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July Jubilee Pedal Pull results
Kids Power Pedal Pull was held Saturday afternoon, July 13, in Oakwood Park. Results were as follows:. Age 4 (10 participants)—Navey Henely, Lake Mills; Stetson Grothe, Lake Mills; and Everly Ehlke, St. Ansgar. Age 5 (8 participants)–Emerson Ehlke, St. Ansgar; Will Throne, Scarville; and Lucas Lawson, Lake Mills.
City of Dubuque to Offer Free Storm Damage Collection
Following the significant derecho that impacted Dubuque on Monday, July 15, the City of Dubuque is offering residents a free collection service for storm-damaged tree limbs and branches. This special no-charge collection will commence on Wednesday, July 17, and continue through Tuesday, July 23, to aid residents in the cleanup efforts.
Iowa Football 2024 Position Primer: Running Back
The college football season is quickly approaching. Today, we are going to take a look at the running back position for Iowa entering the 2024 season. There are a lot of storylines with Iowa's offense surrounding the quarterback spot, but the running back room is very important to this offense having success, and we're going to highlight that today as well as what to expect from this group.
Good-Boy Ted is the Dubuque Regional Humane Society’s Pet of the Week
Each week, the Dubuque Regional Humane Society is highlighting a "Pet of the Week." The Pet of the Week is available to be adopted via the Humane Society. "Pet of the Week" is brought to you by Finnin Kia, a trusted Kia dealer in Dubuque, IA. This week, the Dubuque Regional Humane Society is highlighting another amazing four-legged friend:
Pro Football Focus gives top spot to Iowa football’s linebacker duo
One thing that the Iowa Hawkeyes will do well year in and year out is play stout defense. That starts up front with the defensive line and linebackers. The Hawkeyes have had a run on great front seven players lately. There has been Jack Campbell, Lukas Van Ness, A.J. Epenesa, and many more. Up next is the linebacking duo of Jay Higgins and Nick Jackson who burst onto the scene in 2023 fortifying Iowa’s defense in the middle. The two are looking to build upon last season and have an even bigger year while having their sights set on being the best....
Davenport man sentenced for selling cocaine while on federal supervision
A Davenport man was sentenced to 13 ½ years in federal prison for selling cocaine while under federal supervision. According to public court documents and evidence presented at sentencing in federal court in Davenport, officers received information that Dedrick Montez Jones, 44, was selling cocaine in 2023. Officers searched Jones’ home in December 2023 and […]
Muscatine woman arrested on 67 animal neglect charges
An arrest has been made in a severe animal-neglect incident in Muscatine last month. According to a news release from the City of Muscatine and arrest affidavits, charges were filed against Kelly Marie Adams, 44, of Muscatine on Monday, July 8. On Monday, June 17, a search warrant was executed in the 2400 block of […]
A sweet treat for a sweet cause: Dairy Queen’s upcoming Miracle Treat Day
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Join participating Dairy Queen locations on July 25 for their Miracle Treat Day event. Participating Dairy Queen locations will give $1 or more to University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital for every Blizzard sold. According to a media release, the goal of...
Ely man arrested after high speed car chase in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - An Ely man was arrested on Tuesday night after officers said a high speed chase in Cedar Rapids ended with the man exiting the vehicle while it was still running. It kept going and hit a building on Wilson Avenue. According to a criminal complaint,...
Tello Agrees to Terms with Philadelphia Phillies
IOWA CITY, Iowa – University of Iowa redshirt junior Raider Tello has agreed to terms with the Philadelphia Phillies. The El Monte, California, native led the team hitting .357 in 54 games this season. Tello notched 79 hits, 19 doubles, four triples, and seven home runs. He plated 60 RBIs and scored 51 runs. Tello appeared in 113 career games for Iowa over two seasons with a .335 batting average. He recorded 155 hits, scored 98 runs, hit 33 doubles and had 11 home runs. Tello tallied 110 RBIs and had a .963 fielding percentage on 242 chances. The Hawkeyes...
Cycling Iowa’s RAGBRAI 51st Season
Cycler's UP! This weekend RAGBRAI celebrates it's 51st season. The Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa is set to begin this weekend for a week-long hilly ride across the Hawkeye State. RAGBRAI celebrates 51 years as it makes its way across southern Iowa. WHAT CITIES WILL I SEE.
I Bet You Don’t Know the Answer to These Iowa Liquor Law Questions
We all know the very basics when it comes to liquor laws, right? You cannot buy booze if you are under 21, you should NEVER drink and drive, and so on. But how intimately do you know Iowa's liquor laws?. Keep score as you play along, and see if you're...
John Deere Announces New Layoffs: Iowa Employees Brace for Impact
One of the biggest employers in the Midwest announced yet another round of layoffs. John Deere is a huge player in the agricultural industry and has multiple facilities and factories spread out across the country, several of them being in Iowa. The company's headquarters is in Moline, Illinois; and has...
IUC Schedules Public Hearing On Black Hills Energy’s Request For Natural Gas Rate Increases
The Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) has scheduled a public hearing for later this year to discuss Black Hills Energy’s proposed natural gas rate increase. The hearing will be held in the IUC’s Hearing Room on Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. at 1375 E. Court Ave. in Des Moines. Black Hills Energy filed an application on May 1 seeking approval to revise its rates to increase its annual revenues. This request is being reviewed as required by state law and the IUC’s administrative rules. The hearing will include the presentation of evidence and cross-examination of witnesses. Public comments can be submitted online, via email to customer@iuc.iowa.gov, or by mail using the address included below. Black Hills Energy serves 1.3 million customers in eight Midwest states, including natural gas services in the listening area.
Two EF-0 tornadoes confirmed in eastern Iowa after Monday's storms
The National Weather Service (NWS) Quad Cities has confirmed that two EF-0 tornadoes touched down in eastern Iowa. The first tornado hit near Hale, causing minor damage to structures and trees in its path. The second tornado touched down near Fairport, similarly resulting in minimal damage. EF-0 tornadoes are the...
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