by O. Kay Henderson | Feb 27, 2015 | News, Politics & Government
With a deadline looming, Republicans in the U.S. House are proposing a short-term spending plan that will avert the partial shut-down of the federal Homeland Security agency at midnight. If the deal passes the House, it will also have to pass the Senate and Republican...
by O. Kay Henderson | Feb 27, 2015 | News, Politics & Government
The Iowa DOT estimates the state could collect about $40 million a year from farmers and construction companies if the tax exemption for so-called “red dye” fuel was lifted — and a few lawmakers are questioning why that tax advantage is being...
by Matt Kelley | Feb 27, 2015 | News, Recreation / Entertainment
One of the biggest country music superstars of the past decade has been added to this year’s Iowa State Fair Grandstand lineup. According to a post this morning on the fair’s Facebook page, Carrie Underwood will perform on Monday, August 17th. The show is...
by Dar Danielson | Feb 27, 2015 | Human Interest, News, Weather
The latest report by Iowa’s largest utility companies shows more than $39 million in past due bills. In addition, more than one thousand households were disconnected for unpaid bills. A federal program called LIHEAP provides protection from those signed up from having...
by Matt Kelley | Feb 27, 2015 | News, Recreation / Entertainment
A cruise line that’s made a name for itself overseas may soon be sailing along eastern Iowa’s riverfront. You’ve likely seen the TV ads for Viking River Cruises. They offer stunning views of luxury ships steaming up European rivers like the Rhine and...