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University of Iowa Athletics expects to break revenue records in upcoming year
The University of Iowa is expecting another record-breaking year for its athletics department while Iowa State University Athletics is working to handle changes to expected revenues as a result of collegiate athletic conferences shifting, university budget documents show. With revenues slated to increase in football, women’s basketball, wrestling and volleyball, among other areas, the UI […]
“The Doctor” print donated to VMH by Schaller family from former Waukon artist Les PurDue
Veterans Memorial Hospital receives artwork donation ... The Schaller family of Waukon recently donated this painting to Veterans Memorial Hospital, according to the wishes of the artist, Les PurDue, formerly of Waukon. PurDue’s replica is of the famous, original 1891 painting of “The Doctor” in Great Britain, by artist, Luke Fildes. The painting has been used to portray the values of the ideal physician and the importance of the relationship between physician and patient, showing the physician’s professional and personal commitment. Pictured above, left to right, is Meg Schaller with her son, Dave Schaller, who had the painting reframed. PurDue’s replica of “The Doctor” is currently on display in the Meditation and Healing Center inside the main entrance to Veterans Memorial Hospital, for anyone who would like to view it in person. Submitted photo.
Volunteers needed to help with Waukon Corn Days meal for annual celebration August 2-3 in conjunction with Crazy Days
The Waukon Chamber of Commerce is seeking volunteers to assist with the serving of the meal associated with the annual Waukon Corn Days celebration scheduled for August 2-3 this year. The meal portion of the event is scheduled for Friday, August 2 from 4-8 p.m., and volunteers are being sought to help with serving the meal or handing out drinks during any of a trio of hour-and-a-half time-slot shifts of approximately 3:45-5:15 p.m., 5:10-6:45 p.m. or 6:40-8:10 p.m., with volunteers also needed for a clean-up shift following the street dance, from 11:15-11:45 p.m.
Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office Will Provide Law Enforcement Services To Cities of Lansing and New Albin
Lansing and New Albin, Iowa Law Enforcement Coverage. The Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office will provide law enforcement services to the cities of Lansing and New Albin, Iowa effective July 26, 2024 until such time those cities are able to provide law enforcement services through a municipal Police Department. Residents...
See Iowans’ Surprising Top Choices for Property Protection
Iowans have shown a quirky twist in their perception of property crime lately. Despite an overall 12% drop in worry, The latest Safewise State of Safety survey has folks chirping about a 7% uptick in actual incidents—putting more locks on their concerns at 29%, up from 27% last year.
Iowa’s July Might’ve Been Cooler Than You Realize
I hate to be bearer of bad news but before we could even blink, we're almost to the month of August. Maybe parents with kids on summer vacation think these past 2 months have slowly crawled by but I already feel like I hardly remember June!. Students are have around...
World’s Deadliest Creature Infests and Infects Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
As summer progresses, residents of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin should be aware of the risks posed by mosquito-borne diseases. With much wetter weather and voracious mosquito populations, the region is seeing increased cases of several diseases. Certain invasive blood-suckers have now raised concerns again in the Tri-States, with the Asian Tiger Mosquito being reported in both Iowa and Illinois, and now West Nile virus-infected mosquitos have been confirmed in Ames. Did you know there have already been several cases of mosquito-borne illnesses across the Tri-States reported in 2024?
Reynoldson awarded 2024 ISBA Award of Merit
On June 25, the Honorable Elisabeth S. Reynoldson of Osceola was presented the Iowa State Bar Association’s (ISBA) highest honor given to an individual - the 2024 Award of Merit. According to the ISBA, the Award of Merit was created in 1947, and “many aspire, but few attain this...
Survey shows continued decline in rural economy
OMAHA, NE – The latest Rural Mainstreet Index has declined for an eleventh consecutive month. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says weak agriculture commodity prices and declining exports contributed to weakness in the economy. He says, “China, for example, their economy’s just moving sideways to down, and that means...
See how much these key Iowa House, Senate candidates have raised for their November races
With the top of the ticket dominating all the attention, candidates for the Iowa House and Senate continue to quietly fundraise ahead of November's election. The latest fundraising reports for statehouse candidates, which were due Friday, span May 15 through July 14. Four Senate Democratic candidates in targeted districts have amassed war chests topping...
Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
Iowa wildflower Wednesday: Prairie blazing star
Diane Porter of Fairfield first published this post on My Gaia, an email newsletter “about getting to know nature” and “giving her a helping hand in our own backyards.” Diane also maintains the Birdwatching Dot Com website and bird blog. Mid-summer, yellow flowers start dominating the...
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