Midwest Living recommends Indiana's Antique Alley Jun 30, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa Turn a hunt for antiques into a getaway on the 60-mile stretch known as Indiana's Antique Alley ... Paxico, Kansas, and Walnut, Iowa. (Yahoo News)
Orphan iguana stolen from Iowa rescue center Jun 30, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa An iguana named Ivana has been having a tough time of it in Des Moines ... Robin Argo, one of the founders of Iowa Reptile Rescue, said volunteers discovered Friday morning that the group's headquarters in the Southridge Mall had been burglarized ... She said the thieves also grabbed a couple of rats, some Iowa Reptile Rescue T-shirts and novelty items. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Iowa man grabs wheel, crashes car during quarrel Jun 30, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa Police said they arrested a Des Moines man after he reportedly lost his temper with his wife while they were traveling on Interstate Highway 235, wrenched the wheel from her and sent the car careening off the road. Officers said Saturday night that a 26-year-old man was charged with domestic assault and was being held at Polk County Jail. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Kevin ArmstrongINSIDE RECRUITING Jun 30, 2009
Ames (Iowa) guard Harrison Barnes enters the summer as the nation's top recruit ... Barnes's mother, Shirley, who works as a secretary in the department of music at Iowa State University, asked which subject the teacher studied ... "He finds a goal," says Vance Downs, who coaches him at Ames (Iowa) High, "and then he's unforgiving in pursuit.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Franklin County casino location changed to Dows Jun 30, 2009
Now it would be located off of exit 159 (Dows) across from the Iowa Visitor Center rest stop, said Gayle Burnett of Rockford, who would own the casino with her husband, Roger, and Century Casinos Iowa ... Burnett said they should find out July 16 if the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission is going to issue additional gaming licenses ... We feel it will be positive for Franklin County as Iowa s gaming industry is strong and is a huge source of revenue for the state of Iowa, Burnett said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Prep roundup: No. 9 Mason City sweeps Waukee Jun 30, 2009
OSAGE Eric Michels scored on a Matt Bushbaum RBI single in the bottom of the third inning for the lone run of the game as Osage edged Belmond-Klemme 1-0 in North Iowa Conference action ... Clear Lake 11, Iowa Falls/Alden 1 (5) ... IOWA FALLS Aaron Howlett and Ozzie Adams combined on a two-hitter as Clear Lake downed Iowa Falls-Alden 11-1 in five innings in North Central Conference action. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Ignoring The Buzz Jun 30, 2009
Craig Brackins looks forward to another year at Iowa State - Luke Winn - SI.com ... While the first round of the NBA draft unfolded last Thursday night, Iowa State's Craig Brackins was on a flight from Chicago to Belgrade, Serbia, for the World University Games ... and never played high school basketball there due to academic issues, followed his first AAU coach -- current Cyclones assistant T.J. Otzelberger -- to Iowa State. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
UPDATE: Child injured in Waterloo accident Jun 30, 2009
Jonathan Kargus of 1210 W. Third St., was flown to University Hospitals in Iowa City with incapacitating injuries, police said. The accident took place about 8:40 p.m. at the intersection of West Third and Baltimore streets. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
What to do about lost train tickets? Jun 29, 2009
I bought two Amtrak tickets for my sister and me to travel from Osceola, Iowa, to Denver, recently ... - Diane Stephany, Des Moines, Iowa ... Karen C. asks: "I recently resigned from a company in which I have a 401(k) plan. Funds were deducted... Advertisers Advertising Services: Reader Services: Company Info: Be the first to share your thoughts on this story. Share your thoughts on this story. - be the first to share your thoughts on this question. - Sorry, comments are closed for this story.... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
O'Rear chooses hoops over baseball -- for now Jun 29, 2009
For the past six weeks, the University of Northern Iowa's Lucas O'Rear has been wrestling with that choice ... Northern Iowa's Lucas O'Rear reacts as he is charged with a foul in the first half Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009 at in Cedar Falls, Iowa ... FAN CENTRAL The immense metallic and cloth dome structure cutting into the horizon is one of Iowa s most recognized and cherished facilities. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Supreme Court to decide final 3 cases on Monday Jun 29, 2009
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Larry Olson: High praise for downstream trip to Dubuque Jun 29, 2009
