater than 25 miles per hour over the posted speed limit. It has been reported speeds as high as 115 miles per hour. Scanner communication confirmed stop sticks were deployed and contacted by the eluding vehicle on Highway 61 North of Burlington. The vehicle continued to elude law enforcement until pulling over near Roosevelt and Mt. Pleasant St. At the time of the arrest there were upwards of six Des Moines County Sheriff’s Deputy vehicles.
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