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Class 2A Iowa boys state soccer semifinals roundup: Perry loses to Assumption, 1-0, on Friday
Another day, another rematch. In a do-over of the 2023 Iowa boys Class 2A state soccer quarterfinals, No. 6-seeded Perry and No. 7 Assumption faced off again – this time in the state semifinal round. It was the Knights who came out on top, 2-0, in last year’s tournament...
A look at Corteva, a growing Johnston employer; allegations against Cono Christian School
I’m recommending two meaty pieces this week, an in-depth look at Corteva, a major local employer, five years after its founding, and an investigative report about allegations of physical abuse against the defunct Cono Christian School. Corteva’s impact in Iowa and around the globe. Agriculture, energy and environment...
City High nearly pulls off monumental upset; falls to Johnston in 2OT
DES MOINES, Iowa — City High narrowly got into the 4A State tournament as an 8-seed, and the Little Hawks had the reigning State champions from Johnston on the ropes all the way to overtime. But Johnston tallied a goal in the first minute of the second overtime, ending City High's hopes of a Cinderella run in a 2-1 loss.
Iowa boys state soccer tournament: Johnston and Dowling Catholic win thrillers to reach title game
Can we interest you in an all-Des Moines area Iowa boys state soccer tournament final?. That's what fans will be treated to on Saturday in Mediacom Stadium at 7 p.m. between No. 1 Johnston and No. 2 Dowling Catholic. Last time out, Johnston defeated the Maroons, 1-0, on April 25. The Dragons have won 14 of 15 all-time meetings between the programs, according to gobound.com.
Four Des Moines Metro-area High School Seniors Receive $1,000 Scholarships from Mediacom
DES MOINES, IA – May 31, 2024 – Mediacom Communications announced the selection of four Des Moines metro-area high school seniors as recipients of the Company’s 2024 World Class Scholarship Program. Genesis Trujillo-Lopez is a senior at North High School, and Jake Dalmer is graduating from Ankeny High School. Courtney Sweet is a senior at Johnston High School, and Summer Nichols is a Waukee High School senior. Each student earned a $1,000 scholarship for academic accomplishments and leadership.
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