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Conservation Field Day to Be Held Aug. 8 in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Crop farmers and anyone involved with on-farm conservation practices will get an in-person demonstration of some of the latest conservation efforts happening in Iowa during a special field day Aug. 8 being held in Cedar Rapids. Agronomists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach are...
With thousands of Iowa jobs already cut, how deep will the farm downturn will go?
A rush of farm-related layoffs in manufacturing and food processing has Iowa leaders and workers worried about how long and deep this agricultural downturn will be. So far this year, Deere & Co., Firestone/Bridgestone, Tyson and Smithfield have slashed about 3,750 jobs in Iowa and the Illinois side of the Quad Cities. With more...
Iowa family trying to rebuild after lightning strike sets home on fire
BOONE COUNTY, Iowa — A week after lightning struck his family's home, igniting a fire that burned the entire upstairs floor, Michael Crowson said he is unsure of how to proceed. For nearly five years, Crowson has dedicated his downtime to renovating his family's "fixer-upper," which is outside of...
PETA Pushes Iowa State Fair to Drop Animal Exhibits
A popular tradition at the Iowa State Fair had to be canceled this year for a startling reason. The bird flu is throwing a wrench in the plans for event organizers. Officials for the Iowa State Fair announced that due to the recent outbreaks of avian influenza, they have decided to cancel the milking parlor and "I Milked a Cow" experiences for this fair season.
Meet the 20 Iowans Set to Battle It Out at the Iowa State Fair for a Chance at Millions
Get Ready for the Iowa State Fair’s Most Epic Jackpot Extravaganza. As money and jackpots go, this is going to be BIG! Twenty lucky Iowans are about to take their shot at winning up to a mind-blowing $5 MILLION right at the Iowa State Fair! That’s right, $5 MILLION! Do they take oversized checks at the drive-thru window? Asking for a friend.
Iowa law banning most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy to take effect Monday
An Iowa judge has ruled the state's strict abortion law will take effect Monday, preventing most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy, before many women know they are pregnant.
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.
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.
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...
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...
EDM Festival Shifts Location from Independence to Waterloo
Last year, a new and unique music festival premiered in Eastern Iowa. Organizers viewed it as a successful event, so they decided to do it again this year. The Balance Music & Arts Festival is an EDM (electronic dance music) festival that will take place right here in Eastern Iowa.
Allamakee County sheriff takes over Lansing policing amid staff resignations
The Allamakee County Sheriff's Department will take over law enforcement services in Lansing, Iowa, after the town's police officers submitted their resignations or left for other departments. Lansing Mayor Mike Verdon says the sheriff's office will manage until the city hires new officers. Mayor Verdon issued the following statement to...
America’s Got Talent Casting Producer Coming To Eastern Iowa Festival
A Quad Citian could find themselves on the national stage!. Alternating Currents, an exciting festival of art, music, comedy, and film, will be the searching ground for America's Got Talent!. According to a post from the festival, a Casting Producer for the show will be coming to the Quad Cities...
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