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Storm cleanup costly for Iowa ministry
AMES, Iowa — For GoServ Global Ministries, based in Ankeny and Albert City, the spring season has been a costly one when it comes to serving people with damaged or destroyed homes. A record number of tornados and several floods hit Iowa between April and June. The ministry shares...
Eastern Iowa Restaurant Re-Opens Under New Owners
An Eastern Iowa restaurant open since the 1980s is now under new ownership, and is back open with a new menu and a new look!. The Pizza Place in Center Point, Iowa opened in 1982. The restaurant was owned for years by Cindy and Dave Krumm. They were known for their great pizzas, especially the homemade crust recipe. The pizza and the crust recipe remain but The Pizza Place is now owned and run by Allison and Craig Sorensen. After taking over the restaurant, they closed down for a short time to freshen up the interior and the menu too.
Fairbank man seriously injured after accident with semi-truck carrying hogs
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Iowa — A Fairbank man was seriously injured in an accident with a semi-truck carrying hogs Monday evening in Buchanan County. According to the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 6 p.m. at the intersection of 120th Street (C57) and Denison Avenue. Brett Cummings,...
Woman sentenced for embezzling from Charles City law firm
CHARLES CITY, Iowa – A woman who embezzled thousands of dollars from a Floyd County law firm has been sentenced. Theresa Ann Farmer, 61 of Orchard, pleaded guilty to second degree theft. Law enforcement says Farmer stole more than $21,000 from the law firm in Charles City where she worked between 2012 and 2022.
Unity in the Community summer festival happening Saturday at LeClaire Park bandshell
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -The inaugural Unity in the Community Summerfest is set to be held on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 12 to 5 p.m. at LeClaire Park Bandshell, 400 West Beiderbecke Drive, Davenport. The new summer festival meant to bring four cities together featuring vendors, information and resources, food trucks,...
Iowa Hawkeyes’ Offense Transformation Under OC Tim Lester for 2024
The Iowa Hawkeyes are poised for an offensive transformation under new offensive coordinator Tim Lester. Following a dismal 2023-2024 season, where the team ranked last in total offense and points per game, the initial signs during fall camp reveal a mix of improvement and challenge. The run game appears stronger, yet passing struggles persist, signaling a learning curve with the new Shanahan-influenced system. While fans remain hopeful, the effectiveness of these changes will require time and adaptation as the season unfolds.
Hailee Sandberg Hired as Regional Director for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
AMES, Iowa – Hailee Sandberg has accepted the position of regional director for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach serving Linn County. This is a structural change for Linn County. She begins the position Aug. 30. As regional director, Sandberg will provide administrative leadership to county extension office staff and guidance to the county extension council.
Isolated to Scattered Showers & Storms Followed by High Heat & Humidity
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Isolated to scattered showers and storms are possible late Saturday afternoon and evening. Heat indexes in the 90s are expected today through Tuesday. Your First Alert: A Few Showers & Storms. This afternoon we’ll have a partly cloudy sky with temperatures reaching the 80s. However,...
Disability Rights Activist Pushes Government To Let Him Participate in Society
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Garret Frey refuses to be sidelined. Frey has been paralyzed from the neck down for more than 37 of his 42 years. He has spent decades rejecting the government’s excuses when he and others with disabilities are denied the support they need to live in their own homes and to participate in society.
Iowa's first Topgolf will open in West Des Moines on Sept. 6
Topgolf will open its West Des Moines location, Iowa's first, on Sept. 6, the company announced Thursday. A mild winter allowed construction of the $13 million, high-tech indoor-outdoor driving range, planned since 2022, to proceed ahead of schedule. The facility on the northwest corner of Mills Civic and Jordan Creek parkways near Jordan Creek Town Center will have 72 indoor-outdoor climate-controlled hitting bays, the company said in a news release. ...
Eastern Iowa Restaurant Re-Opens Under New Owners
An Eastern Iowa restaurant open since the 1980s is now under new ownership, and is back open with a new menu and a new look!. The Pizza Place in Center Point, Iowa opened in 1982. The restaurant was owned for years by Cindy and Dave Krumm. They were known for their great pizzas, especially the homemade crust recipe. The pizza and the crust recipe remain but The Pizza Place is now owned and run by Allison and Craig Sorensen. After taking over the restaurant, they closed down for a short time to freshen up the interior and the menu too.
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