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ISU guard Curtis Jones is eager to reprise his sparkplug role this season for the Cyclones
AMES — Thirty-two seconds remained. Iowa State guard Curtis Jones toed the free-throw line, drew in a deep breath, and calmly sank what proved to be two decisive free throws. The date: Jan. 20, 2024. The opponent: No. 19 TCU. The outcome: A 73-72 Cyclone win that sparked a...
Street Closings Set During Storm Lake Sewer Work
The City of Storm Lake will be completing critical work to the sanitary sewer infrastructure in Scout Park and the sewer piping downstream. According to a news release from the city, a temporary piping system needs to be installed to ensure continued sewer service. While the system is in place, small areas of several roads will be closed to allow the pipe to cross including Grand Avenue, College Avenue, Otsego Street, and the intersection of Ontario Street and 3rd Street. Ramps across the piping will allow pedestrian traffic to cross at the seven closure points.
Funeral Service Foundation and Homesteaders Life Company Announce Major Gifts in Response to Iowa Flooding, Request Others to Join in Support
Funeral Service Foundation and Homesteaders Life Company Announce Major Gifts in Response to Iowa Flooding, Request Others to Join in Support. Brookfield, Wis. – In response to the recent, devastating floods affecting Northern and Northwestern Iowa, the Funeral Service Foundation and Homesteaders Life Company have pledged a combined $20,000 to the Iowa Funeral Directors Association’s Flood Relief Fund.
Iowa’s ag secretary comments on Deere’s latest job cuts
(Radio Iowa) – Ag equipment maker John Deere is announcing plans to eliminate some 800 jobs at plants in Iowa and Illinois over the coming weeks. It follows word last month the company would shift production of its skid steer loaders and compact track loaders from Dubuque to Mexico by the end of 2026. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is reacting to the news. “Anytime that you’re hearing about roll backs, layoffs, moving things outside of the state of Iowa or the United States,” Naig says, “you’re concerned about those things, you want to understand them.”
University of Iowa and Iowa State University drop in U.S. News & World Report global ranks
In the most recent U.S. News & World Report, the University of Iowa fell 45 spots in Best Global Universities Rankings, while Iowa State University's ranking dropped 81 spots. The University of Iowa ranked 180th in last year's list, but fell to 225th in 2024. Iowa State University was ranked 263rd in 2023 and is now ranked 344th.
KLEM News For Wednesday, July 3
The Le Mars city council heard a report on flood impacts at their meeting Tuesday. Fire Rescue Chief Dave Schipper said the main concern was keeping the city waste treatment plant in operation during the flood. He said the employees there were isolated at the facility for a while, but kept operations going, and the flood did not overwhelm the city’s waste treatment system. If it had, sewage backup would have affected many homes in the city. The flood did damage the small screen in the waste treatment plant, and it will be an expensive repair – some 250-thousand dollars.
Summit proposes August and September meetings for pipeline extensions
Summit Carbon Solutions has proposed new public informational meeting dates for 23 counties that would span about four weeks. The company that recently gained approval from state regulators for its carbon dioxide pipeline system in Iowa wants to proceed with expansion requests for that system starting in late August.
John Deere Continues with Layoffs Across Midwest in Illinois & Iowa
So far this year over 1,000 workers in Iowa have lost their jobs at John Deere; that includes the recent announcement of layoffs coming to Davenport on August 30th of 211 workers and the 99 being released from the Dubuque plant on the same date. John Deere, a leading manufacturer...
Spencer, IA launches ‘Recovery Resource Hub’ website to provide residents with the latest information
SPENCER, Iowa (KTIV) - The Northwest Iowa town of Spencer is still rebuilding after it was hit with historically high flood waters that damaged homes and infrastructure. As residents begin the long process of returning things to normal, Spencer has launched its new “Recovery Resource Hub.” This website is meant to be a one-stop shop providing the most up-to-date information for anyone who needs it. The hub has information on how to donate and volunteer to help the people of Spencer, what resources are available for residents and a section for frequently asked questions.
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