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Iowa's sales tax-free weekend is around the corner. When is it?
Back-to-school shopping is just around the corner, which means so is Iowa's sales tax-free weekend. The weekend will offer Iowans a chance to shop without the state's 6% sales tax and the 1% local option sales tax in many cities. Any savings can help with making the most out of your budget.
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
You can tour the B-29 Doc Superfortress in Milan
Visitors can tour the B-29 Doc, one of only two flying B-29 Superfortresses worldwide, Friday-Sunday hosted by Elliott Aviation at the Quad Cities International Airport, 6601 74th Ave., Milan. A lot of visitors notice the cockpit was the inspiration for the original “Star Wars” ship the Millennium Falcon, Steve Zimmerman,...
Illinois GOP Leaders Won’t Commit to Accepting Election Results, Say They Remain Concerned About Fraud
(Produced by Blair Paddock and Amanda Vinicky) Leaders of the Illinois Republican Party declined Thursday to unconditionally accept the results of the upcoming 2024 presidential election, telling reporters they remain concerned about the prospect of fraud. That echoes the position of Republican nominee former President Donald Trump, who has said...
Nice This Afternoon, but a slight shower chance could creep in this weekend
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Make the most of the really great weather today, because some changes are in store. Nice this evening, some small changes this weekend. Conditions will remain comfortable through the afternoon and evening as we enjoy light winds, comfortable temperatures, and partly cloudy skies from some cumulus clouds that have developed through the afternoon hours.
Iowa State Fair Saying Goodbye to Popular Fair Stand
Iowa has one of the best state fairs in the country as thousands of people from around the state plan a state fair trip. Some people plan to enjoy the fair for an afternoon and others plan to enjoy the fair for multiple days in a row. This year there will be over 80 new foods for you to try at the fair so be sure to show up hungry and ready to try as many different foods as possible.
Learn how weight affects hearts at UnityPoint Health
Heart disease is a top concern for Quad Cities residents and being overweight directly affects the heart. The next Heart to Heart Community Education Series focuses on the benefits of weight loss on heart health. Melinda Hass, MD, FACS, UnityPoint Clinic Surgery, will discuss weight loss and heart health at a free presentation on Tuesday, […]
Artist of the Month: Ballet Quad Cities
Founded in 1996, Ballet Quad Cities is the longest running fully professional ballet company in the Western Illinois region. Based in Rock Island, the company brings exhilarating performances to the area, often including the Christmas classic, “The Nutcracker,” and their own variations of famous ballets such as “Carmen.”
Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Residents Should Brace for More of These Menaces
The excessive rainfall, abundance of severe thunderstorms, and increased tornadic activity has made this summer one to remember for Tri-Staters. The weather has been as inconsistent as it's been wet, and with that comes an influx of creatures most of us vehemently despise. With all the rain, flooding, and humidity...
Kids can have Popsicles with Police in Muscatine
The Muscatine Police Department will host its second Popsicles with Police on Friday, July 19, as they partner with Muscatine Power & Water to open up a fire hydrant for children to play in, according to a news release. The event will be 1-3 p.m. at Harrison Lofts, 1716 Bandag...
Final plat of Carver Corner Subdivision on Council agenda
A resolution approving the final plat of the Carver Corner Subdivision and a resolution setting a public hearing on zoning changes for that subdivision are on the City Council agenda for its July 18 meeting. The Council meeting begins at 6 p.m. and the public is welcomed, and encouraged, to...
Opportunity to connect with UnityPoint Clinic at Healthy Futures Fair
UnityPoint Health-Trinity Muscatine will sponsor a Healthy Futures Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, in Room 301 of the Musser Public Library. This is a free event that is open to the public. Parents and/or caregivers will have an opportunity to connect with UnityPoint Clinic...
Iowa Woman Charged With 70 Counts Of Animal Neglect
(Muscatine, IA) -- A woman from Muscatine is facing nearly 70 counts of animal neglect. Officers removed 67 animals last week from a property on Highway 22 owned by 44 year-old Kelly Marie Adams. The animals are currently being housed at It Takes a Village Animal Rescue and Resources. Photo...
Seiya Suzuki’s interpreter gets fired by Cubs
Ippei Mizuhara isn’t the only interpreter getting shown the door this season. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reported Thursday that the Chicago Cubs have dismissed Toy Matsushita, who had served as the interpreter for outfielder Seiya Suzuki over the last two-and-a-half seasons. While no specific reason was given for the firing, Mooney says that it... The post Seiya Suzuki’s interpreter gets fired by Cubs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
City Of Charles City, FCMC to Exchange Land for Hospital, Housing Development
The wheels have been set in motion for the City of Charles City and Floyd County Medical Center (FCMC) to exchange land to aid housing development as well as hospital expansion. City Administrator Steve Diers laid out the plan to the City Council Monday that will facilitate the continued growth...
Legends & Listeners: The importance of Cade McNamara and going around the Big Ten
Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman return from their vacations to dip their toes into Iowa Football ahead of Big Ten Media Days. The importance of Cade McNamara, why there’s hope for a better offense, how the rest of the Big Ten stacks up, and more. Courtesy of GameDay Men’s Health.
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