Some schools districts, including one in north-central Iowa, pushing for more state funding
DES MOINES — Five Iowa school districts, including one here in north-central Iowa, have passed resolutions to push for a larger increase in public school funding in an initiative started by Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement called “Public School Strong.”. Iowa CCI Special Projects Director Tim Glaza says...
Penn State Coach Abruptly Retires Weeks After Joining From ISU Alongside Matt Campbell
When Jim Knowles left to take over Tennessee’s secondary, there wasn’t much panic in Happy Valley. Penn State felt confident, largely because new head coach Matt Campbell arrived with an entire crew from Ames ready to help steady the program. Matt Campbell added longtime Iowa State defensive coordinator Jon Heacock...
Drake University to offer new degree in disability, rehabilitation services
Drake University is working to launch a new degree program aimed at preparing students who want to dedicate themselves to helping “people with disabilities in living full and self-directed lives.”. The Des Moines private university announced in a news release it will offer a bachelor of science in disability...
Graffiti, Racial Slurs, and Damage to Historic Landmark Lead to Charges in Winterset
WINTERSET, Iowa — Five individuals have been charged following an act of vandalism at the historic Clark Tower in Winterset City Park, according to the Winterset Police Department. The damage was discovered after officers responded to a vandalism report on November 23, 2025. Police say spray paint was applied to all...
A kawaii matcha business opens up
A Des Moines woman is renovating a retro RV to take her matcha pop-up business on the road this spring. Driving the news: Aylin Silva is transforming the camper into a mobile shop for Matcha Luv, her pastel-pink, kawaii-inspired brand. How it started: Silva has long been drawn to Japanese...
Fallen National Guard soldiers to return to Iowa Wednesday
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) - The remains of the two fallen Iowa National Guard soldiers will return to Iowa Wednesday afternoon. The Iowa National Guard also posthumously promoted the two from Sergeant to Staff Sergeant in recognition of their sacrifice and service. Staff Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, 25, of Des...
Perry man arrested Sunday after allegedly assaulting Perry cop
A Perry man was arrested Sunday after allegedly assaulting an officer of the Perry Police Department. Gerald Dean Johnson, 64, of 2630 Warford St., Perry, was charged with assault on persons in certain occupations, interference with official acts, third or subsequent offense possession of a controlled substance and...
Brock Purdy surprises families with holiday gifts
Some of the gifts given to families included new Toyota vehicles.
All Hy-Vee Locations Closed Christmas Day to Allow Employees to Spend Time with Family,...
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Dec. 23, 2025) — Hy-Vee, Inc., announces that all its retail locations will be closed on Christmas Day to allow employees to spend time with friends and family. All Hy-Vee grocery stores, Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh stores, Dollar Fresh Market stores and Hy-Vee Wine and Spirits locations will be closed...
Iowa Winter Warning: Animal Collisions Spike After Dark Near Des Moines
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Des Moines, IA – As winter conditions settle in across Iowa and nights grow longer, drivers near Des Moines are being warned about a seasonal danger that spikes sharply this time of year: wildlife...
