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Parking Ramp Approved For Kingston Yards In Cedar Rapids
(Cedar Rapids, IA) -- A 20 million-dollar parking ramp for the Kingston Yards development in Cedar Rapids is going ahead despite the concerns of some residents that it isn't needed. Residents voiced their concerns at last night's public meeting, where Cedar Rapids city council approved construction of the 450-spot parking...
Yankton County, SD deputies arrest South Dakota fugitive after 4-week search
YANKTON COUNTY, SD (KTIV) - There’s a new development in a manhunt that started last month in South Dakota. Authorities in Yankton County say they’ve found an Iowa man wanted for violating his parole and arrested him after a nearly four-hour standoff Monday night. The Yankton County Sheriff’s...
Cedar Rapids City Council approves $10K for new summer meals site
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The Cedar Rapids City Council approved $10,000 in funding for a new summer meals site during Tuesday night’s meeting. The meal site at the Johnson STEAM Academy comes in response to the closure of the Hy-Vee on 1st Avenue, which has left a ‘food desert’ in a high-needs area of Cedar Rapids.
Cannabis Operator Strategically Opens New Location Near NE/IA Hubs
Multi-state cannabis operator, Greenlight, targets Nebraska and Iowa cannabis consumers with the opening of its newest dispensary in Rock Port, Missouri. Consistently rated as one of the top dispensaries in MO, Greenlight strategically chose Rock Port to broaden its consumer base in new markets. Greenlight announced the opening of its...
Iowa Union demands restoration of bargaining rights for public employees
In the wake of a 2017 law that brought about significant changes to collective bargaining, a local union is advocating for the reinstatement of rights for public workers in the area. On Monday, Teamsters Local 238 emphasized that certain matters such as healthcare, layoffs, and evaluation procedures are legally non-negotiable.
Golf, Gala events happening this week that aim to support the ALS Association
WHO 13’s Lindsey Burrell sat down with Jamie Myers and Cary Justmann from the ALS Association of Iowa to talk about two upcoming events people can participate in to support those battling ALS and their families. For more information on the events, click here.
Kennedy comes from behind, winning first State tournament game since 2015
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Playing in their first State tournament since 2015, Cedar Rapids Kennedy needed a 4-run 6th inning to hold off Pleasant Valley by a 6-3 final score. The Cougars are the top seed in this year's bracket, and will now face the winner of Waukee Northwest and Johnston in the 4A semifinals on Thursday.
Ely City Leaders Break Ground On New Downtown Project
(Ely, IA) -- City leaders in Ely, Iowa, south of Cedar Rapids, are breaking ground on a new project. Main Street Legacy will bring storefronts with housing above them to the corner of Dows Street and Main Street downtown... Ely Mayor Scott Ladwig tells Iowa's News Now that its a...
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