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New downtown Red Oak mural reflects on history and foreshadows the future
In coming weeks, the west wall at the southeast corner of Coolbaugh and 2nd streets will become a must-see destination as a committee within the Southwest Iowa Arts Council creates a new mural representing Red Oak’s past and future. The Southwest Iowa Arts Council is a non-profit organization based...
Red Oak board backs first reading of chronic absenteeism policy
(Red Oak) -- Red Oak school officials are among those adjusting to new laws passed by the Iowa Legislature this year. During its regular meeting Wednesday evening, the Red Oak School Board approved the first reading of updated policies regarding chronic absenteeism and truancy for the school district, after hearing recommendations from the Iowa Association of School Boards. The update comes after the Iowa Legislature passed Senate File 2435, which primarily appropriates funds for the Iowa Department of Education, the Department for the Blind, and the Iowa Board of Regents. However, this year, the bill also established a process for districts dealing with chronic absenteeism and truancy and incorporated the county attorney. Red Oak School Superintendent Ron Lorenz says the law changes what was previously called "student absences-excused" to "chronic absenteeism and truancy."
David’s Morning Forecast - Spotty showers, a cooler Saturday
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Scattered heavy downpours overnight decreased to a few spotty showers by early Saturday. Those showers mainly over portions of western Iowa, just to the east of the Omaha metro. A few spotty showers will continue through the morning hours, though coverage should continue to decrease. Cloudy skies remain over the metro, though there have been a few breaks in the clouds out toward Lincoln. Generally cloudy skies will likely stick around for most of the day, though any rain that lingers should be spotty and on the light side. Generally dry conditions are expected for most of the day outside of those spotty showers. The clouds and spotty showers will help to keep things quite mild for July, with afternoon highs only topping out in the mid-70s, more than 10 degrees below average for mid-July.
Iowa DOT Services Impacted by Widespread IT Outage
(Ames) Iowa DOT services, including driver’s license and ID issuance, vehicle registration and titling, oversize and overweight permitting, and International Fuel Tax (IFTA) and Registration (IRP), are being impacted by the IT outage that has been impacting businesses across the country. The DOT is working to restore service as...
Officers McVey and Madole Recognized as MADD Heroes
North Liberty Police Officers Jeffrey McVey and Spence Madole were recently recognized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving Iowa as MADD Hero Award Winners for going above and beyond to save lives through enforcement and education about impaired driving laws. “I’m so proud to be able to recognize our MADD Hero...
Hospitals in Omaha area weigh in on how global tech issue is affecting them
OMAHA, Neb. — Hospitals in the Omaha area are responding to the global technology outage. Read the latest on the outage here. Below are the responses from the hospital who have responded to our request for comment:. CHI Health. "Like many other organizations and industries, some facilities within CHI...
2 employees suffer burns after 'small explosion' at ethanol plant in Shenandoah
SHENANDOAH, Iowa — Two employees suffered burns Thursday after a "small explosion" at an ethanol plant in Iowa, authorities said. Around 5:36 p.m., Shenandoah Fire and Shenandoah Ambulance Service responded to Green Plains Ethanol Plant for a possible chemical exposure, officials said. When crews arrived, they determined that two...
Banned Player Wins Casino Jackpot, Gets Arrested
A banned Iowa player won a jackpot in a casino, despite being self-excluded. The man, who used a fake identity, was arrested, prompting an investigation into the matter. Matthew James Wessels, 43, was a self-excluded player who enrolled in the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s self-exclusion program in January last year. However, Wessels couldn’t resist the temptation and eventually visited Isle Hotel Casino in Waterloo, according to reports.
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.
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