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Murderer wanted; FEMA relief; Riverfest; drought
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Here are the top stories for news and weather for KELOLAND’s On the Go: Saturday, August 17th. A warrant is out for a man wanted for murdering a newborn in Pennington County. A second person was arrested in the same incident earlier this week.
Two-A-Days: Unity Christian Knights
ORANGE CITY, Iowa (KCAU) – Unity Christian is coming off a 2-6 season, but look to put that mark behind them as they embark on its 2024 journey. The Knights finished under .500 for the second consecutive season, but bring back plenty of experience as they look to improve. Two-way talent Dylan Bosma notched a […]
iHeartMedia Des Moines’s 1040 WHO Names Emery Songer New On-Air Personality for “Emery On Iowa”
IHeartMedia Des Moines’ NewsRadio 1040 WHO, “We are YOUR Voice of Iowa!” announced today that Emery Songer will launch the new show “Emory on Iowa,” effective immediately. “Emory on Iowa” broadcasts weekdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The new show on 1040...
Alternating Currents Electrifying The Quad-Cities With Events In Illinois And Iowa
Alternating Currents is recharged and ready to electrify local music fans Aug. 16-20 with over 100 acts across 30 venues throughout the Quad-Cities. Featuring an eclectic and vibrant mix of music, comedy, film and visual arts strewn across two states and multiple locations, it’s a one-of-a-kind fest that allows people to put together a diverse menu of awesome entertainment, and the majority of the shows are free.
Miller-Meeks says pipelines will help Iowa ethanol industry stay competitive
NEWTON — U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks spoke Thursday in favor of carbon dioxide pipelines as a way to aid Iowa’s ethanol production industry with an environmentally conscious impact. Miller-Meeks, the Republican representative for Iowa’s 1st Congressional District, spoke about pipelines and other renewable fuel efforts supported by the...
Northwestern Hires West as Director of Athletic Creative Content
ORANGE CITY, Iowa – Northwestern College has filled out its athletic communications staff, hiring Austin West as Director of Athletic Creative Content. The newly created position will focus on expanding the Red Raiders’ social media and digital content presence in an ever-changing landscape of college athletics. “I am...
Most of the Riders Who Died at Sturgis Weren’t Wearing Helmets, Leaving 12 Dead
Only three of the deceased riders are confirmed to have been wearing helmets. That's one more death when compared to the 2023 rally. The Sturgis Rally finished on August 11th, and in the period just before, during, and after the event, 12 riders were left dead as a result of road traffic accidents. Of the riders killed, just three were confirmed to have been wearing helmets, while seven of the riders weren't wearing helmets. It's still under investigation whether or not two of the riders were wearing helmets.
Western Iowa Forecast: Upper 70s to 80s Expected, Showers Possible Early Week
Des Moines, IA – Western Iowa is set to experience mild weather through the upcoming week, with temperatures ranging from the upper 70s to low 80s. Residents can look forward to mostly dry conditions over the weekend, although a stray shower or thunderstorm could develop in northeast Iowa later this afternoon or evening.
End of Summer Traffic Enforcement
(Des Moines) Last year, during the final weeks of summer, there were 54 traffic fatalities in Iowa, with 44% involving impairment. To prevent future tragedies, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is collaborating with law enforcement across the state to reduce impaired driving. From August 16 to September 2, agencies will participate in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over high-visibility enforcement project. During this time, officers will work together to remove impaired drivers and motorcycle riders from the road.
Legislative staffer was a great help to lawmakers and a proud Czech
Reuben Bezpaletz, who was one of the main staffers for the Legislative Research Council in our state Capitol for 42 years, died this past weekend at age 77. He was very kind and fair to all legislators, including Democrats. He worked hard to keep legislation between the staff and the legislator. There was no disclosure […]
Elaine Graham Estes honored at Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — Former Des Moines Public Library Director Elaine Graham Estes was named an Iowan of the Day at the 2024 Iowa State Fair. Receiving a special day of recognition at the Fair on Friday, Estes can add this honor alongside her many other accomplishments. She was...
Three members of the Lake Country DockHounds provide quick response after bicycle accident
Almost seven hours away from their home field in Oconomowoc, three members of the Lake Country DockHounds jumped into action when they encountered a seriously injured bicyclist, according to the team's director of marketing and communications, Bryan Giese. On Aug. 7, an elderly bicyclist sustained a severe head injury after a collision with a pedestrian in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Giese said. ...
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