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Adventureland ready to celebrate its 50th anniversary with drone show
ALTOONA, Iowa — Adventureland is celebrating turning 50 this summer and it is doing so in a big way this weekend. The Altoona amusement park opened on August 16th, 1974. During the three-night celebration, the park is hosting what it says is Iowa’s largest drone show. It will run from August 16-18 and start at […]
16-year-old from Waukee charged as an adult with second-degree murder in stabbing
A 16-year-old from Waukee was charged with second-degree murder in connection to a stabbing during a dispute that left a 23-year-old man dead last week. Waukee Police Department officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Prairie Park Lane for a stabbing incident on Aug. 5, Chief Chad McCluskey said. First responders found a victim, identified as Brian McGee, 23, of Waukee, with multiple stab wounds. ...
Atlona’s Steve Bogart Names Co-Chair of ETC’s IDEA Committee
Atlona, a Panduit company, is a manufacturer of AV distribution, collaboration, and control solutions, focusing on quality, user experience, simplicity, and management. Atlona’s Steve Bogart has been appointed co-chair of the IDEA Committee by the Educational Technology Collaborative (ETC). This committee focuses on integrating inclusivity, diversity, equity, and access into ETC programs. Steve, alongside co-chair Sarah Hava Valley, will work for two years to advance the committee’s mission and provide advisory support to the ETC Board.
Indianola teenager reported missing this week
INDIANOLA, Iowa — The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation is investigating the disappearance of an Indianola teenager who was reported missing to the Indianola Police Department earlier this week. 16-year-old Levi Garrett Norris is described as white with blue eyes and red hair. Officials said he is approximately 6'2"...
Things to Do this September
Friday, September 6, 11 a.m., Waukee Community Center. Try out chair yoga in this free Snacks and Facts session at the Waukee Community Center from the Waukee Public Library. Friday, September 6, 1 p.m., Waukee Community Center. Test your luck with bingo with Waukee Parks and Recreation. The fee is...
New Skills Based Testing Program Offered
New Skills Based Testing Program Offered at Iowa Central Community College. Iowa Central Community College is pleased to announce a new opportunity for people interested in improving their work-related skills through proficiency-based testing in the areas of Industrial Machines and Industrial Mechanics. “We are now offering proficiency-based courses where students can earn their degree by completing courses using hands on skills through proficiency testing,” says Dr. Stacy Mentzer, Vice President of Instruction at Iowa Central Community College. “What is different about this process is that many employers in our nine-county service area need individuals with these skills and need them on the job. Proficiency-based testing creates a win-win situation because people can work while they gain the skills they need,” added Dr. Mentzer.
Boone accepted into Main Street Iowa program after 2022 rejection
BOONE, Iowa — Boone has been accepted into the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program. The program aims to bring economic development to small towns’ downtowns. Boone originally applied to be a part of the program back in 2022 but was rejected. Elijah Stines, the Mayor of the City of Boone, said that […]
Des Moines couple stuck with $1,100 bill after failing to remove homeless from property
DES MOINES, Iowa — It’s a 65-acre patch of green goodness, with a consistent problem. “We would come out every night after work, pick up the garbage, lug it back up to the car, and repeat.”. Gerri Beeler-Schmitt and her husband have been dealing with garbage for decades....
Woman Hit By Boat On Lake Of The Ozarks, Seriously Injured
LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. — A woman from Adel, Iowa, was hospitalized after reportedly being hit by a boat on Lake of the Ozarks, Wednesday night. Jeremy Boysen, 42, was driving a 2022 Sea Ray around 11:50 p.m., Aug. 14, when occupant Brooke Boysen, 42, voluntarily jumped from the vessel, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The Sea Ray then struck Brooke, who swam to the shore near the 5 Mile Marker of the Osage Arm.
[PHOTOS] First Look as Caitlin Clark Joins the Action in NBA 2K25
Everything Caitlin Clark touches turns into gold. The West Des Moines native made the Hawkeye State proud when she helped lead the team to their second NCAA championship in two years. After finishing up her senior season at Iowa, Clark was selected first overall in the WNBA draft, going to...
Thousands sign petition against Des Moines' camping ban. What we know about the proposal
A petition started by Des Moines small businesses condemning the city's proposal to ban camping and change its encroachment code has garnered more than 2,000 signatures. The Des Moines City Council is on its way to approving an ordinance that would ban unsheltered people from camping. The council is also considering changes to city code that shorten the number of days unhoused individuals have to remove belongings from public spaces. ...
Channel Seed Bringing Country Band Icon Blackhawk to Grand Junction for Customer Appreciation Event
A popular country band from the 1990s is coming to Grand Junction as part of a free event at the end of the month. Channel Seed Field Service Representative and Grand Junction resident Savannah Lyons tells Raccoon Valley Radio that Channel Seed is sponsoring a customer appreciation event on August 28th in Grand Junction with country band icon Blackhawk to perform. She says Channel Seed wanted to have a customer appreciation event in conjunction with the Farm Progress Show in Boone County.
Wildcat Football Volunteers in Greenfield Aid
Although the football season is quickly approaching at West Central Valley, coach Jim Lindsay and his Wildcat football team took a day to help the Greenfield community. After a tornado caused damages to the city of Greenfield, many volunteer groups have stepped up to held clean up and restore the community. the Wildcat football team posted on their Facebook page, “we had a chance to do some community service this morning (Tuesday) helping out our neighbors in Greenfield. We uploaded and delivered shed parts and pieces that are going to people in need.”
Board of Educational Examiners says Urbandale SpEd teacher, admin likely violated Iowa law
The State Board of Educational Examiners has found that the administrators who handled the incident, and the special education teacher accused of hurting the little boy, likely violated Iowa law.
Knoxville Volleyball Schedule Among The Toughest Around
For the last few seasons, Knoxville Volleyball has beefed up its schedule to get ready for the class 4A run in the postseason. The South Central Conference will also provide a challenge with a more balanced conference, but still Knoxville’s non-conference schedule, which includes several road meets, will test the Panthers. Meets like the Des Moines Christian Invitational, which added Pella this season, Waukee Invitational, which Knoxville will see several class 5A schools, and the Panthers own invitational at the end of the season has state powers Union, Ballard, Holy Trinity and Roland-Story just to name a few. Coach Mollie Keitges tells KNIA/KRLS Sports the Panthers’ schedule is no joke.
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