Iowa State University has released the results of the first round of COVID-19 tests for students moving back to campus. The information shows 3,037 students moving into the residence halls and campus apartments have been. Sixty-six-students -- or 2.2% tested positive, while 2,971 students, or … [Read more...]
Vintage World War Two planes in Mason City for tours
The B-17 Bomber “Sentimental Journey” and the P-51 Mustang “Tuskegee Airmen” are both at the Mason City Municipal Airport this weekend. The bomber is owned by the Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum and is flying through the Midwest as part of their “Flying Legends of Victory Tour”. Senior … [Read more...]
New Iowa law at center of school start debate
A bill that passed the legislature with overwhelming bipartisan support has become a flash point in the debate over how schools should start this month. The bill, which is now law, says Iowa schools should develop plans for "rigorous" online courses, but the law goes on to say that unless … [Read more...]
Historic mural from former Sioux City school building moving to museum
One of the last remaining murals from the historic former Central High School building in Sioux City is headed to the Sioux City Public Museum. The mural was on the wall in the building's auditorium and museum director, Steve Hansen says it is being donated by the alumni association. The building … [Read more...]
Attorney General issues warning on certain type of mask
A consumer alert is being issued for Iowans to avoid certain types of face masks that are being sold using deceptive claims and which may not offer protection from COVID-19. Lynn Hicks, a spokesman for the Iowa Attorney General's office, says they're asking stores to remove masks from shelves … [Read more...]
Spirit Lake man charged with hit-and-run on West Lake Okoboji
A 20-year-old has turned himself in to authorities and been charged in connection with a hit-and-run boating accident on West Lake Okoboji. The accident happened just after 10:30 on Tuesday evening. A report from the Department of Natural Resources indicates a boat operated by 52-year-old Vaughn … [Read more...]
Guilty plea made in connection with fraud at Des Moines Metro Waste Authority
The former executive director of the Des Moines Metro Waste Authority has pleaded guilty to one count of mail fraud after investigators say he improperly collected at least $1.8 million. A special investigation released by the state auditor in December indicated Jeff Dworek created a shell … [Read more...]
More people now eligible for rent and mortgage help through state pandemic program
The Iowa Finance Authority says more people could now be eligible to receive assistance through their COVID-19 Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention program. Spokesperson Ashley Jared says those who were ineligible because they received the $600 federal unemployment benefit are now eligible for the … [Read more...]
The annual Sales Tax Holiday is underway
If you need a new shirt, a pair of pants or some sneakers, this is the time to go shopping. What's known as the State of Iowa's Sales Tax Holiday is underway today and tomorrow. John Fuller, the spokesman for the Iowa Department of Revenue, says the rules are fairly … [Read more...]
Des Moines Symphony plans live online performances
Iowa's largest single-day concert event draws 100,000 people to the state capitol lawn every year, except this year, as the pandemic cancelled the Des Moines Symphony’s Yankee Doodle Pops -- and most every other live show in all genres. Conductor Joseph Giunta says these times are extremely … [Read more...]