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Governor’s Charity Steer Show Recap
A local 4-H exhibitor was on the big stage in Des Moines for the 42nd Annual Governor’s Charity Steer Show at the Iowa State Fair. Kate Totemeier of Columbus Junction is a member of the Cloverleaf 4-H Club in Louisa County and was sponsored by the District 20 Cattlemen’s Association and Louisa County Cattlemen. The Columbus Junction 12-year-old was joined in the ring by a celebrity showman, Iowa State University two-time NCAA National Champion wrestler David Carr. She raised more than $41,000 for the event. Totemeier and Carr were the People’s Choice Award Winners of the show, awarded to the team that earns the loudest applause from the crowd. This year, there were 24 total participants. Last year’s event raised over a half million dollars, and since its inception in 1983, the Iowa Governor’s Charity Steer show has raised over $5 million. Proceeds are donated to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Iowa.
The Heart of the Story: Motorcycle mania
Our Quad Cities News is partnering with award-winning journalist Gary Metivier for The Heart of the Story. Each week, Gary showcases inspiring stories of everyday people doing cool stuff, enjoying their hobbies, and living life to the fullest. Stories that feature the best of the human condition. The world’s biggest...
Iowa man given probation, ordered to pay six-figure fine for fatal 2023 crash
A Washington County man was placed on probation and will pay more than $150,000 in restitution for a fatal crash, likely avoiding jail time. Drake Brezina, 25, was sentenced to five years probation just over one year after the fatal Aug. 7, 2023, crash. He pled guilty to vehicular homicide and serious injury by vehicle. ...
HAWK ALERT issued over suspicious package
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - The University of Iowa Police Department has issued a HAWK ALERT for a suspicious package at the Capitol Street Ramp on N Capitol Street. The Johnson County Metro Bomb Squad is on scene investigating. Police are asking people to avoid the area until further notice.
Quad Cities Brace for Friday Storms; Sunshine Expected Over Labor Day Weekend
Davenport, IA – Severe thunderstorms are expected to taper off by Friday evening, bringing an end to the unsettled weather that has impacted the Quad Cities area. Friday’s storms, featuring strong winds, heavy downpours, and frequent lightning, are expected to conclude in the afternoon, making way for a pleasant Labor Day weekend.
Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 1 of college football season
USC — U-S-C! What happened? Shoutout James Droz. Wisconsin — Hate to say it but the Badgers are sneaky. Washington — We all will miss Michael Penix Jr. Indiana especially. Nebraska — Offbrand Patrick Mahomes won’t be enough to flip this team around. Rutgers —...
Quad City schools step up safety measures amid rising football-related deaths
DAVENPORT, Iowa — As the high school football season kicks off, concerns over player safety are at the forefront, especially in light of several recent tragic incidents across the country. Just in August, at least seven middle and high school football players have died due to injuries sustained during...
Iowa women’s soccer notebook | Hawkeyes tie No. 12 Texas, follow up with decisive 3-0 win against Florida Gulf Coast
The No. 25 Iowa women’s soccer team traveled down south to face No. 12 Texas in a highly anticipated top-25 matchup. Both the Hawkeyes and Longhorns won their respective conference championships in 2023, adding more drama to the matchup. Both clubs duked it out in a defensive oriented game...
Iowa third-year defensive back Xavier Nwankpa maturing into key role on Hawkeye defense
Growing up, Xavier Nwankpa was known for his competitiveness in gym class. “He always ruled the school when it came to P.E. classes,” his mother, Amy Erickson, recalls. Despite his competitive nature, Nwankpa was known for his kindness and mature demeanor in the classroom. “I think every single parent-teacher...
Hawkeyes Win Home Opener, DiIanni Gets Win 100
IOWA City, Iowa – The University of Iowa soccer team defeated Florida Gulf Coast, 3-0, on Thursday night at Iowa Soccer Complex. Head Coach Dave DiIanni secured his 100th win as a Hawkeye. The Hawkeyes advance to 2-0-2 on the season. Freshman Berit Parten got the scoring started for...
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