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Board reinstates nursing license of woman formerly imprisoned for dealing meth
The Iowa Board of Nursing has, for the second time, reinstated the license of a nurse who served time in federal prison for dealing methamphetamine. Court records indicate that in August 2016, Ragan Victor Gomez of Marshalltown was sentenced to 43 months of imprisonment after pleading guilty to a felony charge of conspiracy to distribute […]
Reynolds, Bird announce $5.5 million in victim services funding after federal cuts
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and Attorney General Brenna Bird pledged Monday to provide $5.5 million in one-time bridge funding to keep services available for Iowa crime victims after Congress made budget cuts to federal victims services funding. Earlier this year, Congress lowered the spending cap on the Victim of Crimes Act (VOCA) fund to $1.2 […]
DCG Volleyball Looking for Neat Year
Dallas Center – Grimes volleyball will be looking for a neat year in the 2024 season, as the Mustangs will be looking to put together more wins in the year after a 20-13 2023 year. Under the direction of Meg Jackson, DCG will be bringing back multiple starters along...
Boone County Hospital Creates $1.8 Million Impact on Local Community Benefits in 2023
BOONE, Iowa—Boone County Hospital created a $1.8 million impact on local community benefits in 2023. In all, Iowa’s hospitals provided 137,841 jobs statewide. Last year, Boone County Hospital (BCH) generated 783 jobs that added $43.6 million in wages in the Boone County economy, according to the latest study by the Iowa Hospital Association.
How to identify a shelf cloud. They aren't as dangerous as you might think
As Des Moines was hit with strong thunderstorms Tuesday, pictures of a "shelf cloud" start circulating social media. The images displayed what looked like low hanging clouds under more cloud coverage that effectively blocked out most sunlight mid-Tuesday morning. While the images are striking, what actually is a shelf cloud and did...
Barry Manilow looking forward to 'saying goodbye' before last Des Moines concert
Barry Manilow is saying goodbye to Des Moines as he marks the end of his touring career. But he wants to emphasize to fans: He is not saying goodbye to performing. Iowans have one last chance to see him on tour in Des Moines on Aug. 1 for "The Last Des Moines Concert." After that, Iowans may have to travel to Las Vegas to see the 15-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and musician. ...
French Way Cleaners building in Highland Park finally gets a tenant. What's planned?
A one-stop-shop for the newly betrothed is coming to Des Moines' Highland Park neighborhood. The French Way Cleaners & Dyers building, which shuttered in 2018 after 109 years in business, will soon see wedding venue Chandelier take over its central storefront, with its two horn-blowing French heralds on the facade. It's neighbored by Kalon Bridal Studio, which officially opened in April. ...
Knoxville Man Charged with Felony Criminal Mischief
A Knoxville man has been charged with felony criminal mischief after alleged vehicle vandalism early Friday morning. According to court records, on July 26th at 2:34 am, Knoxville Police Officers were dispatched to the intersection of Marion St. and Attica Rd. for a report of a vehicle being vandalized. The reporting party stated that two males took off running westbound on Marion St and described one of the males as having black and white hair. This fit the description of 18-year-old Zachary Rankin according to Officer Joe Weppler. The reporting party was then able to positively identify Rankin as the one vandalizing the vehicle due to a Facebook image.
Des Moines police issue warning on rising gun thefts from vehicles
DES MOINES, Iowa — Authorities in Des Moines are alerting residents to a significant increase in gun thefts from vehicles, with reports already at around 50 cases halfway through the year. Typically, the police see around 150 stolen gun reports each year, with about a third of these incidents...
Mother sues Des Moines Public Schools, alleging teaching assistant assaulted son
DES MOINES, Iowa — A mother is suing Des Moines Public Schools, alleging her son was assaulted by a teacher's assistant. KCCI talked with Tereasa Washington back in November. She told us her 4-year-old son Ezekiel sustained serious scratches on his head and neck at Carver Elementary School. In her lawsuit against the district, Washington claims her son was assaulted by former teaching assistant Mia Williams.
Here’s What You Can Save On During Iowa’s Tax-Free Weekend
It's almost time to send our kiddos back to school!. One sure signal that the summer is drawing to a close is tax-free weekend. It's when a lot of us get back-to-school clothes and supplies for our kids and it's a good time in general to do some shopping. It's...