After three days traveling downstream from La Crosse to Dubuque, Iowa, there s a quenching that we have found a mechanism for our students to fall in love with the river. Minneapolis teachers recently became students aboard the 80-foot Huck Finn No. 16, a rental. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Gay Pride Parade marks 40 years after NYC uprising Jun 29, 2009
The celebration was tempered by the knowledge that other states, including Massachusetts, Connecticut and Iowa, have legalized same-sex marriage before New York. "Hopes and dreams and expectations have been raised, and there is nothing worse than to for people to have their hopes die out, to have the rug pulled out from under them," said City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, New York City's most prominent openly gay elected official. (USA Today)
Traveling teams occupy kids Jun 28, 2009
The drive from their house to the traveling team's home turf was about 55 miles one way, and Rodriquez has played in Iowa, Missouri, Colorado, Arizona, Mexico, Minnesota and Georgia as well. Cary's Drew Woodall, who played at Athens Drive High School and will play at Charleston Southern, has never traveled out-of-state for baseball tournaments. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lindsey lifts Z's late over Redbirds Jun 28, 2009
Collazo's performance didn't shock Zephyrs Manager Edwin Rodriguez, even though the team didn't arrive back in town until 4 p.m. Saturday after some travel issues in Iowa after the series with the Cubs. "Before the game, (Collazo) said he was ready to go eight (innings)," Rodriguez said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Obituaries for Sunday, June 28, 2009 Jun 28, 2009
and Patricia Nehls of Des Moines, Iowa; three sons, James (Patty Linders) of Onalaska, Steven (Wanda) of Stoddard and Thomas (Sandy) of Stevens Point, Wis ... Carole (Jim) Fisher of La Crosse and Diane (Mike) Espenes of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 13 grandchildren, Cassie and Greg Brod, Deanna (Scott) Beesley, Jeff (Melanie) Fisher, Jay (Samantha) Fisher, Shanna (Jared) Dawson, Sarah Fisher, Ben (Jamie) Fisher, Becky (Bryan) Marbel, Joel Fisher, and Christina, Kari and Andrew Espenes; and 15... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Prep roundup: Cardinals top Mohawks, 1-0 Jun 27, 2009
BELMOND Shelby Dougherty tossed a two-hitter, striking out eight as No. 8 (2A) Belmond-Klemme downed Lake Mills (12-8, 4-5) 10-0 in five innings in North Iowa Conference action ... Osage 4, North Iowa 2 ... OSAGE Osage scored two runs in the first and second innings in a 4-2 victory over North Iowa in North Iowa Conference action. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Roth, Wadwell Earn All-America Honors Jun 27, 2009
Name School P Brandice Balschmiter University of Massachusetts P Stephanie Brombacher University of Florida P Brittany Weil University of Iowa C University of Louisville 1B Tiffany Huff University of Tennessee 2B Aja Paculba University of Florida 3B Lindsey Ubrun University of Missouri SS Molly Johnson University of Kentucky OF Kelsey Bruder University of Florida OF Francesca Enea University of Florida OF Brittany Rogers University of Alabama UT/P Becca Heteniak DePaul University UT/Non-P Amanda... (Uoflsports.com)
PAT DODDS: Father, son make memories with travels Jun 27, 2009
That was when we spent 30 days, over two summers, visiting all 99 counties of my native state of Iowa. We saw every courthouse, every museum (the Hobo Museum, the Danish Immigrant Museum, the Farm Toy Museum, and so on), and every state park. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
It's Now Or Never For The Last-Minute Traveler Jun 27, 2009
Bestfares showed Des Moines, Iowa, to Atlanta flights for $285 per person for air and hotel this weekend. Fares from Midwestern cities to the Northeast were 26 percent lower than last year, according to Harrell. (Click2Houston, TX)
Wesley United Methodists bid farewell to Hal Green Jun 27, 2009
MUSCATINE, Iowa Several members of the Wesley United Methodist congregation and staff roasted their pastor of 12 years, Dr. Hal Green and his wife, Kathleen. Green retired last Sunday. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Avoid car costs by sharing Jun 27, 2009
Zipcar also operates in Canada, as well as London in the UK. The service is strongest on the coasts, with the Northeast being particularly thick with coverage, but even Des Moines, Iowa has Zipcars available. Zipcar claims that as consumers are moving toward more "access" models (such as buying music by the song for your MP3 player), cars could also move in this direction. (CNN)
Santa Fe bridge in line for funds Jun 27, 2009
Published: Friday, June 26, 2009 1:10 PM CDT Congressman Dave Loebsack (D-Iowa) voted for this year's Homeland Security Appropriations bill and his staff reports that he pushed for funding to be put in the alteration of bridges account ... In a press release, Loebsack said how vital bridges are to the Iowa second district's families and businesses. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
• Church news Jun 27, 2009
