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Spanish teachers exchange language, culture with Iowa schools
Third time’s the charm for couple Enrique Gonzalez and Maria Carriazo. They are back in Iowa for the first time since the pandemic to participate in their third Exchange Visiting Teachers from Spain program, which connects native Spanish teachers with local Iowa schools. Along with their two young daughters,...
13,600-Year-Old Mastodon Skull Found in Iowa Creek
(Des Moines) A 13-thousand-year-old mastodon skull has been found in an Iowa creek. Iowa’s Office of the State Archaeologist said in a social media post that they found the well-preserved skull on the side of a creek bed in Wayne County Wednesday at an excavation site they had been mining for the last 12 days.
Black Hawk County Sheriff Tony Thompson to speak at KMAland libraries
(KMAland) -- KMAland residents can learn more about the crossover between mental health treatment and law enforcement in Iowa this week. That's because Author and Black Hawk County Sheriff Tony Thompson is appearing at multiple southwest Iowa libraries this week, discussing his new book, "Anyplace But Here: The Uncomfortable Convergence Between Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System." Thompson will be at the Red Oak and Clarinda libraries on Wednesday and at the Tabor and Shenandoah libraries on Thursday. Thompson says his inspiration for the book came from his frustration with the state's mental health treatment program and the hope to reform it.
Hormel Foods honors kids who have dedicated themselves to fight hunger
KIMT News 3's Maureen Dudley spoke with the '10 under 20' food heroes and found out what inspired them to act. Hormel Foods recognizes its 10 under 20 for efforts in combatting food insecurity. Hormel Foods recognized young change makers for their efforts in fighting food insecurity.
1st Annual Golf Gala Filled With Food And Fun Happening At Iron Tee Golf
Iron Tee Golf is now open in Bettendorf, Iowa for all your driving range needs. You can smack balls from the ground or really feel good about yourself on the 3rd level of the driving range. The electronic tracking system allows you to see how your ball is flying and...
Women Managing Farmland Forum Scheduled in Storm Lake
A “Women Managing Farmland Forum” will be offered in Storm Lake next month. The event will be held on Friday, September 6th from 10am to 3:30pm at King’s Pointe Resort. The forum provides a valuable opportunity to refresh conservation, leasing, and estate management skills while networking with other women in agriculture. Topics will include erosion, soil fertility and water management, land owner responsibilities and economics of farmland, as well as trusts, taxes, and transition planning. The forum is designed to help attendees meet their long-term farmland management goals. By combining strategies, women can design equitable farmland leasing, adoption of conservation practices, and efficiency in transitions to next-generation farmers.
KIWA Marketplace for Aug. 19
Assorted DVDs and VHS tapes. White market board with easel and case. Big Man’s Power Lift chair. 1989 Kenworth Semi and 1978 42-foot Corn Husker grain trailer. It has 634,355 miles on it. It is a 10 speed and has been used once a year to haul grain toan elevator. Call/text 605-310-2922, or 507-350-4268.
Here's everything you need to know about the new school year in Iowa City
Friday marks the start of the 2024-2025 school year for the more than 14,000 Iowa City Community School District Students. The first day welcomes changes from ongoing projects to new hires. Here is everything you need to know as locals return to class: ...
Eastern Iowa Farmer Could Lose Millions From 3rd Wind Turbine Fire
A farmer in Mechanicsville, Iowa suffers from their 3rd wind turbine fire in less than 18 months. In less than a year and a half, this farmer is left with another huge mess that needs to be cleaned. This fire all began with an unlucky lightning strike that could cost this farmer millions of dollars.
Bettendorf police identify 18-year-old victim in fatal Friday crash
BETTENDORF, Iowa — Bettendorf police have identified the victim in a fatal crash that took place on Friday, Aug. 16. 18-year-old Carter Fix was killed after the car he was a passenger in struck a parked car on the east side of the 700 block of 15th Street. The car was occupied by Fix and a 19-year-old male driver, both Bettendorf residents. Fix was transported to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries. The driver was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
Stroup’s Five Homers, Marman’s Four Saves Earn Them Weekly Awards
Chicago Dogs infielder Dusty Stroup and Sioux City Explorers closer Kyle Marman won the American Association’s Pointstreak batter and pitcher of the week for the week ending 8/18, the league announced Monday. Stroup was a model of consistency this week, hitting a home run in five consecutive games. He...
Suspicious pickup results in OWI arrest
DOON—A 27-year-old Tea, SD, man was arrested about 2:50 a.m. Friday, Aug. 16, near Doon on charges of first-offense operating while under the influence and operating a nonregistered vehicle. The arrest of Andrew Joseph Ross stemmed from a report of a “suspicious” 2023 Toyota Tacoma traveling west on Highway...
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