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Meet the 10-year-old who blew away Iowa State Fair judges with his harmonica playing
August "Gus" Major's learned to love the blues from his dad who is in a band. So it only made sense that the 10-year-old would enter the Youth Harmonica Contest at the Iowa State Fair. Some might have been a little blue about being the only contestant, but not Gus. ...
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.
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.
Peytin Ellison to compete for Pancake Day Queen
MHS senior Peytin Ellison will be one of six young women vying for the title of Queen of the 75th Pancake Day, to be held in Centerville on September 27-28. She is sponsored by Rathbun Marina. Other candidates seeking to reign over Pancake Day include Avery Bishop, Noelle Craver, Veronica Hayes, Millie McDanolds, and Kenly Shilling. Chance Cook, who is also a senior at Moravia, will serve as one of the escorts for the pageant.
Mahaska Health Opens New CareRx Pharmacy to Enhance Patient Experience
Mahaska Health announces the opening of its new on-site pharmacy, CareRx, providing convenient, comprehensive, and cost-effective pharmaceutical services to the community. The new pharmacy is located next to the Walk-in Clinic through Door #4 at the Mahaska Health. Oskaloosa campus. Mahaska Health’s CareRx Pharmacy offers a seamless healthcare experience by...
Brock Brings Experienced Leadership to Oskaloosa Middle School During Year of Recovery
OSKALOOSA (Oskaloosa Schools) — The Oskaloosa Schools has appointed a one-year interim principal for Oskaloosa Middle School for the 2024-25 school year. At a time of healing and transition, OMS welcomes Linda Brock as the interim principal. Brock, a retired school administrator with over 37 years of experience, is stepping out of retirement to provide leadership and support for the school community following the passing of Mark Scholes, who died in a tragic swimming accident in Lake Michigan while on vacation with his family this summer.
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.
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...
Melon mania: Montrose 79th Watermelon Festival promises slices of fun
MONTROSE, IOWA (KHQA) — The 79th annual Montrose Watermelon Festival officially kicks off Thursday at 5pm. The festival takes place at the Ivor Fowler Community Center in Montrose, Iowa. Besides the over 9,000 pounds of watermelon that will be devoured throughout the festival, there will be a carnival, princess...
Music to their ears: Local coach finally allows tunes at practice
WAUKEE, Iowa — Waukee Northwest returns around about four starters on each side of the ball and is coming off a 7-win season. Head coach Corey Kopatich is old school — no sleeves, no extra swag, and absolutely no music at practice. Until this week. "I just convinced...
Lorimor man arrested after man with gunshot wounds drives himself to Creston hospital
A Lorimor man has been arrested after a man was treated for multiple gunshot wounds after driving himself to the hospital Thursday morning. According to a news release from the Iowa Department of Public Safety, Creston police were dispatched to the northwestern corner of the town after gunshots were reported at 7:37 a.m. ...
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.
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