The Rev. Canon Ronald Osborne of Des Moines, Iowa, will baptize his great-niece, Brooke Walther, daughter of Emily and Eric Walther of Twin Falls ... Osborne has been a priest in the Diocese of Iowa for 40-plus years, serving as a campus minister and parish priest ... Now retired, he is a missioner for a new church in Indianola, Iowa. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
UNIs Mulder advances to semifinals Jun 27, 2009
Northern Iowa senior Tyler Mulder advanced to the semifinal round in the 800 meter run Thursday at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships ... FAN CENTRAL The immense metallic and cloth dome structure cutting into the horizon is one of Iowa s most recognized and cherished facilities. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Court to lay off staff to meet budget cuts Jun 27, 2009
Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice Marsha Ternus said the latest belt-tightening measures are needed to operate within a $5 ... "However, as the leaders of Iowa's justice system we are deeply concerned about the impact continuing cuts will have on our ability to deliver quality court services to the public," she added. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Court reporter latest judicial system cut Jun 27, 2009
The Iowa Supreme Court has reduced Judicial Branch operating expenses by 5. 4 million for fiscal year 2010. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Nine-State Tornado Chase Nets One Twister Jun 26, 2009
Vortex2 focused on Wyoming, Texas, Minnesota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas and Oklahoma. The National Science Foundation and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are the main source of funding for the project. (KWTX.com, TX)
Broncos on national television at least three times in 2009 Jun 26, 2009
It will be the first time WMU has played on the BTN since its 28-19 win at Iowa to cap the 2007 campaign. The Broncos' third nationally broadcast game will be their regular season finale against Ball State at 7 p.m. on Nov. 24 in Waldo Stadium. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Swine Flu May Have Infected More Than 100,000 Americans Jun 25, 2009
CDC says confirmed cases, including 2 new deaths, may not reflect true reach of the disease. Sunday, May 17, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Sanford Woman Dies Of Swine Flu Jun 25, 2009
A gunman shot and killed Aplington-Parkersburg (Iowa) High School football coach Ed Thomas in the school's weight room early Wednesday. Thomas coached Jaguars center Brad Meester. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Prep roundup: Harmon tosses no-hitter for No. 10 Mohawks Jun 25, 2009
Maroo finished with four RBIs while Ausenhus and Tyler Mason had two apiece for the Mohawks, who host West Des Moines Valley in a CIML Iowa Conference doubleheader today ... Garner-Hayfield 9, North Iowa 6 ... BUFFALO CENTER Leading 5-4, Garner-Hayfield scored four runs in the top of the seventh inning in a 9-6 victory over North Iowa in North Iowa Conference action on Wednesday. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Ensure you have the proper auto insurance coverage Jun 25, 2009
The Atlantic News Telegraph P.O. Box 230 Atlantic, Iowa Phone: 712-243-2624 FAX: 712-243-4988. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
UNI players find new homes Jun 25, 2009
FAN CENTRAL The immense metallic and cloth dome structure cutting into the horizon is one of Iowa s most recognized and cherished facilities. The addition of McLeod Center to the west campus complex continues UNI s dedication to student needs. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Air Force ensemble mixes music, travel Jun 25, 2009
The Noteables play in eight Midwest and Plains states covering 680,000 square miles: Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming. It is the largest geographical area of any regional stateside Air Force band. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Troubleshooter: Help, Ive lost my train tickets Jun 24, 2009
I bought two Amtrak tickets for my sister and me to travel from Osceola, Iowa, to Denver, recently ... Diane Stephany, Des Moines, Iowa. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Barbour: Critical services to go on Jun 24, 2009
An Internet search shows Barbour is scheduled to be at Republican fundraisers in New Hampshire today and in Iowa on Thursday. He helped raise campaign cash for a Republican gubernatorial candidate on Monday in Virginia. (The Clarion-Ledger)
UNI baseball players find new places to play Jun 24, 2009
CEDAR FALLS --- As the University of Northern Iowa baseball program went through its final season this spring, head coach Rick Heller watched opposing coaches recruit his current players ... FAN CENTRAL The immense metallic and cloth dome structure cutting into the horizon is one of Iowa s most recognized and cherished facilities. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
In this weather, breathing problems are common Jun 24, 2009
People with respiratory problems tend to struggle more in hot humid weather, a North Iowa physician said ... On Monday and Tuesday, Mercy Medical Center North Iowa said it treated four heat-related illnesses all due to dehydration ... com Privacy Policy: Welcome to the web sites of the Globe Gazette, a media company located in eastern Iowa. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Martin reveals non-conference slate Jun 24, 2009
