Union workers in Quad Cities protest at new store

Construction workers will rally in the Quad Cities today (Saturday) to protest plans by builders of a big new Wal-Mart store to hire non-union labor. Rory Washburn is executive director of the Tri-City Building Trades Council and says it’s just one of many big...

Governor decides to veto or sign bills

Governor Tom Vilsack had 30 days to sign or veto bills that passed the Iowa Legislature’s regular session, which ended April 30th. Vilsack signed the two budget bills that were left for his review, but used his item veto authority to nix some language in the...

Boys track meet runs with new scoring system

The boys’ state high school track and field meet is underway in Drake Stadium and this year’s event features a new scoring system. Beginning this weekend, the top eight place winners in each event will score points for their team. Previously, only the top...

Boys track meet ready to run

The boys’ state track and field meet begins this morning in Drake Stadium. Williamsburg is looking to repeat as the class 2A team champ after edging Tipton a year ago despite having just one champion. Coach Greg Stoultz is hoping for another consistent...