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This Iowa Mall Has Been Closed Because of an…Unpaid Bill?!
When the covid crisis struck the U.S. in 2020, businesses either had to find creative ways in innovate or suffer the wrath of people staying inside of their homes and not visiting their stores. The food industry suffered exponentially during covid. Hotels, retail, the auto industry, airlines, movie theaters, malls,...
Iowa's 39 EF1 tornadoes set single-year record, NWS says
Iowa's violent and tumultuous weather has set a new mark. The 122 confirmed tornadoes so far in 2024 are a state record, the National Weather Service in Des Moines recently revealed. That's two more than the total for all of 2004 (122). Ninety-eight tornadoes touched down in April and May, with each month tallying 49 local tornadoes. ...
Galesburg police: Man suffered multiple wounds in fatal shooting
A man was shot and killed Saturday night in Galesburg, according to the Galesburg Police Department. Heath D. Williams Sr. was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a residence on the 1400 block of Moshier Avenue in Galesburg around 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Police attempted life-saving measures on Williams and he was transported to a local hospital where he later died at 11:30 p.m. The Galesburg Police Department, Illinois State Police, Knox County Sheriff's Department and the Knox County State's Attorney's Office are investigating the shooting. This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Galesburg police: Man suffered multiple wounds in fatal shooting
Get Your Fitness On Sundays On Davenport Skybridge
Free fitness every Sunday at 9am. Beat those winter blues, keep those cold muscles active and share a smile or a high 5 with some great people! There is about 50 mins tonwalk, jog run, climb stairs, shake your hips with Zumba and so much more! Positive quotes are hung throughout the course that you go at your own pace at. At the end we draw for prizes thanks to local businesses donating ever week! Wear layers it gets warm inside, water available, and a great playlist!
Donald Trump supporters hold rally in Woodstock ahead of Chicago DNC
While Democrats are preparing for their convention in Chicago, many Republicans are gathering in the northwest suburbs.They're taking part in a pro-Trump rally, which is underway Sunday afternoon.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchIt is a day-long rally event being held by Donald Trump supporters in Woodstock. Hundreds filled the McHenry County Fairgrounds in Woodstock, rallying in support of the former president on the eve of the Democratic National Convention."They're having their party downtown. We're having our party here," rally organizer Tom Meredith said.The timing is no coincidence. It was set to show that their candidate also...
ESPN FPI predictions for every game on Iowa football's 2024 schedule
ESPN released its FPI preseason rankings for the 2024 season last month and Iowa came in at No. 37 on the list. Here are ESPN's FPI projections for the Hawkeyes. ESPN released its FPI preseason rankings for the 2024 season last month and Iowa came in at No. 37 on the list. The Hawkeyes begin the season ranked at No. 25 in the AP Poll and even with the expanded Big Ten and the conference being one entire division, there is still a lot of confidence in Iowa City that this can be a great year for Kirk Ferentz and company.
West Liberty mayor issues statement regarding 28E Agency & Settlement Agreement
The following derives from the desk of West Liberty Mayor Mark Smith concerning the 28E Agency & Settlement Agreement between the City of West Liberty, Iowa, and the West Liberty Rural Fire District:. In February 1974, I started my first job as a child welfare worker in Bedford, Iowa. Taylor...
Adorable Iowa State Fair Pie-Eating Contest Winner Goes Viral
Congratulations to Zack Lucas for his big win! Last Thursday (August 15th), the 8-year-old Iowan was named a champion in one of the Iowa State Fair's annual pie-eating contests!. Last week, KCCI posted a hilarious video of Zack Lucas after his big win at the Iowa State Fair, and the...
Some reduction in air quality from wildfire smoke, weather stays quiet
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - You may notice some extra haziness to the air within the next day or two as a patch of wildfire smoke moves through the region. Your First Alert: Quiet, but watching for air quality reduction. Things stay quiet throughout the day, with only scattered pop-up...
Meet the Iowa Man Who is on the First Ever ‘Golden Bachelorette’
'The Bachelor' has been a popular reality TV show for many years. From there, the franchise has added 'The Bachelorette' and now they're adding a version of those shows but for those in their golden years. Just last year the first season of 'The Golden Bachelor' aired starring Gerry Turner....
Stinky feet argument ends in disabled father being shot
BURLINGTON, IOWA (LOOTPRESS) – A 48-year-old Burlington man, David Carpenter, is accused of shooting his father in the face after an argument about “stinky feet.” According to the arrest affidavit, Carpenter called the police late Sunday night and reported that he had shot his father. When officers arrived at the home on the 2700 block […]
Fejervary Learning Center Family Fun Event Happening In Davenport Today
Every third Saturday May-September (except July), Fejervary Learning Center, 1800 W. 12th St., Davenport will host free family activities. Each day will have a special theme to make each one different and unique. We will be hosting family activities, local vendors, nature crafts, and more!
Hospital rushes 1-year-old girl after possible needle exposure
At around 3:15 p.m. on Friday, the police were called to the 400 block of Busti Avenue on the Lower West Side in response to a rescue incident. A one-year-old girl was urgently taken to the hospital on Friday afternoon due to a potential needle exposure. According to a spokesperson...
Adorable Iowa State Fair Pie-Eating Contest Winner Goes Viral
Congratulations to Zack Lucas for his big win! Last Thursday (August 15th), the 8-year-old Iowan was named a champion in one of the Iowa State Fair's annual pie-eating contests!. Last week, KCCI posted a hilarious video of Zack Lucas after his big win at the Iowa State Fair, and the...
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