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The Cheeseburger Trail Every Iowa Food Lover Should Take At Least Once (10 Stops)

Is there anything more satisfying than biting into a perfectly made cheeseburger? Actually, yes, doing it ten times on one unforgettable road trip. Iowa may be known for rolling cornfields, but locals know the state’s burger game deserves just as much attention. From old-school diners flipping patties the same...
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Cutting-edge $275m casino with 700 slots & 22 tables to open in months next...

A STATE-of-the-art casino and entertainment complex is entering the home stretch of construction – and local businesses are preparing for an influx of guests. The exciting project will bring jobs...
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Pedestrian struck and killed on I-80 Sunday morning

JOHNSON COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa State Patrol says one person was struck and killed after standing on I-80. The incident happened just after 1:00 a.m. Sunday morning. The report says the person was standing in the traveled portion of the eastbound lane of interstate around Mile Marker 245. This is near Exit 246 c
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Not a total washout for Independence Day

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Isolated showers and storms will continue to pop up throughout the day. These are not expected to bring severe weather, but they may bring heavier rain where they do occur. Keep an eye on the radar if you have any outdoor plans today, and go indoors when thunder roars.
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Holiday campers struggle for space as data center workers fill RV park

OXFORD, Iowa (KCRG) - An Eastern Iowa campground is at capacity this Fourth of July weekend, saying data center workers are filling most sites and making it harder for longtime campers to find a spot. Campground manager Stephanie Chrisman says Unhitched Sleepy Hollow RV Park in Oxford is the busiest...
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Fireworks stand workers report record sales, theft ahead of Fourth of July

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Fireworks stand workers in the Cedar Rapids area said this year has been one of their best for sales, but some employees have also had to deal with theft attempts in the days leading up to the Fourth of July. An employee at a Wild...
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Children reunited with families after reported missing during Savannah Bananas game

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Children that were reported lost during Friday’s Savannah Bananas game in Kinnick Stadium have been reunited with their families, officials confirmed to KCRG. TV9 is working to confirm reports of multiple missing children at the Savannah Bananas game Friday night. Viewers have contacted the...
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Coralville 4thFest concerts canceled because of lightning

CORALVILLE, Iowa — Coralville 4thFest’s Friday evening concerts have been canceled because of lightning. Organizers said the free Big & Rich and KC Bruner concerts were canceled after they waited to see whether the weather would improve. “We’ve held out tonight in hopes that the weather would improve,...
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From relentless work to a bed on the floor, Dad did what was needed...

All the accolades to my dad, Tom McEleney. The anniversary of my father's death is July 20 and he died two years ago on that day. He would have turned 80 years old on Aug. 18. My dad was an incredible person and The following is just a snapshot of how I honor him and miss him immensely. My dad was type of person who co
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Cedar Boat Club cancels Ellis fireworks over storm concerns

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Cedar Boat Club says it is leaning toward canceling Friday’s Ellis fireworks because of forecasted thunderstorms and limited shelter space for crowds. Cedar Boat Club announced the cancellation in a Facebook post on Friday. The Cedar Boat Club also say they apologize for the...

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