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John Deere Announces New Layoffs: Iowa Employees Brace for Impact
One of the biggest employers in the Midwest announced yet another round of layoffs. John Deere is a huge player in the agricultural industry and has multiple facilities and factories spread out across the country, several of them being in Iowa. The company's headquarters is in Moline, Illinois; and has...
USPS Announces Mailing Service Changes Impacting Wisconsin
It's been a rough few years for the United States Postal Service. According to the official USPS website, the department has recorded $87 billion in financial losses over the last 14 years. In response to this, they are once again hiking up the prices of some of their services, which will affect all Iowans.
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services to end wait times for service
(Iowa) People with physical or mental disabilities using the Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services to find work won’t need to wait to be served starting in September. Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) helps eligible Iowans with disabilities find employment by connecting them to employers, running practice interviews, giving resume support, providing general consultation and more.
Iowa's sales tax-free weekend is around the corner. When is it?
Back-to-school shopping is just around the corner, which means so is Iowa's sales tax-free weekend. The weekend will offer Iowans a chance to shop without the state's 6% sales tax and the 1% local option sales tax in many cities. Any savings can help with making the most out of your budget.
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Iowa agencies other local services impacted by global internet outage, not a cyberattack
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds said some state government systems and employee devices have been impacted by the global outage Friday morning. Reynolds’ office said an automatic software update from CrowdStrike, which the state uses for malware and virus protection, is behind the outage. The...
Kids can have Popsicles with Police in Muscatine
The Muscatine Police Department will host its second Popsicles with Police on Friday, July 19, as they partner with Muscatine Power & Water to open up a fire hydrant for children to play in, according to a news release. The event will be 1-3 p.m. at Harrison Lofts, 1716 Bandag...
4 Hermanos Officially Opens Cedar Rapids Location
A new Cedar Rapids Mexican restaurant has started welcoming customers! 4 Hermanos Mexican Food is now open at 1125 1st Avenue SE inside the former home of Via Sofia's. The official Facebook post reads:. "Hey Amigos! We are so excited to open doors on First Ave in Cedar Rapids, IA....
UnityPoint Health Trinity holding a Healthy Futures Fair July 27
UnityPoint Health Trinty Muscatine is sponsoring a health fair next weekend at the Musser Public Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The press release sent by Muscatine Communications Manager Kevin Jenison says "Parents and/or caregivers will have an opportunity to connect with UnityPoint Clinic providers, and receive important information to help manage their children’s health. Everything from well-baby visits to unexpected sports injuries and everything in between are topics of discussion during this event."
Davenport Community Schools Stepping Stones Registration Opens Monday
Exciting News! Davenport Community School District’s Stepping Stones Registration for the 24-25 school year opens on Monday, July 22nd at 8:00 a.m.!. Registration is online only: Register at www.davenportschools.org/stepping-stones. For questions, call the Stepping Stones Office at: 563-528-0973. Don’t miss your chance to secure your student’s spot for this...
United Way kicks off ‘Write Start’ school supply drive
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - United Way Quad Cities launched it’s ‘Write Start Quad Cities’ school supply drive to help kids succeed in the classroom. According to a release, United Way is asking neighbors across the Quad Cities to help provide 5,000 local students with school supplies. “When...
Iowa Football Lands the #1 Kicker in the Class of 2025 [VIDEO]
There is no middle ground when it comes to kickers in the game of football. You are either beloved by the fan base or hated for your misses. Fortunately for Iowa Hawkeye fans, the team has featured some great placekickers in Iowa City—names like Nate Kaeding, Rob Houghtlin, and Keith Duncan. Iowa fans are hoping the Hawkeye's latest recruit will add his name to that list.
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