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Latest Digital Scams in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin Target Elderly & Lonely
The Tri-State area of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin has seen an increase in internet-based scams recently. According to Dubuque police, victims are targeted through Bitcoin ATMs and fake tech support pop-ups. In fact, these scams are beginning to gather steam across the United States. Understanding these scams and knowing how to protect yourself can help keep your finances and personal information secure.
RVR Listening Area Gets Plenty of Precipitation In Final Week of July
Wet conditions are affecting the state of Iowa, with the counties in the Raccoon Valley Radio listening area seeing a good amount of precipitation in the final week of July. According to the National Weather Service, Guthrie Center has obtained 2.24 inches of rain, Jefferson saw 1.98 inches, while Perry received 0.56 inches of precipitation. For the total month of July, Guthrie Center concluded with 5.07 inches of rain when the normal monthly average is 4.32, Jefferson was at 3.37 and is normally 4.38 inches, and Perry summed up to 2.52 inches of precipitation, lower than the monthly average of 4.42.
HEAVY RAINS LEAD TO WASTEWATER BYPASSES IN CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN IOWA
STATEWIDE — Following heavy rainfall throughout central and southeast Iowa, the DNR encourages Iowans to stay out of streams until the waters recede. Heavy rain has inundated several areas and led to multiple wastewater discharges. The DNR Field Offices in Des Moines and Washington were notified early this morning...
New NU systems president eyes multiple ways to increase enrollment
NORFOLK - Enrollment growth is a goal for every college and university system within the nation, and new University of Nebraska systems President Dr. Jeffrey Gold says there are a number of factors that students really care about that can help grow their enrollment. Gold told News Talk WJAG some...
Quiet conditions persist throughout the weekend, though expect it to be warm
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A decent summertime weekend is likely across eastern Iowa. Summerlike, but warmth should not be too overwhelming. After a start in the 60s, temperatures have been warming steadily throughout the morning as all of the TV9 viewing area has been getting in on clearer skies. This process should continue for several more hours. Dew points have bounced back a bit from a low in the 60s, but stay near or just below 70 during the day.
Lake View Police Department’s First Cone With The Cops Event Will Be This Sunday
The Lake View Police Department is hosting a new annual community engagement event, allowing Lake View residents to meet the team and enjoy a sweet treat. Cone with the Cops will be this Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Houndini’s Soda Fountain in Lake View. The department’s new Chief of Police, George Athan, along with Assistant Chief Christian Leisinger, and Officers Colton Selk, Nels Olson, and K9 Officer Jimbo, will greet community members, answer questions, and offer the chance to get to know the officers. Again, the first annual Cone with the Cops will be this Sunday at Houndini’s Soda Fountain in Lake View from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
NSF Grant Will Fund Research Into Midwestern Severe Weather
The University of Iowa is receiving a six-million-dollar grant to lead a multistate initiative to help those in agriculture mitigate the effects of increasing severe weather. The funds come from the National Science Foundation. Small sensors will be developed by the University of Iowa and will be deployed in Nebraska, Iowa and Kansas. The University says it will use the data collected to help with model forecasts. They say the model forecasts will help those in agriculture manage field operations around the weather.
Just How Many Iowa Jobs Did John Deere Cut This Year?
In July, John Deere announced that there would be layoffs all across the company. Company officials gave the following explanation for the most recent round of layoffs;. "Despite our efforts to contain costs and optimize production and inventory levels, the strategies we have implemented – including a global hiring freeze – have proven insufficient in addressing the challenges posed by declining customer demand, rising costs, and prevailing economic uncertainties crucial for ensuring the long-term health of our business."
Iowa’s Annual Sales Tax Holiday Starts Today
(State) Iowa’s annual sales tax holiday is today (Friday) and Saturday. The Iowa Department of Revenue says all businesses that are open during the sales tax holiday must participate. No sales tax or local option sales tax will be collected on sales of an article of clothing or footwear having a selling price less than $100.
Leaders for Iowa's new Division of Special Education named
(The Center Square) - The Iowa Department of Education appointed a familiar face to lead its newly restored Division of Special Education. Dr. Barbara Guy, who served as Director of Special Education and Bureau Chief of Student and Family Special Education Service, was named Division Administrator of State Accountability and Student Supports, the BOE said in a news release Thursday. Gov. Kim Reynolds pushed for changes in how the state...