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Your Cans Will No Longer Be Accepted At Select Iowa Walmarts
Those who aren't taking their bottles and cans back to get their deposit in Iowa are really wasting a huge chunk of money every year. Iowa is one of 10 states that has a "bottle bill" that allows you to return select bottles and cans to be redeemed for a few cents. In Iowa, bottles and cans that are eligible for a return are worth 5 cents. But no matter where you buy your cans or bottles in Iowa, the store charges you a 5-cent deposit. So, if you don't bring your bottles and cans back to be redeemed, you're wasting a lot of money.
Sierra Club asks EPA to take over oversight of Iowa waters because of state failures
The U.S. government should oversee Iowa cities, farms and businesses' impact on the state's waters, an environmental group says, arguing the state has done a poor job protecting its rivers, lakes and streams. The Sierra Club Iowa Chapter filed a petition this week, asking the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to pull the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ authority to enforce the 1972 Clean Water Act, the legal framework for improving and preserving the nation’s waters. ...
RAGBRAI 2024 Day 7 preview: Riders finish with trek from Mount Pleasant to Burlington
The hilliest ride in RAGBRAI history will cover its final miles Saturday as tired riders glide down to the Mississippi River at Burlington for the traditional ride-ending tire dip. Will they drive home glad to be done with the seven-day journey, or will they be wishing for just one day more? Here's what's...
RAGBRAI cyclists in Washington County enjoy last stretch of ride, ends on Saturday
BRIGHTON, Iowa (KGAN) — Iowa's historic RAGBRAI rolled through the small town of Brighton on Friday ahead of the last stop on Saturday. This week marks 51 years of the event, with cyclists riding 434 miles from Glenwood to Burlington. For many on the road, its not the first...
Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra to Host “Several Men Who Can Cook” Event
Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra (OSO) invites the public to attend the favorite annual event with the slightly revamped title “Several Men Who Can Cook”, which will be held at Bridge View Center on August 3, beginning at 11:00 am. Local celebrity chefs will prepare servings of their favorite recipe...
9-year-old sells Iowa-inspired 3D-printed keychains along RAGBRAI route
LIBERTYVILLE — Cutler Earnest turned his 3D printing skills into an entrepreneurial venture along Friday's RAGBRAI route. Earnest, 9, of Hedrick, parked his stand outside his grandmother's restaurant, Peck's Pub, in pass-through town Libertyville. Next to assorted baked goods, Earnest sat confidently behind a rotating rack lined with 3D-printed keychains of the state of Iowa and bicycles of various colors and sizes. ...
Congress Passes Illinois Rep Sorensen’s Bill to Ensure American Flags are Made in America
The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed Congressman Eric Sorensen’s (IL-17) bipartisan All-American Flag Act, which will require the federal government to only purchase flags that are entirely produced and manufactured in the United States. The bill now goes to the president’s desk to be signed into law.
Deadly Listeria Outbreak Hits Midwest States
Dozens sick and 2 dead as a new listeria outbreak from deli meat spreads through the Midwest to the East Coast. The CDC is currently investigating the source of this most recent listeria outbreak and has so far connected this issue to meat sliced at delis,. Many people in this...
'He comes with a wealth of knowledge': Kirk Ferentz eager for Tim Lester era of Hawkeye football
DES MOINES, Iowa-- It took over 90 days to make the hire, but Iowa feels great about new offensive coordinator Tim Lester. The former Western Michigan head coach brings a new dynamic to Iowa's offense that it hasn't seen before in the Kirk Ferentz era. This week, Ferentz expanded about why Lester was the right person for the job.
Luke Lachey's resiliency key in helping star tight end bounce-back in 2024
DES MOINES, Iowa-- Iowa tight end Luke Lachey had a massive decision to make following last season. Despite only playing in 2.5 games last season, Lachey was seen as an early draft pick due to his athleticism, size and overall upside. The talented 6-foot-6 playmaker told 247Sports that he felt like there was more to accomplish and that was why he opted to return.
DNR: Kraft Heinz didn’t monitor wastewater pollution for years in Muscatine
A large eastern Iowa facility that makes ketchup and other condiments failed for more than two years to monitor contaminants in the more than 1 million gallons of untreated wastewater it discharged into a creek each day, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Kraft Heinz Foods Company recently agreed to pay an $8,000 […]
Your guide to the 50th annual Quad-City Times Bix 7
DAVENPORT, Iowa — One of the Quad Cities' most popular events is back for a very special anniversary. On Saturday, July 27, runners will take off for the 50th annual Quad-City Times Bix 7. Racers will start their seven-mile runs at 8 a.m. in downtown Davenport. The shortened Quick Bix will also take off at the same time.