Research finds certain generations of women are drinking more alcohol than they used to, almost as much as men, and an Iowa State University study is trying to determine the reasons behind the trend. Susan Stewart, an ISU professor of sociology, says they're learning that some long-held … [Read more...]
Group says vaping among Iowa teens reaching the epidemic level
A new study finds the popularity of electronic cigarettes among Iowa teenagers is growing at what one activist says is an "epidemic" rate, worthy of a national health emergency declaration. Meredith Berkman, co-founder of Parents Against Vaping e-cigarettes (PAVe), says vaping is now four times … [Read more...]
Head of Small Business Administration visiting Sioux City
The head of the U.S. Small Business Administration's lending operation will be in Sioux City today to meet with lenders and to visit businesses that are prospering thanks, in part, to SBA. loans. Bill Manger, director of the SBA's Office of Capital Access, says he's promoting the agency's Lender … [Read more...]
Strong storms blow over semis, knock out power
Severe weather rumbled across much of Iowa this morning, knocking out power to more than 20,000 homes and dumping more than four inches of rain on communities like Eagle Grove, causing flash flooding. At least one house in the Des Moines area was set on fire by a lightning strike and … [Read more...]
Grassley comments on possible purchase of Greenland
While the Trump administration is expressing interest in the U.S. buying Greenland, Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley admits that's not something that was ever on his radar. A U.S.A. Today article this morning estimated the cost of such a purchase at half-a-trillion dollars. Grassley was asked if that … [Read more...]
Health Department investigating lung disease case for possible vaping link
The medical director of the Iowa Department of Public Health confirms Iowa is among the states that's investigating cases of lung disease or illness that may be tied to vaping. Doctor Caitlin Pedati, also the state epidemiologist, says national reports indicate 15 states have at least 120 such … [Read more...]
Central Iowa Air Show promises flying and fireworks
After an absence of several years, the Central Iowa Air Show will return later this week under new management. In the past, one highlight was the use of remote control model aircraft to stage events like the attack on Pearl Harbor. Air show spokesman Isaac Campbell says the new air show at the … [Read more...]
Investigation continues after Bettendorf store clerk shot to death
Police in the Quad Cities have not yet released the name of the store clerk who was shot and killed over the weekend. Bettendorf police say a person with a gun tried to hold up the Big 10 Mart on Saturday evening along the busy 53rd Street corridor. Police say a 28-year-old female clerk was shot … [Read more...]
You are encouraged to register pollinator friendly areas on new app
Whether you have a small patch of cone flowers and milkweeds in a backyard garden or several acres of restored prairie, you're encouraged to register your plot on a new mobile app. Dana Schweitzer, program coordinator of the Iowa Monarch Conservation Consortium, says the Habi-Tally app is … [Read more...]
Studebaker fans gather in the Quad Cities
Dedicated fans of a car that ceased production more than 50 years ago are revving their engines in the Quad Cities this weekend. Duane Miller of Eldridge, president of the Midwestern chapter of the Studebaker Drivers Club, says his love affair with the cars started decades ago when his father, … [Read more...]