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Willie Ray’s Q Shack to travel to Northwestern Iowa to help flood victims
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Cedar Rapids restaurant owner Willie Ray Fairley says he is taking a crew to northwestern Iowa this weekend to help Iowans impacted by devastating flooding. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Fairley said the team with Willie Ray’s Q Shack will be serving meals Saturday...
Sports Talk With Joe Tjaden: March 2024
These are “LOST” episodes or segments from earlier in the year. SPORTS TALK WITH JOE TJADEN: 3/16/2024 (FULL SHOW) SPORTS TALK WITH JOE TJADEN: 3/9/2024 (FULL SHOW) Your Fort Dodge · ALPHA MEDIA SPORTS BROADCAST – Sports Talk March 9th 2024. SPORTS TALK WITH JOE TJADEN...
Two Teens Injured and One Dead in Single-Vehicle Crash in Fort Dodge
(Fort Dodge, IA) – A tragic incident at a Fort Dodge park claimed the life of a 16-year-old girl and led to another teenage girl being airlifted to a hospital in Des Moines. The crash involved a single vehicle, a Chevy Malibu, which the driver lost control of, causing it to collide with a tree. A third passenger received treatment at the scene and was later released. The Iowa State Patrol is currently investigating the crash, and there has been no update on the condition of the hospitalized driver.
KLEM News for Thursday, July 4
FEMA teams are expected in Le Mars soon, to assess flood damage. This is Fire Rescue Chief Dave Schipper. They will also discuss ways to prevent future flood damages. One other note from Schipper flood report to the city council. He said at no time was the city’s water supply in danger. Schipper received several calls from people concerned about shutting off water because of the flood. He says Le Mars’ water source is safe from floods and at no time was it in danger.
Coloff Media Mason City Adds Bob Fisher Following Alpha Exit
Fisher served as News Director for Alpha’s Mason City cluster until being part of the company’s on-going talent purge. He will begin his duties with Coloff Media’s Mason City duo in August interviewing local newsmakers for on-air and online reports and serving as play-by-play voice for Clear Lake High School sports on KLKK.
Second Day of All Class Reunion Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the second day of the All Class Reunion in Guthrie Center. Class pictures and displays will be available for viewing from 9am to 4pm on, with the parade to start at 10am. Art on State Street will have an artist spotlight from 11am to 1pm, with a presentation from Don Todd during the same time frame at the Mary J Barnett Memorial Library. A petting zoo will open at the fairgrounds from 11am to 1pm, with a bags tournament beginning at noon, and a concert by Wyatt Sheeder taking place at the Methodist Church beginning at 2pm.
Panora Sidewalk Sales Begin Today
Today marks the start of the Panora Sidewalk Sales for this weekend. According to Event Organizer Chelsea Schwartz, businesses and individuals are both invited to participate. They will set up on the sidewalks around the square and the surrounding blocks, and sell items to those who come to enjoy the event. With no set hours, checking social media for the local businesses is a good idea, as they may have self imposed hours for today and tomorrow. Schwartz adds that this is a good opportunity for businesses to see their customers outside their store, and an opportunity for those who may only be passing through to stop and find out more about the town and community.
Reminder of Ordinances for Fireworks in Guthrie County
The Fourth of July may have passed, but some may still be celebrating with fireworks. Residents of the main towns in Guthrie County need to remember what their town’s ordinances are for fireworks. For Stuart, fireworks are allowed from June 1st to July 8th, and can only be lit on private property. Additionally, fireworks can only be shot off between the hours of 9am and 10pm, except for July 4th and the Saturdays and Sundays directly preceding and following the holiday, when they are allowed between 9am and 11pm for Stuart residents to remember. Guthrie Center and Panora both do not permit fireworks within city limits.
Out of disaster, a helping hand
Nebraska’s severe weather has been relentless in recent years – from drought and wildfire to floods and tornados. One Nebraska teen knows that all too well. After a tornado destroyed her family’s home and farm buildings near Ames, Nebraska, she’s teaching kids about being prepared for the worst.
Essential Dos and Don’ts for Iowa’s New THC Regulations
On Monday, July 1st at midnight, a new law went into effect, causing some restaurants, bars, and distributors to panic. It's a new state law focused on the use and sale of tetrahydrocannabinol, otherwise known as THC. The new law (HF 2605) does not outright ban THC in products like...
Fireworks Ordinance Reminder for Jefferson Residents
The Jefferson Police Department is reminding residents about the fireworks ordinance. Police Chief Mark Clouse says fireworks are still illegal to shoot off within city limits. “That would not include sparklers, snakes, that type of novelty item that you can buy at Dollar General or somewhere. But anything that you...
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