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Eastern Iowa Health Center to celebrate National Health Center Week August 9th
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC) is celebrating National Health Center Week -- with a Community Block Party -- this year. Right now, they are getting ready to hold that block party at the Wellington Height Campus in the 1200 block of 4th Avenue Southeast. That event is being held there Friday, August 9th.
Steep fines in Iowa set off state-federal showdown over child labor laws
Michelle Cox was in disbelief when a U.S. Department of Labor official told her earlier this year she was violating federal law by employing 14- and 15-year-olds past 7 p.m. on school nights. Cox, the owner of a Subway franchise in Maquoketa, Iowa, knew the state legislature had made substantial changes to state labor laws […] The post Steep fines in Iowa set off state-federal showdown over child labor laws appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.
Hidden Hazards: Iowa’s Heat Wave and the Bottled Water Danger!
Iowa summers are hot and another thing to beware of is drinking bottled water left in a hot car can could be dangerous to your health!. Have you ever left a case of bottled water in your car trunk on a hot summer day?. Spring Well says when plastic water...
Iowa Mobile ID is now available on Samsung Smart Wallet
Iowa Department of Transportation announced that the Iowa Mobile ID system will now be available on Samsung Smart Wallet on all Samsung Galaxy devices running Android 12.0 or above. "You can use your Iowa Mobile ID in Samsung Wallet at participating Travel Security Agency checkpoints including the Des Moines and Eastern Iowa airports," a DOT news release said. The news release clarifies that the Iowa Mobile ID does not replace a physical driver's license. ...
Lisa Bluder Herky Statue Unveiled in Iowa City [VIDEO]
Former Iowa women's basketball coach Lisa Bluder left a huge imprint on the women's basketball program and the University of Iowa. Tuesday, Bluder was honored as the latest incarnation of Herky in Iowa's Herky on Parade project. Bluder surprised many when she announced her retirement back in May. She had...
Corda Credit Union set to open new branch in North Liberty
NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa (KGAN) — Corda Credit Union will be expanding to North Liberty. The new branch, slated to open in late 2025, will be located in the Solomon’s Landing development, on the north side of West Penn Street, west of North Jones Boulevard. The facility will include...
Dream City to break ground on entrepreneurial hub facility in Iowa City August 2
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KGAN) — An eastern Iowa non-profit is getting ready to break ground on a redevelopment project that will bring in a new business hub. Dream City is a non-profit organization that advocates for community empowerment. They are planning to build an entrepreneurial hub facility. Organizers said...
Making Memz: Staying cautious for Iowa Football and comparing MJ to Caitlin
Adam Pedersen and Jordan Bohannon discuss an egregious top ten food list, Caitlin Clark might be Michael Jordan, “I was there” Hawkeye fan moments, and encourage fans to proceed with caution leading into football season. Presented by Terraplex Ag.
Higgins Named To Big Ten Preseason Honors List
IOWA CITY, Iowa – University of Iowa senior linebacker Jay Higgins has been named to the Big Ten Conference preseason honors list. The announcement was made by the league office on Tuesday. Twelve student-athletes from all 18 conference schools were selected by a media panel. Higgins has also been...
Iowa Hawkeyes Announce 2024-25 Competition Schedule
IOWA CITY, Iowa – University of Iowa swimming and diving has released its schedule for the 2024-25 season, head coach Nathan Mundt announced Thursday. The Hawkeyes will host six meets, including the NCAA Zone Diving Championships, at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center (CRWC) in 2024-25. “We’re excited about...
State: Nursing home resident suffocated while trapped in bed rails
A Cedar Falls nursing home has been cited for the death of a resident who suffocated while trapped between her bed rails and a wall. According to state inspection reports, a registered nurse at NewAldaya Lifescapes entered a female resident’s room shortly after 9 a.m. on June 16 and found the woman face down, wedged […] The post State: Nursing home resident suffocated while trapped in bed rails appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Teen charged in shooting at NorthPark Mall
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A 16-year-old Rock Island boy is facing charges in connection with a shooting at NorthPark Mall Monday afternoon. The boy has been charged as an adult with intimidation with a dangerous weapon, a Class C felony punishable by 10 years in prison, and possession of a firearm by a felon, a Class D felony punishable by five years in prison, according to online court records.
Foggy Morning and Sunny Afternoons Ahead for Western Iowa
Des Moines, IA – Western Iowa is experiencing patchy dense fog this morning, particularly in valley areas, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Des Moines. The fog, which is expected to lift by 8 AM, is causing visibility issues, reducing it to a quarter mile or less in some locations.
Univ. of Iowa unveils new Lisa Bluder Herky
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - There is a new edition to the Herky on Parade project, and it’s one that’s quite familiar to Iowa Basketball fans. Lisa Bluder is the all-time winningest coach in program history, having advanced to 22 postseason appearances (18 NCAA and four WNIT) in 24 seasons, including NCAA Tournament berths in 14 of the last 16 seasons.
Iowa Football 2024 Position Primer: Offensive Line
With the college football season right around the corner, HawkeyeInsider will take an in-depth look at each position group for Iowa entering the 2024 season. Today, we will take a look at the offensive line. Here are links to our previous position previews. Offseason recap. Iowa brings back a lot...
Cascade proposes security cameras in parks following costly vandalism
Our coverage partner KCRG reports security cameras could be coming to certain public parks in Cascade later this summer. The Cascade City Council met last night to consider the purchase of those cameras. The proposal for extra security is in response to vandalism at the Cascade Community Park last year....
Forest City Works With a Tree Doctor
The Forest City Council is working to try and control the infestation of the Emerald Ash Borer and other pests attacking city trees. Forest City Streets and Sanitation Director Andrew Faber commented to the city council that his team took matters into their own hands with part of the project.
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