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Landus Expands its Service Offerings with the Acquisition of Wickman Chemical
(Des Moines) Landus, an Iowa-based agriculture solutions company, today announced the purchase of Wickman Chemical, an independent Iowa-based agricultural chemicals provider, to expand its chemical products and services offerings. Wickman Chemical has been a reliable and trusted supplier of chemicals for farmers in the Southwest Iowa and Kansas regions for many years. Landus’ acquisition of this company represents its continued commitment to delivering innovation to the farm and empowering our farmers with the tools they need to succeed.
29 cats found trapped in van during extreme heat in Mason City
MASON CITY, Iowa — Twenty-nine cats were rescued after being trapped in a van in extreme heat in Mason City on Monday. The Animal Rescue League of Iowa assisted the Mason City Police Department with rescuing the cats. The ARL said when rescue crews arrived on scene the temperature outside was in the 90s, making […]
Acclaimed author whose new book reimagines Waco siege makes Iowa stops (AUDIO)
An internationally best-selling novelist and an alum of the Iowa Writer’s Workshop is appearing in Des Moines and Iowa City this week, while headlining the opening of the 22nd annual DMACC Celebration of Literary Arts. Bret Anthony Johnston is director of the Michener Center for Writers at the University...
Paramedic’s 911 response leads to warning from regulators
An Iowa paramedic has been sanctioned by the state for an alleged failure to perform lifesaving services in response to a 911 emergency call. According to the Iowa Bureau of Emergency Medical and Trauma Services, paramedic Katelyn Leisinger of Ute and her EMS partner responded to a 911 call on May 28, 2024. Upon arrival, […]
KCHA News Podcast for Thursday, August 29, 2024
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Nearly Impossible Quiz: Around 10% of us still have THIS from our elementary school days.
Congratulations to Rachel Griffin of Floyd who won a free VIP ticket to the 8th annual Best Dam Barbeque Challenge for this Saturday afternoon at the Big 4 Fair in Nashua, compliments of the Big 4 Chamber of Commerce!
Hampton-Dumont-CAL, West Fork Volleyball meeting to begin season Thursday
The Hampton-Dumont-CAL and West Fork volleyball teams will meet to begin their seasons Thursday in Sheffield. West Fork coach Emily Greimann says the meeting between Franklin County’s teams is a fun way to start the season. “It’s always fun playing them,” Greimann says. “So I feel like it’s a...
Former superintendent drops lawsuit against the Charles City school board
CHARLES CITY, Iowa – The former superintendent is no longer suing the Charles city school board. Dr. Anne Lundquist filed the lawsuit in Floyd county District Court after she was placed on administrative leave in April. The school district did not announce a reason for the suspension. Lundquist’s lawsuit...
Pella Regional Health Center Auxiliary Hosting Uniform Scrub Sale Fundraiser September 10th
The Pella Regional Health Center Auxiliary will hold a Uniform Scrub Sale on Tuesday, September 10th from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. The community is invited to stop by to browse a large selection of merchandise at affordable prices from Emerson’s At the Willow in Mason City. Purchases from the sale will help the Pella Regional Auxiliary support the mission of the hospital to deliver healthcare with Christian compassion in the Pella community.
Nearly Impossible Quiz: 1 out of 3 of us would choose THIS as our last meal.
Congratulations to Shelly Hansen of Charles City who won a free rotisserie chicken from the Charles City Hy-Vee!. Community Conversations are sponsored by the Floyd County Medical Center. Tues. Aug. 20 @ 8:07am – Floyd County Medical Center. Wed. Aug. 21 @ 8:07am – PAWS Pet of the Week...
Iowa man charged again for posting flyers threatening to hunt illegal immigrants
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) — A Hampton man is facing harassment charges for a second time after police say he posted threatening flyers again, this time at the Cedar Falls Public Library,KCRG reports. Related video above: Latino businesses owners in Hampton feel targeted by racist flyers. Daniel Embree, 38,...
Clear Lake Events August 29-September 4, 2024
From Water Department Superintendent Adam Theiss: The City Beach Splash Pad will remain open, and we will go week to week weather permitting. We do realize school has started but we still have a lot of usage at this time as the temperatures stay warm. We will give it a few more weeks giving us plenty of time for end of the year shut down and maintenance.
Full Picture of John Deere layoffs past, present & future
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Bringing the full picture of John Deere and the Quad Cities together to show the different adjustments that have been made over the last two decades. For years, there have been layoffs and rehires at John Deere. THROUGH THE YEARS:. Deere employees have told us it’s...
Caitlin Clark Issues Hilarious Demand to Former Iowa Teammate Gabbie Marshall
Caitlin Clark is very good at being a supportive teammate, but sometimes she can also be the demanding one, which is exactly what she was to Gabbie Marshall on social media Thursday. However, Kate Martin came in with the love. Clark and Martin were teammates with Marshall at Iowa. The three were ...
New Survey shows that Latinos near the Mississippi River see its pollution as a top priority
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A recent survey showed that Latinos who live in counties near the Mississippi River consider it part of their daily lives and view its pollution as a top priority. The first Latino Voices of the Mississippi River Poll, conducted by The Hispanic Access Foundation, showed the...
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