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How many tornadoes touched down in Iowa on Tuesday? NWS starts storm review
Iowa saw multiple rounds of severe weather Tuesday, from thunderstorms to tornadoes. A few severe thunderstorms in central Iowa also produced hail one to two inches in diameter and wind gusts up to 60 mph. UPDATES: Iowa may have had 13 tornadoes on Tuesday. The strongest was an E2 that ran 40+ miles ...
Two shootings, two different responses — Maine restricts guns while Iowa arms teachers
State lawmakers are taking very different approaches to public safety following high-profile shootings. Maine's Democratic-led Legislature gave final approval to new restrictions on guns before adjourning Thursday.
National Weather Service confirms EF-0 tornado near Minburn
MINBURN, Iowa — The tornado that touched down near Minburn Tuesday was an EF-0, according to the National Weather Service. A preliminary damage survey indicates the tornado was on the ground between 11:05 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Peak winds reached an estimated 85 miles per hour, with the path of the tornado measuring 6.8 miles.
As Iowa developer fails in bankruptcy case, investors' money may not be recouped
WAUKEE, Iowa — The developers of an embattled 55+ housing community in Waukee are still in troubled waters after their bankruptcy case was dismissed in federal court. Jeffrey and Tina Ewing, who own Pella-based development company Ewing Properties, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on March 5. As of Wednesday,...
ACGC Boy’s Track Earns Another Team Win at West Central Valley Meet
(Stuart, IA) – Once again this season, the ACGC boys’ track team was able to capture a win at the West Central Valley meet on Monday with a total of 114 points. Panorama finished in second with 75, West Central Valley 59, Van Meter in fourth with 58, St. Albert in fifth with 56, and CAM in sixth with 54. On the girl’s side, Van Meter won the meet with 149 points, Grand View in second with 72.5, West Central Valley in third with 71.5, Woodward Granger in fourth with 68, Mount Ayr fifth with 59, CAM sixth with 51, and ACGC in seventh with 50.
Updates: New storms developing west of Des Moines. Weather could turn severe again
A second round of severe weather has brought several tornado warnings to western and eastern parts of Iowa on Tuesday afternoon. But, central Iowa has avoided most of the severe weather in this round so far. Storms are expected to continue developing in western Iowa and move across the state into the evening. ...
Cyclists reminded to walk their bike across intersections in Waukee
WAUKEE, Iowa — Drivers in Waukee may have noticed new signs near roundabouts and crosswalks. City leaders recently put up "Walk Your Bike" signs at the Warrior Lane roundabout. The signs are there to remind cyclists to get off their bikes or scooters before crossing the street. The city hopes it will reduce the number of crashes involving pedestrians near Waukee Middle School.
City of Perry receives 2024 Keep Iowa Beautiful award
The Keep Iowa Beautiful Board of Directors has announced the 2024 annual award winners. "The Keep Iowa Beautiful award program recognizes exceptional people and organizations that have gone above and beyond to create positive change in Iowa communities," said Andy Frantz, Executive Director of Keep Iowa Beautiful. "Creating a stronger sense of pride in communities helps to improve the cultural and economic vitality where we live, work and raise a family."
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