K-State has played four games at the Orleans Arena in two of the past three seasons, winning the Findlay Toyota Holiday Classic with victories over USC and New Mexico in December 2007 and dropping games to Kentucky and Iowa at the Findlay Toyota Las Vegas Invitational in November 2008 ... Big 12 home opponents Colorado, Iowa State, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma State, Texas, Texas ABig 12 road opponents Baylor, Colorado, Iowa State, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas Tech. (Kansas State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Giuliani's foes see abortion as chink in armor Jun 23, 2009
"I think it's one of the fundamental principles of a conservative to have respect and commitment to the dignity of human life, both the born and unborn," McCain told the Associated Press in Iowa. Giuliani's lead in public opinion surveys has raised the question of what it would mean for the party to nominate an abortion-rights supporter. (Yahoo News -- Presidential Election 2000)
BVU delves deep into the Holocaust Jun 23, 2009
"Here in northwest Iowa we are sort of immune to all that, we don't realize how active this is because we don't see it here every day," Steinfeld says. The BVU duo started coordinating classes and trips on the Holocaust in 1999, and took their first trip to the scenes of the Holocaust the following year. (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Hospitals offer 24/7 relief from heat, humidity Jun 23, 2009
National Weather Service meteorologists in Omaha and Des Moines issued heat advisories today for roughly the southern two-thirds of Iowa and Nebraska, extending as far north as southern Woodbury County ... Sources: Iowa Department of Public Health and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (Sioux City Journal)
Cards' First Baseman Andrew Clark, Signee Matthew Koch Taken on Final Day of MLB Draft Jun 23, 2009
was taken in the 31st round as the 950th selection overall by the Chicago Cubs, while Koch, a 6-3, 185-pound right-handed pitcher from Cherokee, Iowa, was the 1,128th selection overall in the 37th round by the Boston Red Sox ... Koch, from Cherokee Washington High School, signed with the Cardinals last fall as the top rated player in the state of Iowa and a top 100 player in the nation according to Baseball America. (Uoflsports.com)
Reports: Apple CEO Steve Jobs had liver transplant Jun 22, 2009
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Sonnen fitting in well with new team Jun 22, 2009
"I came from a high school like Northern Iowa where you put a lot of time into defense," he said ... With several more experienced guards and incoming Iowa guard Cully Payne on his PTL team, he hasn't logged significant minutes during the first week of play ... Gonzaga, Iowa State, Wisconsin and San Diego also showed interest. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Haunted waters: Bio boxes Jun 22, 2009
The Winona County Sheriff coordinated the efforts of more than 80 search and rescue agencies from Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa during the initial search. He befriended the surviving family members and went on to lead several other searches over the next two years to give them some semblance of closure. (Winona Daily News, MN)
A trip to remember: Local WWII vets invited to visit D.C. memorial (1) Jun 22, 2009
MUSCATINE, Iowa Richard Stammer was a 20-year-old Staff Sgt. with the U.S. Army, far from his home in Muscatine, when his commander pinned the Silver Star Medal for gallantry on his chest in 1945. The award symbolized Stammer s bravery as a soldier with the 5th Army front during the Italian campaign in World War II, but it wasn t the young soldiers soldier s first award. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Waves Of Storms Leave Thousands Without Power Jun 21, 2009
Iowa and Wisconsin also had scattered outages. The storms produced torrential rain. (KWTX.com, TX)
Meisner at helm of Sgt. Floyd welcome center Jun 21, 2009
A: The most sought after item would be the state map, both for Iowa and Nebraska, followed by the visitors guides for both. Next would be local information and a city map. (Sioux City Journal)
Making Your Vacation Fido-Friendly Jun 21, 2009
Storms In Illinois, Michigan, Iowa, Wisconsin Bring Torrential Rain. Tank Cars Carrying Highly-Flammable Ethanol Erupt In Flames In Fatal Illinois Accident. (CBS News)
New business features tubing on Floyd (31) Jun 21, 2009
Sioux City Journal : New business features tubing on Floyd. New business features tubing on Floyd. (Sioux City Journal)
Global group raises Hanapepe home Jun 21, 2009
This is perfect timing of our projects, Benn said in an e-mail before leaving to help with a build in Iowa. On May 6, Kaua i Habitat for Humanity received the permits for two homes on Moi Road in Hanapepe Heights. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Antique cars cruise into Lake Hallie Jun 21, 2009
