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10 athletes to watch at this week's Iowa high school track and field meet
It feels like we were just talking about who would be picking up white flags at the Drake Relays, doesn't it? Now we're already talking about who will end up with titles at the state track and field meet at Drake's blue oval Thursday through Saturday. ...
Meet the candidates running for Iowa's 1st Congressional District in southeast Iowa
Three candidates are competing to represent Iowa's 1st Congressional District, which includes Indianola, Iowa City, Davenport and Keokuk in the southeastern corner of the state. Incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks is seeking re-election to a third term. She is facing a primary challenge from Republican David Pautsch. The winner...
Sunny Skies and Warmth Ahead
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Overnight, expect clearer skies and light winds, causing temperatures to drop to the upper 40s to mid-50s. There is a slight chance for some patchy fog overnight, but should not be widespread, lifting as the sun rises. Warmer weather on the way this weekend. Dry...
Long before a Final Four, George’s has been the go-to spot to watch Iowa women’s basketball
Three blocks from the bar colony of downtown Iowa City sits the Northside Market, a neighborhood some of the quieter and more niche businesses call home. There’s Dirty John’s Grocery, the endless kitsch of Artifacts and the town’s only falafel joint, Oasis. There is also a little place called George’s Buffet.
This Weekend in Iowa: Floodwater Comedy Festival, Little Women, Taste Test Improv Burlesque Show, Coralville Asian Festival
This weekend kicks off with the Floodwater Comedy Festival in Iowa City, featuring three full days of comedy headlined by Laurie Kilmartin. The Trumpet Blossom Cafe hosts another excellent Feed Me Weird Things show featuring MESSA, and the 2nd Asian Festival heads to Coralville’s S.T. Morrison Park. Check out details for these events and more below!
Behind the story of The Wilder's Iowa Gold burger, one of the best in the state
The Wilder's Iowa Gold burger is a product of time management and collaboration. Nearly a year ago, head chef Mike Bolin set out to make a great burger. He contacted local farmer Sarah Bailey of Jiyu Wagyu to help make it happen. The Iowa Beef Industry Council has held the...
School board does the math
The West Liberty Community School District Board of Education met as usual on Monday, May 6, in the Elm Street Boardroom. All five board members were present, as well as Secretary Abbey Ortiz, Superintendent Shaun Kruger, and Andrew Genz. The agenda included a review of the agreement with the WLEA...
Ben Kampman wins first boys discus title in Solon program history at Iowa state track meet
Solon discus thrower Ben Kampman wanted to cap off his high school track and field career as a state champion. On Thursday, he achieved his dream and became the first boys discus thrower to win a state title in program history for the Spartans. ...
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