No one hurt in Cedar Rapids house fire CEDAR RAPIDS — A house owned by a landlord who is in a nuisance property dispute with the city over other rentals was damaged in a fire early Tuesday, fire officials said. More
Iowa state park camping fees increase for the first time in 20 years Campers at Iowa’s state parks this year will pay a few more dollars a night to put up a tent or park their recreational vehicle, with the largest increases coming at state parks with the most visitors and amenities. More
Legislative Iowa budget work underway DES MOINES — A sure harbinger of adjournment for the 2021 legislative session happened Monday when the Senate Appropriations Committee advanced the first state budget bill — even if the end still is weeks away. More
From Emeralda to Eustis: Finding 'a sacred moment' along 4 scenic Lake County drives We have until May 26 to enjoy Emeralda Marsh's wildlife drive on the weekends. Sunnyside, Northside and Pine Meadows also provide a peaceful respite. 04/30/2024 - 10:05 am | View Link
Draft West Area Plan shifts bike path to city streets in response to residents' concerns Ald. Nikki Conklin on Monday announced that the next version of the controversial draft West Area Plan will shift a proposed bike path onto city streets. 04/29/2024 - 11:56 pm | View Link
From building beds to hosting blood drives, FFA members give back to local communities How do FFA members serve their local communities? Ask farmers who have been impacted by tornadoes or children with no bed to call their own. 04/28/2024 - 11:10 pm | View Link
Here's where you can donate life-saving blood in May in Lancaster County Here’s where you can donate blood during the month of May in Lancaster County. Donors may go to blood drives at various locations or the donor center at the Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health ... 04/28/2024 - 9:01 pm | View Link
‘I felt myself split into before and after’: how giving birth triggered a life-changing illness Having a baby led to an unexpected disease and then surgery that altered Lauren Bensted’s body for ever. She talks about the pain she felt in being separated from her newborn, and her journey to learn ... 04/27/2024 - 8:00 pm | View Link