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Iowa Schools Start On A Friday This Year Because Of This Dumb Law
People from other states say that Iowa is actually an acronym that stands for Idiots Out Wondering Around. When you read this article about why schools start the 2024-2025 school year on Friday, you'll agree that they also wonder in Des Moines. Sure, it makes sense for school to start...
Iowa Workforce Development says Dubuque's unemployment rate is increasing
Iowa Workforce Development released data on July's unemployment rates and contrasting rates from a year ago. Dubuque is higher than the state average of 2.8% with 3.8%, which is higher than last July when it was 2.9% for the county's unemployment rate. Labor Market Research Economist Kris Henze says in...
Big 4 Fair Buildings in Nashua Vandalized
Authorities are asking for the public’s help with information on vandalism to facilities at the Big 4 Fairgrounds in Nashua. A Big 4 Fair Facebook post on Friday (08.16) afternoon asked, “Where do you even begin? Shame on the unproductive members of society who decided to break into the fairgrounds to vandalize and cause thousands of dollars in damages.”
Iowa Teen Caught Going Over 120 mph On a Suspended License
An Iowa teenager landed in the hottest of waters after being caught going well over 100 mph near Ottumwa. The kicker? He was driving on a suspended license. The Iowa State Patrol are hoping this serves as a reminder for parents to talk to their children who are just starting to drive or are actively learning the Rules of the Road about the dangers of excessive speed.
DART sets new record for rides given during Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — DART broke a record during the Iowa State Fair this year. During the 11-day stretch, DART provided more than 270,000 shuttle rides. That's a 13% increase from last year's state fair. This year's busiest day was Saturday, with a total of 39,943 rides provided. »...
Neumann Brothers accepting applications for 2024 Heart Fund grants
Neumann Brothers Inc., a Des Moines-based general contractor, is now accepting applications for its annual Neumann Heart Fund grant program. The employee-led charitable initiative will award $20,000 to Central Iowa nonprofits this coming October. Iowa nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax status and missions addressing homelessness, food insecurity and first-responder support are encouraged to apply. Applications are reviewed and scored by an internal committee of Neumann employees. “The Heart Fund is led by the ‘heart’ of our organization — our employees — and the issues prevalent in the communities we work in,” said Mike Simpson, president and CEO of Neumann, in a prepared statement. To apply, complete a brief online form on Neumann’s website. Applications are due Sept. 13.
Judge Denies Ricke’s Request for New Trial
–A judge has denied a request for a new trial from the man who was convicted last month in the September 2023 shooting death of Algona Police Officer Kevin Cram. Attorneys for 44-year-old Kyle Lou Ricke filed a motion on August 5th requesting a new trial, following his conviction on a charge of 1st Degree Murder back in July. In that motion, Attorney Barbara Westphal argued that the jury’s verdict of guilty was contrary to the evidence presented during trial, and insufficient to prove the premeditation required for a conviction on a charge of 1st Degree Murder.
See What Archeologists in Iowa Unearthed After 13,600 Years
It's nice to see these coming out of the ground like this. Archaeologists in Iowa have made a significant discovery with the unearthing of a well-preserved mastodon skull, dating back approximately 13,600 years. This find, located in the southern part of the state, is Iowa’s first notable mastodon and includes several bones primarily from the skull. The timing of this mastodon’s life aligns with the era when the first humans were inhabiting the region. I wonder if this mastodon knew the Flintstones.
Iowa Teen Caught Going Over 120 mph On a Suspended License
An Iowa teenager landed in the hottest of waters after being caught going well over 100 mph near Ottumwa. The kicker? He was driving on a suspended license. The Iowa State Patrol are hoping this serves as a reminder for parents to talk to their children who are just starting to drive or are actively learning the Rules of the Road about the dangers of excessive speed.
U.S. House Democrats’ campaign arm announces Iowa ad buys
The U.S. House Democrats’ campaign arm announced Monday it is making $27 million in new ad reservations in the lead-up to the 2024 general election, including more than $2.5 million in Iowa media markets. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) announced the ad buys as part of an “offensive push” ahead of the November election. […]
Jerry Wollmering named Chief Financial Officer for UNI Athletics
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa --- The UNI Athletics Department on Tuesday announced that longtime Truman State Director of Athletics Jerry Wollmering will serve as its new Senior Associate Athletics Director - Chief Financial Officer. Wollmering, who has led Truman State Athletics for the past 25 years, will assume his role on...
Avenue of Saints Getting Leveled, Highway 65 Reconstruction Starts in Mason City
Select sections of The Avenue of the Saints Highway between Floyd and Interstate 35 are getting “leveled,” according to Pete Hjelmstad with the Mason City District office of the Iowa DOT. Hjelmstad says the project should wrap up by the end of August. Meanwhile, he says a much...
How an Australian breakdancer is boosting web traffic to an Iowa clothing company
DAVENPORT, Iowa — It's been a big summer for people and stores named 'Raygun.'. Social media exploded during the inaugural breakdancing portion of the Paris Olympic Games, but not for the reason traditional b-boys and b-girls might have hoped for. Australian b-girl, Rachael Gunn, represented her country in Paris....
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