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John’s Great Outdoors: The Puetz siblings trudge through mud to save catfish
MARTELLE, Iowa (KCRG) - With ponds drying up in Martelle this past summer, Karly Jo Puetz was determined to save some catfish from her grandparents’ drought-stricken pond. She and her brothers, Jack and John, needed to get a little dirty. “I remember my first two got away and I...
New Marion location helps physical therapy clinic serve student athletes
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - Participation in high school sports is almost returning to the all-time record set just before the pandemic hit schools nationwide. And with that increase in participation comes an increased in cases of sports injuries. The National Federation of State High School Associations says nearly 8 million...
The Monticello Express
A car versus deer accident took place on April 11 at 3 a.m. on Highway 64 East. James Jude Moran, 39, of Maquoketa was driving a 2023 Chevy Equinox when he encountered a deer in the roadway. No injuries were reported. Damage to Moran’s vehicle was estimated at $1,200.
Marion welcomes Great American Kites for a colorful sky spectacle on Saturday, May 18
The City of Marion is pleased to welcome Great American Kites, sponsored by Summit Pointe Senior Living, to Marion on Saturday, May 18. The kites will fly over the PeeWee Diamonds at Lowe Park, with easy access from 4401 Irish Drive, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Great American Kites...
Marion city leaders hold public input meeting for master plan developments
MARION, Iowa — The City of Marion held a public input meeting Thursday evening to hear the community's thoughts on potential new developments. City leaders are in the process of updating the city's master plan, and they want to know what Marionites would like to see changed. One local,...
Linn County gives Shakespeare Garden Revitalization Project $15,000 in ARPA funding
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Nearly 100 years old, the Shakespeare Garden at Ellis Park has been a place of peace for many residents. Now, with a final sign off from the Linn County Board of Supervisors, they are able to add to the garden. “One of the things that...
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