Dallas County Sheriff’s Report February 23
To view a log of the calls for service, click here. Joshua Fleming of Huxley was traveling in the 24000 block of W Avenue when his vehicle collided with a vehicle, driven by Landon Hoppe of Clive. No injuries were reported. Damage to Fleming’s vehicle was estimated at $10,000, and damage to Hoppe’s vehicle was...
‘Outsiders’ actress hopes to have cheering section for Iowa shows
The touring Broadway production of “The Outsiders” will make one stop in Iowa, opening this week in Des Moines. Actress Emma Hearn, who has family ties in Iowa, portrays Cherry Valance in the show which won the Tony Award for Best Musical. The coming-of-age story is based on...
The Retro Des Moines, IA Diner Turning Ordinary Burger Lovers into Raving Fanatics
Lachele’s Fine Foods is the kind of Des Moines burger joint that sneaks up on you and then refuses to leave your brain. 🍔🔥. In a city packed with comfort food, this retro-inspired spot on Ingersoll Avenue built its reputation on aggressively smashed, crispy-edged burgers and a playful menu that makes regulars feel...
Two More Iowa Rivers Are Now Impaired Because Of Nitrates
Iowa's rivers are facing a troubling reality with rising cancer rates. Let's take a closer look at what that means for our drinking water.
Moore Cites Per-Student Spending in School Funding Discussion
(Des Moines) Iowa House District #18 Representative Tom Moore from Griswold says the claim that Iowa is underfunding public schools deserves closer examination. “We often hear the complaint that we are underfunding public schools,” Moore said, “but the numbers suggest this is a debatable issue.”. According to...
George Washington Carver honored along stretch of central Iowa highway
INDIANOLA, Iowa — Highway 92 starts in Council Bluffs and travels across the southern third of Iowa to reach Muscatine at the Mississippi River. A section of that highway from Winterset to Indianola is getting renamed to honor a special Iowan. Last Tuesday, the Indianola City Council adopted a resolution to designate...
Adel livestock barn destroyed by fire, 17 animals die
DALLAS COUNTY, Iowa — A barn in rural Adel was destroyed by fire Sunday afternoon, and more than a dozen animals perished in the flames. Capt. Matt Ireland of the Adel Fire Department said two calls about the fire in the 20000 block of 280th Street came in around 1:41 p.m. One from the property […]
Bill would limit Iowa governor’s powers in emergencies
Three bills that would limit the power of Iowa governors have advanced ahead of today’s deadline for committee approval of policy bills. All three bills involve actions Governor Reynolds took during the pandemic. One bill would prohibit governors from closing a place of worship, even during a disaster. Another...
Iowa Weather Alert: Rain/Snow Chance Extended March 1-5 in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Des Moines, Iowa – A wet start to March could bring multiple rounds of rain and occasional wet snow across Iowa beginning Sunday, March 1, with shifting road conditions possible through Thursday, March 5....
Des Moines might buy adjacent buildings after Odd Fellows deal crumbles
The city of Des Moines is seeking to purchase three historic buildings adjacent to Highland Park's Odd Fellows Hall. Why it matters: An effort to redevelop the landmark building fell through last year. City leaders say consolidating the properties into a single contiguous project will make redevelopment more...
