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NIACC To Offer A Training Program for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Starting this fall, North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) will offer the EDUCATE (Education, Career, and Training Experience) program, which will provide an inclusive and supportive environment for students with intellectual disabilities. EDUCATE is a four-semester post-secondary education program that will empower students by offering personalized academic support, career preparation, life skills development, and social opportunities The curriculum for each student will be individualized to incorporate the approved core classes of the program, as well as approved electives that are in the student’s area of interest.
Eastern Iowa Art Museum Offering Free Admission In July
You don't have to spend a lot of money to see some beautiful art. We always like to do free stuff and it's a bonus when it's inside with air conditioning. And some art and culture is never a bad idea. The Figge Art Museum in downtown Davenport will be...
Building sustained damage after Cedar Rapids Fire
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - On Sunday, the Cedar Rapids Fire Department responded to the 800 block of Center Point Road Northeast after receiving a report of smoke coming from the building. When the fire fighters arrived at the scene they found smoke coming from the building’s side dormer. No...
Softball Roundup: Solon Storms Past No. 11 West Liberty in Regional Semifinal
Solon had a strong start to the postseason on Thursday hammering 12 hits in an opening-round win over Vinton-Shellsburg. Things got a whole lot better for the Spartans on Saturday. Solon pounded 13 hits and exploded for 11 runs and rolled to a 11-1 win over No. 11 West Liberty...
No. 10 Clear Creek Amana Advances to Regional Title Game With Win Over Charles City
OXFORD – To make a postseason run just about every team is going to have to overcome a little bit of adversity. Clear Creek Amana just did that in its postseason opener. After Charles City (25-6) scored a pair of runs to take a 2-1 lead in the fifth inning Class 4A No. 10 Clear Creek Amana responded with four unanswered runs on its way to a 5-2 win in a Region 7 semifinal on Saturday in Oxford.
1981 – Indee Shrine Race to Ed Sanger
Ed Sanger won the fourth annual El Kahir Shrine late model race at the Independence Motor Speedway. Co-promoters Jack Hunt (left) and Vern Weber (right) join Sanger in victory lane. Independence, Iowa (July 14, 1981) – Veteran Ed Sanger of Waterloo, took the lead at the drop of the green...
Rantizo Receives FAA Approval For Advanced Drone Operations
Iowa City, Iowa – Rantizo, the largest drone spraying network in the country, has achieved a significant milestone in drone operations with the approval of an amendment to Exemption No. 18929B, allowing Rantizo service hub operators to swarm up to 3 drones over 55 pounds, without a visual observer (VO), and at night.
VIDEO: Charles Johnson Lands Brutal Uppercut KO To Stall Joshua Van’s Rise At UFC Fight Night Denver
Charles Johnson had tough competition on his hands when he faced rising flyweight star Joshua Van in the featured prelim bout of Saturday’s UFC Fight Night in Denver. Johnson came into the fight as a notable underdog, and Van appeared to be proving the sportsbooks correct through the first two rounds.
With firefighters out of service, Strawberry Point council to vote on Fire Chief's future
STRAWBERRY POINT, Iowa — Just days after their entire volunteer firefighter staff turned in their pagers, the Strawberry Point City Council is scheduled to vote on whether to appoint Fire Chief Nic Stelken to another two-year term. Wednesday's council meeting agenda includes that item. Mayor Hannah Evans says firefighters...
U.S. Coast Guard Reopens Mississippi River To Boaters, Still Recommends Staying Off The Water
The United States Coast Guard has changed its stance and is now allowing recreational boating on the Mississippi River, but still recommends boaters stay off the water. In their most recent update, the Coast Guard changed from prohibiting to now Strongly Discouraging boating on river in the Dubuque pool and all others still experiencing flooding conditions. In a message on the Coast Guard social media, they say after speaking to port partners and government agencies along the river, they are no longer prohibiting recreational boating in the pools in the High Water Action Phase at this time however recreational boating is now strongly discouraged.
Not Quite Ozsome, Not Quite a Baum: “The Wizard of Oz,” at the Timber Lake Playhouse through July 28
The summer-theatre season trundles on with the latest from the Timber Lake Playhouse: The Wizard of Oz. While it features some strong performances, a children’s choir double digits strong, and even an acting dog, certain directing choices made by Chaz Wolcott hinder this timeless classic. Post Author: Mike Schulz.
“Illinois Troops at the Battle of Gettysburg” Leads July 16th TAPS ON TUESDAY
On Tuesday, July 9th, “Taps on Tuesday” was sounded at 6:00 p.m. in a light rain, but the program on “Illinois Troops at the Battle of Gettysburg” was postponed until this week’s “Taps” Program. This week’s program hosts and speakers are Greg Green, Larry Weatherford, and Tara Auter. Rebecca Woodrum will perform the National Anthem, and “Taps” will be presented by Ruth Sowers. “Taps on Tuesday” is held each week between Memorial Day and the day after Labor Day at the Soldiers Circle at Spring Hill Cemetery in Danville. Presented by the Vermilion County War Museum and the Ward Hill Lamon Civil War Roundtable.
Tapestry Fest weaves together food, music, and entertainment from around the world
MT. PLEASANT, Iowa — The second annual Tapestry Fest showcased Mount Pleasant’s diverse community with representation from the Americas, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Europe. PFLAG started the event in 2023 because they feel it’s important to be aware of everyone in the community. “It's been nothing but...
MidAmerican outage map shows power is back in Urbandale after Monday tornado
A round of severe weather, including at least one tornado, pushed through the Des Moines metro area during rush hour on Monday. Severe weather threats continued across the state and severe storms battered the Quad Cities area, leaving tens of thousands without power there. Follow more updates as Iowans continue to clean...
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