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Awesome Craft/Makers Markets Happening in Eastern Iowa This Fall
Earlier this month, Midwest Living published a list of '10 Great Makers Markets to Visit This Fall.' We're happy to report that one Iowa market made the cut! It's called The Pear Fair, and it's held annually in Cedar Falls. The Pear Fair is a popular craft fair that showcases...
Waterloo West’s Carson Nielsen, Cedar Falls’ Will Tompkins named to Bound Iowa’s Preseason All-Iowa football team
Bound Iowa has released its Preseason All-Iowa high school football team and two Metro student-athletes were recognized. Waterloo West offensive lineman Carson Nielsen and Cedar Falls offensive lineman Will Tompkins were both named to Bound Iowa’s Preseason All-Iowa high school football team’s offense. Nielsen is a 4-star recruit...
On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, DEA Encourages Communities to Continue Education Efforts
OMAHA, Neb. – The five state Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division, which includes Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota, is reminding Midwestern communities to continue education efforts that raise awareness to the life-threatening consequences of fentanyl experimentation and use while recognizing National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August 21.
Iowa Teen Caught Going Over 120 mph On a Suspended License
An Iowa teenager landed in the hottest of waters after being caught going well over 100 mph near Ottumwa. The kicker? He was driving on a suspended license. The Iowa State Patrol are hoping this serves as a reminder for parents to talk to their children who are just starting to drive or are actively learning the Rules of the Road about the dangers of excessive speed.
Proposal: Nursing home would have 10 years to pay $1 million owed to the state
An Iowa nursing home that owes taxpayers more than $1 million has negotiated a 10-year payment plan with state officials. In May, the for-profit Tabor Manor Care Center in Fremont County filed for bankruptcy, listing $1.3 million in assets and $2.3 million in liabilities. By far, the 46-bed nursing home’s single largest creditor is the […]
Pre-Season Cross Country Rankings Released
(Area) — The Iowa Association of Track Coaches have released its Team and Individual Pre-Season Rankings for the 2024 season. In Class 1A, ACGC Boys are ranked #3 — the Chargers finished 2nd at last year’s state meet. Lake Mills is #1 followed by Earlham and then the Chargers while Danville and Ankeny Christian round out the top 5 1A boys. Woodbine is 9th and IKM Manning is 17th.
Two-A-Days: Aaron Thomas steps into interim head coaching role for 2024
PARKERSBURG, Iowa — For the 2024 season, Aaron Thomas will fill the position that his father occupied for so many years as the head coach of Aplington-Parkersburg's football team. The Falcons are coming off a 3-6 season, and lost plenty of talent at their skill positions. But they do...
PAWS Humane Society “Chips for Pets” Wednesday (08.21) in Charles City
PAWS Humane Society is hosting its latest “Chips for Pets” event Wednesday (08.21) at the Avenue of the Saints Vet Clinic in Charles City. Jamie Peichel with PAWS says the walk-in event allows Floyd County dog and/or cat owners to get up to two pets microchipped. Peichel adds...
New Cedar Rapids Sports Themed Restaurant is Now Open
A new sports-themed restaurant is now open in Cedar Rapids and it looks like the perfect place to celebrate gameday!. We reported back in June that a new sports restaurant was coming to 3025 Mt. Vernon Road in Cedar Rapids. That was the previous location of Mamacita Taco Bar which announced in May that they would be closing. Well, say hello to Pregame Brew and Chew! The new restaurant officially opened for business this week!
Coralville Looks to Build New Park with Hiking, Biking, and Goats
The city of Coralville has approved a plan that would transform nearly 110 acres into a huge community park. The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports that the West Land Use Park Master Plan, which was approved by the city council last week, includes hiking trails, mountain bike trails, a nature education center, and even a goat barn! The project would be built on undeveloped land west of the Oakdale Medical and Classification Center in Coralville.
Charles City Swimming Pool Repairs to Begin Soon
The City of Charles City could invest upwards of $6 million on a pair of water-related improvement projects. With the Lions Field Swimming Pool now closed for the season, City Administrator Steve Diers says crews will start this month on the first round of some $800,000 in repairs and upgrades to extend the life of the facility, now over 30 years old.
Gladbrook-Reinbeck football coach John Olson previews Rebels’ 2024 season
Gladbrook-Reinbeck high school football coach John Olson recently joined The Fan to preview the Rebels’ upcoming 2024 season. Listen to ‘Cole & Company’ weekdays from 5-6p throughout August for 2024 season previews of Metro & Area high school football teams.
City of Dubuque Health Department Seeking Dog Involved in Biting Incident
DUBUQUE, Iowa – The City of Dubuque Health Services Department is seeking information regarding a dog involved in a biting incident that occurred on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at about 12:00PM in the 2000 Block of University Ave. The dog was running loose at the time of the incident. The dog is described as a mix breed dog with black, white, and brown spotted coat. The dog came from the North West direction and left the incident in an unknown direction of travel.
Changes announced for upcoming Market After Dark in downtown Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The popular Market After Dark makes a return to downtown Cedar Rapids this Saturday, Aug. 24. The event runs from 6:30 to 11 p.m. with more than 125 vendors, live entertainment and more. See photos from last year’s Market After Dark. Changes include additional...
Peacocks to Induct Four to UIU Athletics Hall of Fame at Homecoming Ball
The Peacock Athletics Department is excited that this year's Hall of Fame inductions will be back on Upper Iowa University's 2024 Homecoming Weekend as part of the Homecoming Ball "Night of the Peacocks" on Oct. 11. Four Peacocks will be inducted into the UIU Athletics Hall of Fame including Tyler...
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