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Ralphie from ‘A Christmas Story’ Coming to Cedar Rapids [VIDEO]
It may still be August, but many of you are no doubt already dreaming of a white Christmas. Snow on the ground, gathering with family and friends, and of course, watching our favorite holiday specials and movies. If you look at any respectable list of America's favorite holiday films, you'll always find 'A Christmas Story' at or near the top of the list!
Working Iowa: Ace Handyman Services reflects on hiring climate during first year in business
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Employers have a lot to juggle from staffing and materials, to customers just to name a few. We caught up with Ace Handyman Services about their experience hiring during their first year in business. The company in Marion recently celebrated one year in business the...
Iconic Iowa Store Keeps Getting Confused for An Olympian
It's a time-honored tradition that Americans cheer on Olympians representing Team USA. We get to see the greatest athletes on the planet competing against each other for fame and glory. However, one Olympic event and one specific Olympian from Australia was the subject of a slew of online attention recently.
Learn Grant Writing with ISU Extension and Outreach Online Workshops
Nonprofit, government and school district representatives can boost their grant writing skills by enrolling in three upcoming Online Grant Writing 101 Workshops. Aug. 22, 1-4 p.m. Learn more and register at https://go.iastate.edu/W4C4R8. Sept. 24, 9 a.m.-noon. Learn more and register at https://go.iastate.edu/5V0KQ0. Oct. 23, 9 a.m.-noon. Learn more and register...
Hiawatha to open new fire station
HIAWATHA, Iowa (KCRG) - For years, the Hiawatha Fire Department has suffered from space issues, at Fire Station 1 they had to turn its classroom space into bedrooms; with the opening of the new Fire Station 2 they hope to put that problem behind them. Fire Station 2 has been...
Iowa’s Offensive Line Eyes Progress
Iowa’s veteran offensive line hopes to be a factor in turning a struggling offense around this season. Considered a weakness the past few years that unit expect to show improvement. Senior Mason Richman has 39 career starts at left tackle. Richman and the offensive line have battled injuries and...
Updated Iowa Football Position Battles
The Iowa football team is less than two weeks away from the start of the 2024 season. That means the Hawkeyes are getting close to ending their position battles with the close of fall camp. Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz is fond of saying that every position is up for grabs in fall camp, but […] The post Updated Iowa Football Position Battles appeared first on On3.
Midwest Miracle: Iowa Eggplant Shatters World Record!
A monster eggplant grown in Iowa has set a new world record. Iowa farmer Dave Bennett has cultivated his way into the record books. This Davis County wonder didn't just break the record; it shattered it. The Iowa Department of Agriculture confirmed that Bennett's purple powerhouse tipped the scales at...
Iowans excited to hear from candidates at historic Democratic National Convention
CHICAGO — A total of 46 delegates are representing Iowa on the national stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. The Democratic delegates represent every part of the state and come from virtually every walk of life. Some are elected officials, union members, farmers and even teachers. “They...
2024 now a record year for Iowa tornadoes
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — A preliminary count shows Iowa's 20-year tornado record has been broken with less than half the year remaining. As of Aug. 17, 2024 Iowa has seen 122 tornadoes; the previous record was 120 tornadoes in 2004. Direct year-to-year comparisons are difficult as several factors...
USDA and Heartland taking applications for $3.7 million food businesses grant
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Heartland Regional Food Business Center are accepting grant applications from small- to mid-sized farmers and food businesses in the central U.S. The first round of Business Builder Grants is worth about $3.7 million, and awardees will receive between $5,000 to $50,000. Only projects based in Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, […]
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