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Mass Tech Outage Causes Delays at Iowa Airports
One of the most frustrating moments as a working adult is finding out that your computer or device needs some sort of system update. If you thought those weren't annoying enough, many Iowans woke up today to a pesky tech issue that put a wrench in their plans. What Exactly...
Seven additional counties approved for FEMA Public Assistance under the April Presidential Major Disaster Declaration
(Des Moines) Governor Kim Reynolds today announced the approval of Clarke, Crawford, Harrison, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Shelby, and Union Counties for FEMA Public Assistance under the previously approved Major Disaster Declaration for Iowa counties where significant damage was sustained from severe storms and tornadoes that occurred April 26-27, 2024, and continuing.
Congresswoman Hinson says Trump speech set right tone
(Radio Iowa) – Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, a Republican from Marion, says former President Donald Trump set the proper tone in calling for unity in his acceptance of the party’s nomination last night. “I do you think everybody needs to be mindful of what you’re saying and how you’re saying it there’s no place for violence and I am glad that President Trump has tried to use this moment to call for unity and really to bring our country together during what has been a very divisive couple of years,” she says.
Shenandoah grad Martin crowned Fremont County Fair Queen
(Shenandoah) -- Recent Shenandoah High School graduate Abigail Martin looks forward to representing Fremont County at the Iowa State Fair. Martin was crowned 2024 Fremont County Fair Queen Thursday evening as festivities got underway at the Fremont County Fairgrounds in Sidney. Martin, who has been active this week with a stag judging contest, a communication event, and an upcoming cattle show and pie auction, says she was honored to hear her name called.
Annual PETFEST announces 2024 lineup, including over 20 artists on two stages
OMAHA, Neb. — Over 20 musicians, bands and performers will take over two stages at the 2024 PETFEST music festival and fundraiser. Related coverage in the video above: KETV Chronicle: Omaha's music scene. The festival will take place at the Petshop Gallery just off 62nd and Maple streets on...
Man allegedly confesses to robbing Omaha taco restaurant
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A 29-year-old man was arrested Friday night near a Mexican restaurant shortly after a robbery occurred at the establishment. Omaha Police said Darnell Johnson of Omaha confessed to the crime after he was taken to OPD headquarters. An employee at Voodoo Taco, located near 25th and...
Shenandoah's Buttry ready to compete at All-State Football
(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah student Gabe Buttry is one of several Iowa middle-school standouts set to showcase his talents on Sunday. Buttry will compete alongside other standout middle-school athletes from across the state at this weekend's All-State Game in Grinnell. "It's a big honor," Buttry said about the opportunity. "I'm super...
First riders arrive in Glenwood on Friday ahead of RAGBRAI 51
GLENWOOD, Iowa — It's time for RAGBRAI 51. The first cyclists trickled into Glenwood Friday afternoon as RAGBRAI staff members set up tents for the annual RAGBRAI bike expo. The 51st edition of the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa will run from July 21-27 from Glenwood to Burlington. Along the...
RAGBRAI 2024 ROLLS INTO GLENWOOD
BIKE RIDERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD ARE CONVERGING IN WESTERN IOWA THIS WEEKEND FOR THE REGISTER’S ANNUAL GREAT BICYCLE RIDE ACROSS IOWA,. GLENWOOD IS THE STARTING POINT FOR RAGBRAI’S 434 MILE ROUTE THIS YEAR. CITY ADMINISTRATOR AMBER FARNAN EXPECTS THE TOWN OF ABOUT FIVE-THOUSAND TO MORE THAN TRIPLE...
City Of Manning Donating A Newly Developed Lot To The IKM-Manning School District
The Manning City Council has approved donating one of the Stadium View Drive lots to the IKM-Manning School District for the school’s upcoming trade project. Back in June, the school district approved partnering up with Manning Municipal Utilities (MMU) to provide students with a work-based learning of the different trades used when constructing a new house. The City of Manning will donate one of the lots from the Stadium View pocket neighborhood to be the permanent location for the students’ project. Once completed, the house will become available for purchase by interested buyers. The other homes in the neighborhood are currently being designed and constructed by Origin Homes, a custom-home building contractor based out of West Des Moines. Those interested in learning more about the work-based learning school program can call Jeremey Carroll at MMU at 712-655-3905, or questions about the Stadium View Drive lots available can be directed to City Administrator Dawn Meyer at 712-655-2176.
Lincoln pedestrian hit by car passes away at hospital
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Lincoln Police Department is investigating a crash Saturday that left one pedestrian dead. First responders were called to the intersection of Sun Valley Boulevard and West O Street at 11:45 a.m. for a pedestrian hit by a car. LPD said the victim was transported...
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