Crawford County courthouse celebrates 100th birthday

The Crawford County courthouse is 100 years old today (Friday). Since January a committee of local citizens and former county workers worked to put together today’s special program, and committee member Chuck Ettleman says the main events begin at five this...

Kids day kicks off Sunday in Des Moines

Supporters of a new holiday for kids will gather in Des Moines Sunday to celebrate. Mikel Johnson of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa says they’re celebrating what they hope will become “Kids Day.”She says we have holidays for mothers and...

Vilsack hopes to repeal "English Only" law

Governor Tom Vilsack says he regrets signing the bill into law that made English Iowa’s “official” language. Radio Iowa’s O.Kay Henderson reports he told a crowd in Boston he wants a Democratic Legislature so he and lawmakers can repeal the law.During a...

Charles City and Perry advance to semi finals

At the 3A opening round in Carroll top ranked Charles City advanced, while defending champion Harlan was ousted. Charles City beat West Delaware Manchester 7-1. Perry had a one hit shut out against Harlan. Davenport Assumption will take on Sioux City Heelan.
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