Dozens to be laid off as Burlington Trailways closes locations
BURLINGTON, Iowa (KCRG) - Dozens of workers in eastern and southeastern Iowa will be laid off as Burlington Trailways closes multiple offices. According to Iowa WARN, Burlington Trailways is closing locations in West Burlington, Burlington, Davenport, Cedar Rapids, and Des Moines. Most of the layoffs are happening at...
West Des Moines receives $5M Destination Iowa Grant for new event center at MidAmerican...
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — The City of West Des Moines said on Friday it has received a $5 million Destination Iowa Grant from the Iowa Economic Development Authority to help build a city events center that will be attached to the MidAmerican RecPlex. Construction of the expansion, currently...
Des Moines metro community makes connections in ‘third spaces’
DES MOINES, Iowa — This weekend brought plenty of activities to the metro — from a dog Olympics show to a church block party — but there's something behind each of these events that makes them special in Des Moines. In times of fear and uncertainty, people...
Spock’s Sanctuary helps Animal Rescue League of Iowa build reptile response skills
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) - The Animal Rescue League of Iowa is expanding its reptile response with help from Spock’s Sanctuary, the “largest reptile rescue in the state of Iowa,” KCCI reports. “I’d say about once a month we get a reptile in, whether it’s an owner...
Iowa and the Dark Legacy of America’s Worst Exorcisms
As Halloween creeps closer, the spine-chilling tale of a woman's decades-long ordeal with possession in Iowa is sure to send shivers down your spine.
Perry man allegedly assaults police officer in resisting arrest
A Perry man was arrested for public intoxication Saturday night and allegedly assaulted an officer of the Perry Police Department in the course of his arrest. Brando Burgos, 25, of 1608 Fourth St., Perry, was charged with assault on persons in certain occupations, disorderly conduct and first-offense public...
Diners In Iowa That Serve Breakfast All Day
Ever found yourself craving pancakes at 3 PM? I know I have! Iowa’s charming diners understand that breakfast cravings don’t follow a clock. These local gems serve up everything from fluffy pancakes to hearty omelets no matter when hunger strikes. Join me as we explore my favorite spots across the Hawkeye State where...
$355,000 in state grant money to nine Iowa meat lockers
The owners of nine small-scale meat processing shops in Iowa are splitting $355,000 in state grant money to expand their businesses. Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig said the “Choose Iowa Butchery Innovation Grants” have to be matched by the business and these grants are leveraging investments of nearly $2 million.
What Was Iowa Called Before Becoming a State?
The land we now call Iowa was home to various Native American tribes, including the Ioway, Sauk, Meskwaki, and many others. Each tribe had its own name for the region, often reflecting its natural features or relationship with the land. From whom the state derives its name, the Ioway people called themselves...
Five Hurt in Polk County Crash
(Des Moines) Five people suffered injuries in a two-vehicle crash in Polk County. The Iowa State Patrol says the accident happened at 4:48 a.m. this (Sunday) morning on Interstate 35 near mile marker 87. A 2012 Chevy Equinox traveling northbound in the southbound lanes on Interstate 35 collided head-on with a 2022...
