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Solon Senior Quarterback Bell Ready to Flourish as Leader of Spartan Offense
SOLON – Just over a year ago Solon senior quarterback Tyler Bell had a football debut to forget. In his first varsity start Bell completed just five of his 25 pass attempts for meager nine yards and threw an interception in a 34-7 season-opening loss to Davenport Assumption. It...
Sensory bags and trained staff now available at Kinnick Stadium
IOWA CITY, Iowa — The University of Iowa was recently recognized for itscommitment to creating sensory-inclusive spaces by KultureCity, an organizationdedicated to promoting inclusivity and accessibility for individuals with sensory needs. KultureCity’s flagship initiative, the Sensory Inclusive program provides training and resources to staff, enabling them to better accommodate...
Eleven People Accused Of Stealing Over $60,000 From Iowa City Bank
(Iowa City, IA) -- Multiple people are charged with conspiracy and money laundering for stealing over 60-thousand dollars from an Iowa City bank. Prosecutors say Dejaun Jamison and 11 co-conspirators deposited 63-thousand dollars in forged checks into various accounts at MidWestOne Bank over a six-month period beginning last August. Eight...
Iowa City fugitive returns to the U.S.
(Radio Iowa) – A former University of Iowa student has voluntarily returned to the U-S where he’ll face prosecution for allegedly attacking a woman in Iowa City. U-I police say Ali Younes arrived in Chicago on Tuesday and now awaits extradition to Iowa. Younes is charged with attempted murder, robbery, theft and escape. In April of 2022, police say he tackled and choked a woman until she was unconscious on the U-I campus and stole her 20-thousand dollar earrings.
College Savings Iowa rebrands to ISave 529
DES MOINES, Iowa — College Savings Iowa has been rebranded to ISave 529, the state treasurer's office announced this week. The new name for Iowa's 529 plan hopes better encompass what saving for education might look like, from K-12 tuition to apprenticeship programs, according to the news release. "We...
Football Capsules: Taking a Quick Look at Solon
Head coach: Lucas Stanton (5th season) Assistant coaches: JT Timmons; Bryce Pierce; Pat Swancutt; Noah Sigwarth; Matt Vandeberg; Marcus Schnoor; Mark Sovers; Tory Hackert; Rory Siddell; Aaron Kampman; Frank Haege; Dan Coons; Parker Eichenberger. Last season: 10-2 (Class 3A semifinals) Returning starters: Tyler Bell, Sr., QB/DB; Eddie Johnson, Sr., RB/DE;...
Eldridge alpaca farm to host groovy, cosmic glow yoga night
ELDRIDGE, Iowa (KWQC) -McCarty’s Corner Farm, a family-owned farm featuring alpacas, goats, and many other critters, is excited to welcome visitors to participate in a unique and magical experience. The farm is hosting a chance for attendees to become immersed in the glow of black lights and the beauty...
Osage to host concert fundraiser for young-onset dementia
OSAGE, Iowa – A concert to raise money for research into young-onset dementia will take place Saturday in Mitchell County. Iowa-born philanthropist and country-rock musician Jay Allen will headline the Care for a Cure fundraiser at Sunny Brae Golf & Country Club in Osage on August 31. All proceeds from the concert will go toward fighting frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a disease that affects tens of thousands of people each year.
Start Labor Day weekend with Hancher's Welcome Back Concert, FRYfest and a craft beer bash
The students and college football are back, which means the Iowa City corridor will be buzzing with activity over the weekend. The Labor Day holiday typically brings an unofficial close to the summer, but with a bevy of events planned, the end is anything but near. Here are five things to check...
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