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Euclid Avenue, Fourmile Creek flooded by Tuesday storms
DES MOINES, Iowa — In an active day of severe weather in central Iowa, flash flooding hit areas like Jasper and Tama counties and the Des Moines metro. Streets and neighborhoods with lower elevation compared to the surrounding area, like Euclid Avenue and Fourmile Creek, saw significant flooding. However, residents said that flash flooding in these areas is normal during severe weather.
Hy-Vee closings hit working-class neighborhoods hard
The Hy-Vee store on Logan Street in Waterloo is set to close in June 2024. (Photo via Google Earth) It certainly made the news. Last week, the Hy-Vee grocery store chain announced it is closing stores in three eastern Iowa communities and recently reduced operating hours at a fourth store in Des Moines.
The 9 Best Festivals and Events to Experience in Iowa in 2024
Iowa has always been defined by its tight-knit communities. No matter our differences, come spring there’s a sense of reunion as neighbors once again gather under the banners of pride, heritage, and joy. Wandering crowds delight in chance encounters, live tunes lifting spirits after winter’s hibernation. For outsiders,...
Memorial Day celebrations around the metro honor those who fought for our freedom
DES MOINES, Iowa – In central Iowa, people didn’t have to go far to find a Memorial Day ceremony, as Iowans look to thank and mourn those who have fought for our country. Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery hosted its annual Memorial Day celebration. At the event, Honor Guard from the Iowa patriot guard riders entered […]
Severe storms are possible overnight, but tornado risk is low
The National Weather Service warns of possible severe storms late Saturday night into Sunday morning. In a social media post on Saturday afternoon, NWS Des Moines posted an update for the forecast of Saturday night's chance of storms. Storms will move northeast through the night, according to the post. Southwestern...
Des Moines residents dispose of storm debris at compost site
DES MOINES, Iowa — On Saturday morning, the city of Des Moines hosted a free drop-off at the city compost site for tree limbs branches and other debris. The event gave residents an opportunity to finally dispose of that storm debris after a long week of storms. It was...
"Celebrasian" Returns, Sets Record Year
(Des Moines, IA) -- Thousands of people have descended on downtown Des Moines for the annual "Celebrasian" festival, which returned to Western Gateway Park Friday and Saturday. Severe weather over the past week did not hold up any of the scheduled events. Host of Celebrasian, Nu Huynh, with the Iowa...
Marilyn Michel, longtime ‘I Believe in Miracles’ musician passes away
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - We’d like to take a moment to acknowledge the passing of a familiar face to many long-time KEYC viewers. Marilyn Michel passed away peacefully on May 15 at her home in Ankeny, Iowa. Marilyn was a familiar face and sound on the locally produced ministry...
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