The drivers come from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa. The group has been getting together for 26 years, but has get-togethers in a variety of places, so this is one of their few trips to the Chippewa Valley. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
To address problems, KWWL to increase digital TV transmitter power (22) Jun 20, 2009
cheerleader wrote on Apr 14, 2009 9:15 AM:" It's not just KWWL; My parents over by Omaha have the same problem with their NBC channel. I wonder if it's really "KWWL" making the change, or if it has come down from NBC.And it's great that people in Wisconsin are getting the channel, since a lot of the news is about Wisconsin. There are plenty of people in teh area who think Iowa ends in Des Moines because KWWL is "IOwa's News Channel" but their weather maps, etc always have a raised area of the... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Jefferson Lines adds route from Mason City to Waterloo Jun 20, 2009
In Waterloo, Jefferson will make connections with Burlington Trailways for Dubuque, Chicago, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and many other destinations. We have had many requests for this service and we are pleased and excited to expand our network in Iowa, said Charlie Zelle, CEO and president. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Fast boats? Check. Friends? Check. Let’s race Jun 20, 2009
and Brian Payn of Center Point, Iowa, worked through the hot afternoon Thursday to make sure their boats were ready to race. This guy knows all the tricks, said Payn, as he and Yoder looked over the setup he had done on the engine of one of his runabout boats. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Tar Heels Will Tackle Challenging Slate In 2009 Jun 20, 2009
The annual event, which also includes Wake Forest, will be hosted this fall by Iowa. Carolina's first home game is on Sept. 4. (Tarheelblue.com)
Disconnects as far as the eye can see Jun 20, 2009
conservativeUS wrote on Jun 18, 2009 1:26 AM:" I have my birth certificate right in my hands right now. Just like any truly born american citizen should have. somehow obama didnt have a copy and some yahoo administrator in liberal hawaii, and chosen state of birth of obama;s said he seen a document online that he says with certainty is authentic. i am sure everyone has seen the same clearly manipulated and hand edited copy of this authentic document. mine, is typed with a state of iowa seal on... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Nestle recalls cookie dough products Jun 20, 2009
5ozChristmas Sugar Cookie Tube 16ozOatmeal Cranberry Cookie Tub 48 oz.- STATES WHERE CASES HAVE BEEN REPORTED:Arkansas (1); Arizona (2); California (2); Colorado (5); Delaware (1); Hawaii (1); Iowa (2); Illinois (5); Kentucky (1); Massachusetts (4); Maryland (2); Maine (3); Minnesota (5); Missouri (2); Montana (1); North Carolina (1); New Hampshire (2); New Jersey (1); Nevada (2); Ohio (4); Oklahoma (1); Oregon (1); Pennsylvania (2); South Carolina (1); Texas (3); Utah (2); Virginia (2);... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Systems Engineer-CIVPOL ICAS (Melbourne,FL) Jun 20, 2009
We also helped provide temporary housing in Iowa for persons displaced by flooding in the Midwest in 2008. Systems Engineer-CIVPOL ICAS (Melbourne,FL). (Florida Today)
DNA Debunks Mich. Man's Hunch He Was Snatched Tot Jun 20, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- After five decades of silence about what happened to his toddler son, farmer Jerry Damman was hopeful that a Michigan man's incredible claim to be the boy was true ... From his farm in Iowa, the 78-year-old Damman said he was disappointed ... He even went as far to travel to Iowa to try and get a glimpse of the man he thought was his father, and connected with the sister of the missing toddler, Pamela Damman Horne. (W-USA News, DC)
Tornadoes Hit Minnesota Town Jun 19, 2009
Storms also swept across Iowa overnight with heavy rain, hail and strong winds, leaving widespread damage and power outages. More Stories. (KWTX.com, TX)
Sports Briefs Jun 19, 2009
ORANGE CITY, Iowa -- Stephanie Kuhl, the career home run (25) and RBI (131) leader at South Dakota State University, has been named the new head softball coach at Northwestern College, taking over for Dave Hulsart, who will remain on the coaching staff as an assistant ... CHICAGO -- Whitney Westrum of Waukee High School has been named the 2008-09 Gatorade Iowa girls track and field athlete of the year. (Sioux City Journal)
Test shows man not long-missing boy Jun 19, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa After five decades of silence about what happened to his toddler son, farmer Jerry Damman was hopeful that a Michigan man's incredible claim to be the boy was true ... FILE - In this July 5, 1956 file photo, Marilyn and Jerry Damman and their daughter Pamela, 1, look a photos of their 3-year-old son, Stephen, at their home in Newton, Iowa ... From his farm in Iowa, the 78-year-old Damman said he was disappointed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
