Tanzanian students rescued from fatal accident recognized in Sioux City
Three students who were flown to Sioux City for treatment after a deadly school bus crash in Tanzania nearly eight years ago were honored by conservationist Jane Goodall in a […]
Update sees Iowa’s workforce participation up, unemployment holds steady
The U.S. Labor Department conducted its annual revision of labor numbers and found there were 31,000 more people in the Iowa labor force in January. Iowa Workforce Development director Beth […]
Iowa bill expands who’s eligible to serve on county veterans commissions
A bill under consideration in the Iowa legislature would expand the pool of people who may serve on county veterans commissions.The commissions help veterans and their dependents apply for the […]
Dozens of Collins Aerospace workers in Cedar Rapids being laid off
Collins Aerospace has notified the state that it will lay off 160 employees who work in Cedar Rapids. Collins Aerospace employs about 9000 people in Iowa, most of whom work […]
Iowa tabs new running backs coach
Omar Young has been chosen as the new running backs coach for the University of Iowa football program, Moon Family Head Football Coach Kirk Ferentz announced on Monday. Young, 41, […]
Marshalltown nurse admits to stealing medication
A Marshalltown woman has pleaded guilty to taking patient medications for her own use and trying to cover it up. Court documents show 37-year-old Amada Manatt took the medication when […]
Iowa’s weather this week may include highs in the 70s, a blizzard and 8″ of snow
The first day of spring is Thursday and many Iowans may have snow on the ground when the new season arrives. Forecasters predict drastic changes in the weather this week, […]
State patrol reminds Iowans to plan for a safe ride home if they’re drinking today
Whether they’re Irish or not, many Iowans are celebrating on this Saint Patrick’s Day, and if you’ll be among the throngs, Iowa State Patrol trooper Paul Gardner is offering a […]
Iowans are urged to keep kids and poisons far apart
Today marks the start of Poison Prevention Week, and the Iowa Poison Control Center is reminding Iowans their medical experts are always at the ready. Grant Houselog is spokesman for […]
DOT unveils guide to transportation regulations impacting farmers
A guide to transportation regulations for farmers is now available from the Iowa Department of Transportation. The DOT’s Melisa Gillett helped create the farm guide. “There are many regulations that […]