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Couple needs to be rescued from Sioux City home after tree falls in storm
Thunderstorms have been rolling across Iowa bringing strong winds and heavy rain. Winds were clocked between 60 and 70 miles an hour in Sioux City in western Iowa just before midnight. Numerous power lines were knocked down by falling tree limbs. Sioux City Fire Captain Ryan Collins says they did...
Woodbury County Data on Lead Poisoning Finds Disconnect between Latinos and Healthcare Providers
In 2023, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) analyzed results focused on 1- and 2-year-olds exposed to lead poisoning. Lead is highly toxic and can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, headaches and other symptoms. Even small amounts of lead can be dangerous to a child. HHS collected data from 2 focus groups in the Latino community in Sioux City; one made up of families and the other of housing sector professionals. They chose Woodbury County because data showed 1- and 2-year-old Latino children tested with higher than normal lead in their blood and are tested less than other children, which means they face a higher risk for lead poisoning. HHS sees this as a double burden risk for lead poisoning. Kevin Officer, manager of HHS’s Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, along with the University of Iowa Institute of Public Health Practice, Research and Policy, led the efforts. “The purpose of the focus groups was for the childhood lead program to gain a better understanding of the double burden risks faced by these populations. Our goal is to empower communities to take charge in reversing the trends we are seeing in the data; create an awareness of the issues and educate communities on steps they can take to begin to address the health impacts lead poisoning can have on their children and their future potential.”
Primghar Hospital To Close, Clinics To Consolidate By End Of September
Clive, Iowa — The hospital in Primghar is going to close, and clinics in Paullina and Sutherland will consolidate with the Primghar clinic. That’s from MercyOne corporate officials. MercyOne Public Relations Manager Todd Mizener tells us that to adapt to the “changing health care needs of the communities...
UPDATE: Accused Columbia murderer who was captured in Iowa to go on trial this fall
An October murder trial has been set for a Columbia man charged with shooting a man to death in 2021 and then fleeing to Iowa. Boone County Circuit Judge Jeff Harris has scheduled the trial for 39-year-old Mark Alan Achterberg for October 1 through October 4. Achterberg is charged in Boone County Circuit Court with first degree murder and armed criminal action. He’s accused of shooting and killing Justin Stidham in November 2021.
‘We need it desperately’: A new clinic model could become more common in rural Nebraska
In an old chapel, Hasting’s newest health clinic will serve those who might otherwise not be able to afford healthcare. It’s a federally qualified health center (FQHC), one of only seven in the state. Also known as a community health center, FQHCs aim to give those who are...
Renderings show proposed $200 million expansion for Omaha's CHI Health Center
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha's downtown arena and convention center could be expanding. The CHI Health Center, located near 10th Street and Capitol Avenue, would be adding an additional 25 meeting rooms if a proposed $200 million expansion is approved. The expansion would give the venue 41 total meeting rooms...
Nebraska senator says governor misused public resources to promote his campaign and tax plan
Editor’s note: This story has been updated with response from the Governor’s Office. LINCOLN — State Sen. Danielle Conrad of Lincoln filed a campaign finance complaint against Gov. Jim Pillen on Tuesday, claiming that the first-term governor has misused taxpayer funds to promote his political campaign and his plans to reduce property taxes and slash […]
NEBRASKA MAN CHARGED IN DEATH OF DAKOTA CITY TEEN
A FREMONT, NEBRASKA MAN HAS BEEN ARRESTED AND CHARGED IN THE APRIL 27TH, 2023 DEATH OF A RURAL DAKOTA CITY TEENAGER. 50 YEAR OLD CHAD EVERETT BUNDY IS CHARGED WITH FELONY FAILURE TO STOP AND RENDER AID IN A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH ACCIDENT, MOTOR VEHICLE HOMICIDE, AND VIOLATING LOAD CONTENTS REQUIREMENTS.
Omaha woman sentenced in security guard’s murder
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The woman accused of shooting and killing a downtown Omaha security guard last year appeared in court on Tuesday. Keloni Jones, 24, has been sentenced to 20 years for manslaughter and 20 years for possessing a firearm while committing a felony. Her 40-year prison sentence is set to run consecutively, but Jones could be out in 20 years based on how the state calculates her time.
Major renovations in the works for Council Bluffs’ Westfair Fairgrounds and Amphitheater
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - There’s a lot going on at the Westfair Fairgrounds and Amphitheater in Council Bluffs. This includes concerts, car shows, and the West Pottawattamie County Fair. “They show animals, we have typically chickens and beef, the static projects, and the apple pie auction,” Curtis Letner, Fairgoer...
BE PREPARED: Frankie MacDonald Warns Of Severe Iowa Storms Wednesday
If there's one thing we know, it's that if Frankie MacDonald is telling you to be prepared, you better be prepared. In the years we've been following him, the kid's never gotten a single prediction wrong and even has predicted something as unpredictable as a volcano. Frankie just uploaded his...
Iowa Named One Of The Best States For Health Care
Living somewhere that has really good health care is really important. Almost as important as living in a very safe town. Luckily, Iowans can rest easy at night knowing that their state is in the top 5 best states for health care. I mean, think about it. We have great medical facilities and hospitals across the state. The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the Stead Family Children's Hospital are world renowned.
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