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Everything you need to know about 515 Days in downtown Ames, from food trucks to live music
A food truck throwdown, an evening Farmer's Market, and a rocking Bandshell concert are a few of the highlights of this year's 515 Days in Ames. The fourth annual festival has grown substantially since its inception in 2021, offering plenty for every family member to enjoy. Other highlights of the...
Want to dodge the rain in Iowa? Forecast shows one day with a break
If you're looking to spend some time in the sun this week, Tuesday is probably your best, and maybe your only, bet. Central Iowa can expect a generally rainy week with the most rain falling on Monday and Thursday, the National Weather Service in Des Moines said on social media.
Des Moines River flooding has closed Canyon Drive and other entrances at Ledges State Park
Heavy rainfall and flooding have forced significant road closures at Ledges State Park for the first time since 2018. Canyon Drive and the east and west entrances on Lower Ledges Road are currently closed to vehicle traffic. However, visitors can still hike into the canyon from the Oak Woods picnic area, near the canyon entrance gates.
Polk County using online surveillance software that critics say could be privacy overreach
The Polk County Sheriff's Office has started using internet surveillance software that law enforcement officials say will be beneficial in solving crimes such as human trafficking. Sheriff's office spokesperson Capt. Ryan Evans said investigators can use the new ShadowDragon software to search public sources and websites to aggregate information on...
Police Increase Security At Des Moines Schools Following Threat
(Des Moines) Des Moines Police announced heightened security measures at Des Moines schools on Monday following a threat against East High School. The threat circulated on social media late Friday, prompting police to take precautionary steps despite authorities’ reassurances that it was not deemed credible. Des Moines Schools spokesperson Phil Roeder confirmed collaboration with police on enhanced security measures for East High School when classes resume.
No license to carry: A look into Iowa’s open carry law
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - ”If you’re going to pull a gun out in public, you better have a very good reason why you did so,” said Ernie Traugh. Cedar Valley Outfitters Owner. Security footage from outside the KCRG-TV9 studio in Downtown Cedar Rapids shows two teenagers...
As other suburban school districts opt out, Ankeny appears unlikely to arm teachers
Another Des Moines-area school district appears unlikely to let teachers carry guns in schools. House File 2586, signed by Gov. Kim Reynolds in April, makes it possible for school employees to obtain a professional permit to have guns on school grounds, but leaves it up to individual school districts to decide whether to allow firearms.
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