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Look to the sky: The rare super blue moon will be visible in Iowa on Monday
Don't miss the rare phenomenon in the sky Monday night that (probably) won't happen again for years. A full moon that is both a supermoon and a blue moon will grace the night skies over the U.S. Dubbed a "super blue moon," the rare combination occurs when the different cycles of blue and super moons happen to align on the calendar, said NASA's Noah Petro, Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter project scientist. ...
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,...
USDA Awards Nearly $15 Million IN HBIIP Grants To Iowa Fuel Stations, Including Lake City, Dow City, And Casey’s Locations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded nearly $17 million in grants to 246 Iowa retail locations as part of its Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP), including several here in the listening area. The funds, announced last week by Secretary Tom Vilsack, are part of a larger $90.3 million initiative across 26 states to upgrade fueling infrastructure to expand consumer access to biofuel blends like E15 and B20. Iowa Renewable Fuels Association Executive Director Monte Shaw says, “Iowa retailers are really stepping up to benefit all Iowans by providing consumers with cleaner-burning, lower-cost, better-quality fuel options at the pump. E15 can save consumers 10 to 25 cents per gallon. With Iowa’s E15 Access Standard taking effect on Jan. 1, 2026, programs like HBIIP and the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) provide tools to help Iowa retailers prepare. IRFA is encouraged by the number of retailers who are actively working to meet the deadline to expand the availability of homegrown biofuels while providing a boost to the economy.” HBIIP provides cost-share grants to significantly increase the sales and use of ethanol and biodiesel. On average, each grant dollar has leveraged four dollars in private investment, further boosting the state’s economy. Morrow’s Standard Service of Lake City will receive a $377,250 grant for infrastructure installation, which is expected to increase biofuels sales at the location by 190,000 gallons per year. Ettleman’s Town and Country in Dow City will receive $648,900 with an estimated annual impact of 228,854 gallons per year. Casey’s was awarded $3,519,825 for dispensers at 194 stations around the state. A link to the list of all Iowa recipients is included with this story on our website.
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.
Sonderman, Berglund, Wagoner in top 5 of first IATC Rankings
(KMAland) -- The Iowa Association of Track & Cross Country Coaches has released its first individual rankings of the 2024 season. The rankings feature three KMAlanders in the top five. Harlan's Lindsey Sonderman is the top KMAlander, coming in at No. 2 in 3A. Clarinda's Kyle Wagoner is the top...
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.
Floyd County woman pleads not guilty to first-degree burglary
CHARLES CITY, Iowa – A woman accused of breaking into a Charles City home and attacking someone inside is pleading not guilty. Alyssa Courtney Gurule, 34 of Charles City, is set to stand trial beginning October 29 for first-degree burglary, fourth-degree criminal mischief, and domestic abuse assault. Law enforcement...
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Congratulations to Mike O’rourke of Charles City who won a 4 pack of jumbo muffins from the Charles City Hy-Vee and a pass to the 59th annual Cedar Valley Engine Club Threshers Reunion coming up over the Labor Day weekend!
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