Eastern Iowa Airport Asks For Donations for TSA Workers
The ongoing government shutdown has TSA workers once again going without pay. The Eastern Iowa Airport is asking for the public's help. The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports that the Eastern Iowa Airport is holding a supply drive to support federal workers who are affected by the government shutdown. All physical and...
KXEL Morning News for Thu. Mar. 19, 2026
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) – A suspect died following a standoff with Cedar Falls police Tuesday afternoon. Police responded to a report of an assault in the 700 block of West Ridgeway Avenue at 1:17 p.m. Officers made contact with 57-year-old Chad Burmahl, who approached the door with a handgun before fleeing back...
Little River Band Ticket Winners
105.7 KOKZ welcomes Little River Band and Seals & Crofts 2 to McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids on Friday, June 5th! We’d like to congratulate the following KOKZ listeners who each won a pair of free tickets to the show!. RACHAEL GATEWOOD FROM WATERLOO. TIM STOREY OF WATERLOO. DAN...
Clear Creek Amana school resource officer debate heads to county vote
JOHNSON COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - The Clear Creek Amana School Board has unanimously approved adding a school resource officer (SRO) for the next school year, but the decision now rests with the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. Because the SRO would be a Johnson County sheriff’s deputy, the county must...
Noelridge Greenhouse to host annual Easter showcase in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Noelridge Greenhouse will welcome visitors for its annual Easter Showcase on April 4-5, offering spring displays, family activities and gardening resources. The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the greenhouse, 4900 Council St. NE. Organizers say visitors of...
Compost available in Iowa City to improve soil health in gardens and lawns
IOWA CITY, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Compost is available in Iowa City to improve soil health in your yard or garden. Compost can be used as a soil supplement in flower beds, vegetable gardens, lawns, planting a new tree or shrub, and seed starting mixtures, and the City has plenty for sale right now.
AMAZING AMERICA: Deluxe Cakes & Pastries named James Beard Award semifinalist in Iowa City
IOWA CITY, Iowa — As we continue our Amazing America coverage, we are taking time to highlight local businesses, making a difference in their community. From giving back to locals during tough times, to being a gathering place to get together for talks, and laughs. We made a stop...
Where Can You Find Those Viral Fruit Pastries in Iowa?
If you've been on TikTok in recent months, then there's a good chance you've come across some videos of pastries that look a whole lot like fruit. Now, versions of those viral pastries have started popping up here in Iowa!
Cedar Rapids man arrested on US Marshal warrant for illegal possession of a machinegun
DEWITT, Iowa (KWQC) - A Cedar Rapids man has been arrested on a federal warrant for illegal possession of a machinegun, according to Clinton County deputies. Around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Clinton County Sheriff’s Office and the DeWitt Police Department were contacted by the United States Marshall’s Office about a person...
Nebraska–Iowa Severe Weather Alert: Omaha & Lincoln Residents Told to Stay Ready for Overnight...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Omaha, NE – Spring break travel across Nebraska and Iowa brings a rising overnight threat as tornado-capable storms can rapidly develop after dark, leaving residents with only minutes to take cover while...

















