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Melcher-Dallas Volleyball Season Opener Is August 29th
The Melcher-Dallas Volleyball schedule will see the Saints play at home for the first time in nearly three seasons. With the new gym at Melcher-Dallas now completed, the Saints can host games and not have to travel anymore. The first home match will be September 3rd against Mormon Trail. The Saints will have five home matches this fall along with the match against the other Saints, Melcher-Dallas will host Seymour on September 10th, Moravia on September 17th, Central Decatur on September 26th, and Moulton-Udell on October 10th. The season opener for the Saints will be at Orient-Macksburg on August 29th. Continue listening for interviews on the Hy-Vee Radio Coaches Corner and Today’s Lely Radio Sports Page on KNIA.
Only 6% of Ottumwa's registered voters, voted in Tuesday's primary
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - Only a little more than 700 of Ottumwa’s registered voters cast their ballot in the city council primary election on Tuesday. Ottumwa’s mayor explained these elections come with a cost. The Wapello County Auditor’s office reports there was only 6 percent turnout in Tuesday’s...
This weekend in Iowa: The House Flies album release, a Benefit for Palestine and a look at Davenport’s twisted history
It’s the middle of August, which means humid days, college students scrambling to move in, and as this edition of the Weekender proves, plenty of quality events throughout Iowa. The Moline-based shoegaze band The House Flies celebrates their new album with a show at the Raccoon Motel. A full lineup of performers is slated to perform at a benefit for Palestine at the Englert Theatre. If you’re in the mood for drinks and Iowa history, the Putnam Museum will feature UI professor and Davenport native Gates Thomas on “Davenport’s Twisted History” as part of its History on Tap lecture series on Thursday night.
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.
Twin Cedars Volleyball Opens August 27th
The Twin Cedars Volleyball program will be under new leadership this season as Shelby Miller will take over the program when Randi Gist stepped down after last year. The Sabers schedule has not changed much from 2023. The Sabers will start off with a scrimmage against Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont on August 24th followed three days later by their first regular season match at East Union. The Sabers do not have many home matches which occur at the end of the season in October. One of those will be against arch-rival Melcher-Dallas on October 3rd. Listen for coverage of Twin Cedars athletics this fall on 92.1 KRLS.
Downtown Des Moines’ newest apartment development opens
One of the first things Mike Whalen tells people about the Tempo is that it is built like a fortress. The seven-story residential and commercial project is constructed with insulated concrete form walls that not only provide good insulation but also act as a sound barrier. Floors are also made with concrete.
Handsome Iowa Man Competing On First-Ever ‘Golden Bachelorette’
An Iowa man is a "hopeful romantic" who is on a mission to win the heart of the new The Golden Bachelorette. We are a month away from the spin-off "Bachelor" television show..."The Golden Bachelorette". This is one of the most anticipated shows of the year. It's a great opportunity for men who will prove that people can still find love at any age.
Big Ten running back rooms rankings: Iowa has a stacked RB room
Running backs can be both the heroes of a game for one team and the villains for the other. Running backs can literally carry a team on their back in order to win games. The Big Ten in the past has been known to have great running backs like Saquon Barkley, Jonathan Taylor, Mike Hart, and many others.
Local FFA Members Earn Honors at Iowa State Fair
Local FFA members from Marion, Warren, and Jasper Counties have earned multiple honors at the Iowa State Fair. Champion Flag Race: Emerson Hiemstra, Pleasantville FFA. Reserve Champion Flag Race: Abbey Votava, Pella FFA. Champion Pole Bending: Haiden Spray, Pella FFA. Reserve Champion Open Walk/Trot: Shay Henson, Martensdale-St. Mary’s FFA.
Burlington man arrested for theft
West Burlington, IA- The West Burlington Police Department has announced the arrest of a Burlington man for 2nd Degree Theft. According to a news release, at about 8:34 PM Monday, August 12th, West Burlington Police Officers responded to WW Transport, 701 E Mt Pleasant Street, in Burlington for a report of a stolen motor vehicle.
Creston police say ‘person of interest’ turns himself in after morning shooting
CRESTON, Iowa — The Creston Police Department says a person of interest is in custody following a shooting Thursday morning. According to a post on the department’s Facebook page, CPD took a report of a shooting Thursday morning and the victim drove themself to Greater Regional Health’s emergency room following the shooting. Their condition has […]
Iowa abortion providers dismiss legal challenge against state’s strict law now that it’s in effect
Iowa abortion providers opted to dismiss their lawsuit against the state Thursday, forgoing a continued legal battle after the Iowa Supreme Court upheld the state's strict abortion law and reiterated that there is no constitutional right to an abortion in the state.
Local youth helps Ronald McDonald Houses of Iowa through participation in the Governor’s Charity Steer show at the 2024 Iowa State Fair
AMES, Iowa – The Iowa State Fair is quickly approaching and plans for the annual Governor’s Charity Steer Show are in full swing. Iowa cattlemen support this great event that benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Iowa. Cheyenne Houk of Blakesburg, Iowa, has joined the Governor’s Charity...
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