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Iowa voters react to presidential race shakeup
DES MOINES, Iowa — On a Monday afternoon we found three voices inside Smokey Row coffee shop to share their thoughts on the 2024 presidential race. “I’m a republican at heart,” Linda Woods explained as she reacted to the latest news of president Joe Biden ending his re-election campaign. Across the room, Margo Keller proclaimed […]
Marion changes hiring practice to try and fill police department
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - The Marion Police Chief says hiring new officers just got a lot faster. Marion’s City Council recommended pausing the Civil Service Commission’s involvement in hiring officers. They oversee the process for hiring and firing certain city employees- like police- to ensure it’s fair.
Solon falls to Benton, 5-1, in Iowa high school softball state tournament quarterfinal
FORT DODGE — Solon softball lost 10 straight games over seven days this season and finished the regular season with four straight losses, so a trip to the Iowa high school state tournament didn’t seem to be in the cards. But the Spartans rallied, winning all three of their regional matchups and earning a spot in Fort Dodge. It wouldn’t be easy as the lowest seed and top-seeded Benton sent Solon packing, 5-1, in the quarterfinals on...
Junior Legion State: Central City Now 3-0, St. Paul 2-1
Central City is the only team that’s still unbeaten in the Class B Junior state tournament in Valley. Central City downed West Point 7-3 Monday night to improve to 3-0 in the tourney. Next up for Central City is a matchup Tuesday night against Mt. Michael Benedictine, which is 2-1.
Ely City Leaders Break Ground On New Downtown Project
(Ely, IA) -- City leaders in Ely, Iowa, south of Cedar Rapids, are breaking ground on a new project. Main Street Legacy will bring storefronts with housing above them to the corner of Dows Street and Main Street downtown... Ely Mayor Scott Ladwig tells Iowa's News Now that its a...
North Liberty Community Pantry looking to expand with increase in need
The North Liberty Community Pantry is looking to raise $4 million to fund a new 10,500-square-foot facility to meet increased needs and the growing population in rural Johnson County. The pantry has doubled the amount of food served and nearly doubled the number of families served since 2021, according to...
Cant-miss summer fun in Johnson Co. from live music to movies in the park and Swisher Fun Days
Though the end of summer is looming, there is still plenty to do in Iowa City and Johnson County, from live music to free activities and small-town celebrations. Here are five things to do during the last weekend of July. Swisher Fun Days ...
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...
Iowa City Community School District unveils timeline to discuss cell phone policy in school
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa City Community School District decided on a timeline to change its policies on cell phones at school. Parents and educators will give input on what they think should change over the next three months. The board approved a timeline to consider changes to its phone, artificial intelligence, and technology policies.
“Back in the Game”: An Iowa football fan guide to EA Sports College Football 25
After 11 years of eager waiting, Iowa football fans can finally celebrate the anticipated return of the EA Sports College Football series to the market. The series was placed on hiatus following a disagreement over the game’s use of college player likeness but returned after NIL was introduced in 2021 — allowing players to get compensation for their involvement in the game. Over 10,000 current college football players appear in the game.
Hawkeye multi-event athlete Austin West embraces coaching role in fellow West High hurdler’s journey to state title
His two feet planted on the rough track, the legs above them warm but not fully regenerated after a grueling long jump competition, the last two years culminated in this moment. A series of hurdles before him, the only obstacle in his way from an Iowa state title, Aiden Jacobsen...
Kennedy Blades Signs With Iowa
IOWA CITY, Iowa – 2024 Olympian Kennedy Blades has signed a national letter of intent to join the University of Iowa women’s wrestling program starting in 2024. Iowa head coach Clarissa Chun made the announcement on Tuesday. The Chicago, native is a three-time world medalist. At u20s, Blades brought home gold in 2021 and a bronze in 2023. She also competed at the 2023 u23 world championships where she captured the silver medal. She was also the first girl to win an Illinois state championship and took second at the 2020 US Olympic Trials at the age of 17. Blades...
82-year-old looks forward to running fiftieth Bix
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -Perhaps it has become a test of will. Gary Fischer of Iowa City has run and completed every single Bix 7 race since it began and plans to be out there again on July 27 to do it for the 50th annual event. Fischer, a former Bettendorf...
Iowa Football: Greg McElroy believes Iowa is a 'legitimate College Football Playoff contender'
INDIANAPOLIS-- It's starting to truly feel like football season as Big Ten Media Days kicked off on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes will be meeting with the media on Wednesday to discuss the year ahead, changes compared to last season and much more. It's also the season of projections. On Monday, Cleveland.com...
2024 NCAAF Cheat Sheet: Iowa Hawkeyes Stats & Odds
It is back to the drawing board for the Iowa Hawkeyes, who head into 2024 with hopes of transforming their woeful offense. Much of the same personnel is back, but the Hawkeyes did make one significant change: former Western Michigan head coach and Green Bay Packers assistant Tim Lester was brought on as their new offensive coordinator.
Caitlin Clark, Duke Slater and more: Herky on Parade statues made into bobbleheads
Fan-favorite, life-sized Herky statues are now available in miniature form. Bobblehead versions of 26 statues from the third edition of Herky on Parade are on sale through the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum website. ...
Iowa City Animal Services investigating cat bite incident
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KGAN) — Iowa City Animal Services is seeking information about the rabies vaccination status of a cat that bit an individual on Sunday, according to a Tuesday press release. The incident took place in the 700 block of Streb Street. The cat involved is described as...
Second not guilty plea in $100,000 theft from Floyd County senior citizen
CHARLES CITY, Iowa – A second not guilty plea is entered over $100,000 stolen from an elderly person in Floyd County. Charmaine R. Carr, 37 of Charles City, has now pleaded not guilty to financial exploitation of an older individual. Carr’s trial is scheduled to begin on September 17.
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