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Reaghan Oakleaf Reflects on Past Year at Springbrook
Iowa Department of Natural Resources Natural Resource Tech 1 Reaghan Oakleaf has been serving Springbrook State Park patrons for over one year. Oakleaf joined the park’s staff in May of 2023, and says she has been having fun while at work. She tells Raccoon Valley Radio that she really enjoys the park and the people.
State Representative Maura Hirschauer Visits WinCup in West Chicago
WinCup Welcomes State Representative Maura Hirschauer to its West Chicago Manufacturing Facility –Leading foodservice manufacturer and Hirschauer discussed the company’s focus on . innovation to create environmentally friendly, sustainable solutions. West Chicago, Ill. (August 8, 2024) –WinCup, a leading national manufacturer of disposable foodservice products, met with Representative...
Farmer Devasted by Loss of Beloved Dog Falls to Knees in Tears When Wife Surprises Him With Blue “Healer” Puppy to Be His New Farm Companion
A farmer left devasted by the loss of his beloved dog fell to his knees in tears when he was surprised with a puppy after months of hoping for a new farm companion. The post Farmer Devasted by Loss of Beloved Dog Falls to Knees in Tears When Wife Surprises Him With Blue “Healer” Puppy to Be His New Farm Companion appeared first on Happilynews.com.
Students speak out about layoffs: ‘A loss for WIU’
Some Western Illinois University students reacted with disbelief upon learning the university laid off 35 non-tenure track faculty members last month and that more layoffs are likely. “I saw that and immediately was just very shocked,” said Emma Nelson, an Advertising and Public Relations major. She said one of...
Big Change for Costco Shoppers in South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota
For years, Costco shoppers have been able to breeze into their local warehouse with a casual flash of their membership card to a store employee manning the front entrance. Shoppers at the chain's more than 600 locations across America, including 15 stores in South Dakota (1), Iowa (4), and Minnesota (10), will now be required to have their card physically scanned as they enter the warehouse.
Herd of rare Mustangs to be temporarily corralled in Iowa
Hundreds of rare horses from all over the U.S. will be racing into central Iowa this weekend, but it has nothing to do with the livestock shows at the Iowa State Fair. The Mustang Club of America’s National Mustang Show is being held in Des Moines where some 300 gleaming cars will be on display.
Man convicted of abusing minor has bond revoked while awaiting sentencing
An Abingdon man will learn his sentence on felony sex charges involving a minor after he’s spent some more time in jail. Warren County Court records indicate Beau Admire’s $100,000 bond was revoked during a court hearing Wednesday. Records say it was at the court’s own motion.
Major Documentary on One of Iowa’s Coldest Cases Now Streaming
One of Iowa's most infamous and heinous cold cases is once again in the spotlight. It's been over twelve years since Elizabeth Collins and Lyric Cook vanished while riding their bikes near Meyers Lake in Evansdale, Iowa. Tragically, the bodies of both were found five months later in the remote Seven Bridges Wildlife Area. Despite an initial influx of calls and leads, Eight-year-old Elizabeth and ten-year-old Lyric's murders have remained cold.
1 person life flighted after early morning crash in Camanche
CAMANCHE, Iowa — One person was life-flighted and another was injured after an early Thursday morning crash in Camanche, an Iowa State Patrol crash report shows. It happened just before 5 a.m. at the roundabout connecting U.S. Highway 67 and 7th Avenue. According to ISP, a BMW was approaching the roundabout traveling northbound on Highway 67 and a Toyota Camry was in the roundabout heading towards the Camanche/7th Avenue exit.
Memorial Ride Stops in Galesburg to Honor Late Knox Co Deputy Sheriff Nick Weist
A volunteer non-profit organization is paying tribute to fallen Knox County Sheriff’s Deputy Nick Weist. Beyond The Call of Duty stopped at the Knox County Sheriff’s Office yesterday in Galesburg to honor Weist. The visit is part of the End of Watch Ride to Remember, which travels across the country honoring officers who died in the line of duty. Weist was killed while trying to stop a fleeing suspect in 2022. The suspect, Daylon Richardson, was convicted and sentenced to mandatory life in prison.
New Law Lets Illinois Parents Roll Over Unused College Money to IRA’s
Illinois parents can now roll over leftover funds from their Bright Start and Bright Directions 529 College Savings Accounts into a Roth IRA, thanks to a new law signed by Treasurer Michael Frerichs. Expanded Options for College Savings. This law will provide families with an additional option for managing any...
Illinois retailers, communities suffer from shoplifting and robbery spikes
(The Center Square) – Business owners and taxpayers are paying a big price for retail theft. According to CWBChicago, shoplifting reports have soared 45% this year, making 2024 the worst year for retail theft in the city since at least 2003. Illinois Retail Merchants Association President and CEO Rob Karr told The Center Square that the burglaries and thefts are troubling. ...
Shocking Number Of Arrests At Lollapalooza In Illinois
You're never going to believe how many concert-goers were arrested at Lollapalooza held in Illinois this year. Number Of Arrests At Lollapalooza In Chicago This Year. I have been attending music festivals for a long time and have been to many as a fan through the years. I have also been involved with putting together and running big events. I believe I have a pretty good background in the subject.
New Malware Threatens Android Users in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin: Could Empty Your Bank Account
Residents of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin need to be aware of a new and particularly dangerous malware targeting Android phones. This malware, known as BingoMod, can steal money from your accounts and then wipe your phone clean. It can swipe up to $16,000 in one go using on-device fraud techniques. What's even more concerning is that BingoMod is still in development, with its creators continuously adding more features to evade detection.
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