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Iowa State Patrol Dubs August “Aggressive Driving Enforcement” Month
The Iowa State Patrol (ISP) is looking to curb traffic crashes during the month of August. That’s Trooper Tom Williams with the ISP’s Mason City District office, who says a spike in travel comes from many people still traveling on family vacations and more students driving when school gets back in session later this month.
UI seeks approval for Tippie College of Business facility expansion
Editor's note: The Iowa Board of Regents approved this project at its meeting on June 13. The University of Iowa is seeking approval from the Iowa Board of Regents to create more space for the growing Tippie College of Business. This multi-stage project would include enclosing the internal courtyard patio...
Two Guys: Iowa’s QB conundrum and Matt Campbell broke the internet
Chris Williams and Chris Hassel discuss Kirby Smart’s comments about this era of college football, diving back into the quarterback situation at Iowa, and Matt Campbell broke the internet. All this and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery.
Probation violation leads to felony drug charge against Mason City woman
MASON CITY, Iowa – A North Iowa woman wanted for a probation violation is jailed for illegal drugs. Tara Mae Klein, 40 of Mason City, is charged with a class “B” controlled substance violation. The Mason City Police Department says a warrant was issued for Klein’s arrest...
Western Iowa Forecast: Scattered Showers Today, Pleasant Weekend Ahead
Des Moines, IA – Western Iowa residents can expect a mix of weather conditions this weekend, starting with scattered showers and a few rumbles of thunder today. These weather events will primarily impact areas in the northeast this morning and continue into the evening. While today’s temperatures will be warm, with highs ranging between 76 and 87 degrees, the weather will gradually improve as the weekend progresses.
Livestock exhibitors capture the essence of the Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa — The sounds never stop in the sheep barn. The air is filled with the buzz of shears and the more-than-occasional bleat of a sheep. People travel from all over to show their sheep at the Iowa State Fair. Ten-year-old Dalton Klamfoth of Ohio, appearing calm...
Iowa seeks federal food aid waiver for pilot summer meal program
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services submitted a waiver request for participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s summer food assistance program to implement a separate summer feeding project, the Iowa Capital Dispatch reports.
Steps Iowa Moms And Dads Can Take To Ease Kids Back Into The School Year
Sioux City, Iowa — Iowa parents are encouraged to make a few proactive moves this week that may help their kids make a smoother transition back to school. Autumn Hartman is a counselor who works with youth at Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Sioux City. She suggests starting the school year routines right away, including a nightly bedtime and an earlier wake-up time.
Funds raised from Cop on a Rooftop event to enhance Special Olympics Iowa programs
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Happening on Friday from 6 a.m. until noon, Dunkin’ locations across Iowa will host the annual "Cop on a Rooftop" event, partnering with the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Iowa. During the event, law enforcement officers will be stationed on Dunkin’ rooftops...
Iowa rainfall totals: Where the most rain fell the last two days
DES MOINES, Iowa — Following two more rounds of showers and storms the last couple days, much of Iowa heads toward the end of this week in wet shape. Here's a look at rain totals around the state from Wednesday to Thursday morning:. Winterset: 3.90 inches. Lorimor: 3.20. St....
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