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Iowa voters react to presidential race shakeup
DES MOINES, Iowa — On a Monday afternoon we found three voices inside Smokey Row coffee shop to share their thoughts on the 2024 presidential race. “I’m a republican at heart,” Linda Woods explained as she reacted to the latest news of president Joe Biden ending his re-election campaign. Across the room, Margo Keller proclaimed […]
Xavier basketball: Sean Miller wants to return to form defensively this season
As Xavier's summer workouts wind down, head coach Sean Miller has identified defense as a focal point for the upcoming fall preseason practices. Miller made the comments on the latest episode of his podcast during an episode where he and his co-hosts Paul Fritschner and Adam Baum were discussing the team's offseason progress. During the show, he emphasized the necessity of developing a strong defensive identity.
Isolated Storms Through Wednesday Morning Followed by Sunshine
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Isolated showers & storms are possible overnight & Wednesday morning followed by sunshine for the remainder of the workweek. Isolated storms will be possible across the region overnight as the cold front travels south. Overnight lows will cool into the mid 60s. Your First Alert:...
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...
Rain Backs Up Schedule At State Baseball, Wahlert Plays This Morning
Heavy rains yesterday afternoon in the vicinity of the State Baseball Tournament at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids pushed back the Class 3A quarterfinal round schedule. Wahlert Catholic and Central Dewitt now play this morning at 9:00am at Vets Stadium. You can hear the game on AM 1370 KDTH...
North Liberty Community Pantry looking to expand with increase in need
The North Liberty Community Pantry is looking to raise $4 million to fund a new 10,500-square-foot facility to meet increased needs and the growing population in rural Johnson County. The pantry has doubled the amount of food served and nearly doubled the number of families served since 2021, according to...
Cant-miss summer fun in Johnson Co. from live music to movies in the park and Swisher Fun Days
Though the end of summer is looming, there is still plenty to do in Iowa City and Johnson County, from live music to free activities and small-town celebrations. Here are five things to do during the last weekend of July. Swisher Fun Days ...
Iowa Hawkeye alum Spencer Lee to grapple for gold in Paris
DES MOINES, Iowa — Hawkeye wrestling legend Spencer Lee claimed three NCAA titles while at the University of Iowa and has his sights set on winning a Freestyle gold medal while representing Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Lee isn’t an Iowa native but Hawkeye Head Coach Tom Brands, himself an Olympic gold medalist […]
Traffic alert for Clinton Street in Iowa City
Starting Thursday, July 25th, there will be lanes of traffic shifting on Clinton Street between Washington Street and Burlington Street, weather permitting. The change is to facilitate the placement of materials on a building roof in the area. Normal traffic should resume by the end of the day.
Lisa Bluder Herky Statue Unveiled in Iowa City [VIDEO]
Former Iowa women's basketball coach Lisa Bluder left a huge imprint on the women's basketball program and the University of Iowa. Tuesday, Bluder was honored as the latest incarnation of Herky in Iowa's Herky on Parade project. Bluder surprised many when she announced her retirement back in May. She had...
Campus Newcomer: Mt Vernon (IN) RHP Nick Heitman
Continuing on with our Iowa Baseball campus newcomers series, we go to the Hoosier State, where the Hawkeyes bring in right-handed pitcher Nick Heitman (McCordsville, IN) over Indiana, Illinois and Cincinnati. Heitman is rated as the #6 right-handed pitcher in the state of Indiana and a top 500 player in the country by Perfect Game. […] The post Campus Newcomer: Mt Vernon (IN) RHP Nick Heitman appeared first on On3.
Byrnes Pool in Waterloo closed for the season due to mechanical pump failure
WATERLOO, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Byrnes Pool in Waterloo has closed for the summer due to a mechanical pump failure. The closure began Monday, July 23rd, which is 18 days early. Staff will contact those signed up for swim lessons at the pool. “We have made every attempt...
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