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An armadillo in Iowa? Yes, more are finding their way into the state.
Keep an eye on the side of the road, you might spot an armadillo. For 100 years, the creatures have been expanding northward across the United States from Mexico. It's not known how many are actually living in Iowa, but two recent sightings in central Iowa are part of a growing trend, according to data from an Iowa Department of Natural Resources official. ...
Storm cleanup costly for Iowa ministry
AMES, Iowa — For GoServ Global Ministries, based in Ankeny and Albert City, the spring season has been a costly one when it comes to serving people with damaged or destroyed homes. A record number of tornados and several floods hit Iowa between April and June. The ministry shares hope for storm victims using only […]
Both Clarinda, Woodbine teams ranked in IATC Preseason Team Rankings
(KMAland) -- Seventeen KMAland cross country teams are ranked in the Iowa Association of Track & Cross Country Coaches' first state rankings. The Martensdale-St. Marys' girls are the highest-rated KMAland squad, coming in at No. 4 in Class 1A. Woodbine and Clarinda are the only KMAland teams to have both...
School districts working to comply with Iowa’s book ban before students return
SOLON, Iowa (KCRG) - A court challenge to the Iowa law that restricts certain books and topics ended - which means teachers, principals and curriculum directors are having to make sure they’re not in violation. The law bans school books that depict or describe sex acts. It also prohibits...
Congressman Zach Nunn’s resource fair for Iowa retirees
GRIMES, Iowa — Congressman Zach Nunn held a resource fair in Grimes on Thursday for Iowa retirees. The resource fair helped retirees find support and find community resources to help them during their retirement. Nunn was joined by representatives of the Social Security Administration, Alzheimer’s Association, the Attorney General...
This weekend in Iowa: Illiterati in Iowa City, Faery experiences in Chelsea and tons more
There’s fest’s, experiences and markets galore this weekend in Iowa. Iowa City boasts two festivals this weekend, the third iteration of the Illterati Fest at Gabe’s on Friday (we chatted with host Anthony Worden about it) and on Saturday, the Iowa City Latino Fest being celebrated on the Ped Mall. Windy Goat Acres, in the town of Chelsea hosts “The Faery Experience; An Immersive Fantasy Retreat.” There will be live music, aerial arts and plant walks among a slew of other fae inspired activities. Speaking of plants, two plant-related events caught our eye. In Des Moines, learn how to keep your houseplants healthy and tour the conservatory at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, while over in Dubuque you can plant some trees at the “Branching Out Kick-off Event,” the start of a city-wide project to plant thousands of trees throughout the community over the next 5 years.
JoCo's Healthy Aging Fair highlights resources for older Iowans
The 2024 Healthy Aging Fair was held in Iowa City Thursday. Every year, the Johnson County Livable Community for Successful Aging brings together local resources, services, and organizations under one roof, all dedicated to helping older adults live healthy, safe and active lifestyles. This year's fair included a session on...
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