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...
Horse escapes pasture, returns safely after brief adventure in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (IOWA'S NEWS NOW) — A horse became the "mane attraction" for a Cedar Rapids Police officer on Wednesday. Officer Baranski helped wrangle the loose horse and got him back to his owner. CRPD horsed around with a witty post on Facebook:
Iowa City unveils first fully electric patrol vehicle
Fairfax residents debate whether or not to support Alliant power plant. Iowa’s Ingles shares more on how Hawkeyes never gave up on her during challenging career. More high school students are getting work experience. What it means for Iowa students. The Cedar Rapids Community School District is growing its...
9 Under-The-Radar Pizzerias In Iowa That Locals Can’t Get Enough Of
Searching for incredible pizza spots in Iowa that fly under the radar?. These 9 amazing pizzerias serve up mouthwatering pies that locals treasure and visitors can’t stop talking about!. 1. Great Plains Sauce & Dough Co. (Ames) With a name like Great Plains Sauce & Dough, you know they...
Iowa farmer speaks out on complex issues facing agriculture industry
VINTON, Iowa (KCRG) - Lance Lillibridge farms around 1,500 acres of corn, hay and Angus cattle, running Lillibridge Land & Cattle Co. in Benton County. He’s been in the industry for decades, and works alongside his 19-year-old son. He says the future of his family’s livelihood is in danger,...
Alliant Energy considering new locations to build power plant in Iowa
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Alliant Energy says its looking at multiple possible locations to build a power plant. The company recently "de-prioritized" plans to build one in Fairfax, near the Eastern Iowa Airport, after concerns from CID and the public. The Linn County Board of Supervisors, at its work...
“Unruly” flight passenger pleads guilty to federal charges
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Nebraska man who allegedly caused a flight to divert to the Eastern Iowa Airport by being "unruly" has plead guilty to his charges. Mario Nikprelaj submitted a guilty plea on Sept. 23 in federal courts. The courts accepted his plea on Wednesday, Oct. 8.
One injured after early morning fire at manufactured home in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (IOWA'S NEWS NOW) — One person was hurt early Wednesday morning after a fire in a manufactured home in southwest Cedar Rapids. Firefighters were called to the 3700 block of 16th Avenue SW just before 3 a.m. Crews arrived to see three sides of the home...
AAA Study: Road Rage is Rising, and How Iowans Can Avoid It
A road rage incident in eastern Iowa’s Linn County over the weekend ended with one of the drivers jailed on a charge of attempted murder. A new AAA study finds road rage is becoming more frequent, more aggressive and — it’s contagious. Brian Ortner, a spokesman for...
Marion Police Officer offers safety tips on dealing with aggressive driving
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