University of Iowa Honors Graduates Who Directed Horror Movies
The University of Iowa showed love to some graduates who made some of your spooky favorites.
New program lets Iowans test local water quality amid rising nitrate concerns
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — It's been a summer of concerns over nitrates in bodies of water with some of Iowa's rivers testing above safe levels. Now, Linn County’s chapter of the Izaak Walton League or America has a tool you can use to test those waters, like those in the Cedar River.
Shelter Hound Dog Is Ready to Revolt at Snack Time in Hilarious Video
Look, dogs might be friendly and all, but they have their limits. Or maybe that's just Dale Dimmadome, a Hound dog at the Iowa City Animal Care And Adoption Center in Iowa City, Iowa. Dale has had it with his caretakers at the adoption center. And he wasn't afraid to let it be known, either.
“Ozempic effect” adds pressure on Iowa restaurants facing declining foot traffic
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Iowa restaurants are facing a perfect storm of challenges as fewer diners walk through their doors and costs continue to climb. Owners and experts say that the so-called “Ozempic effect," the impact of appetite-suppressing, popular GLP-1 drugs, is only one factor in a much larger set of pressures.
Kirkwood’s Haunted Hospital returns Oct. 25 with new scares and student support
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Kirkwood Community College’s Respiratory Therapy Club is bringing back its Haunted Hospital fundraiser for a third year. It will transform the Katz Family Healthcare Simulation Center into a spooky, medical-themed haunted house on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 4 to 7 p.m. The event is...
Talks Underway About a Possible New Power Plant in Eastern Iowa
One Linn County city has already said 'No Thanks' to the project.
University of Iowa researchers explore connection between poverty and cognitive decline
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Research from the University of Iowa are drawing connections between poverty and cognitive decline. People in impoverished communities may be seeing cognitive decline sooner than others. In this case, cognitive decline is referring to memory and functionality issues. The team, led by Dr....
Fairfax residents debate whether or not to support Alliant power plant
FAIRFAX, Iowa (KCRG) - Fairfax may not be out of the running for a new Alliant power generating plant. The company announced last week it would not pursue construction of a plant near the Eastern Iowa Airport. Alliant Energy initially planned to build a power plant in the area of...
Linn County Looking At Zoning To Mitigate Effects From New Power Plants
(Linn County, IA) -- Linn County is looking to develop rules for where power plants can be located. The Board of Supervisors learned more details about the infrastructure needs and effects of a proposed Alliant Energy natural gas plant this week. What they learned has them thinking about developing zoning...
Eastern Iowa’s First Homemakers Furniture Store Breaks Ground Next Week
Back in January, we got word that Homemakers Furniture was set to build its first location in here Eastern Iowa. Well, we're happy to report that an official groundbreaking ceremony is set for next week!. About Homemakers Furniture. Homemakers Furniture was started right here in Iowa by Carl and Ina...
