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Iowa 58 and Greenhill Road interchange planned for 2029-30

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — The Iowa Department of Transportation plans to replace the signalized intersection of Iowa 58 and Greenhill Road in Cedar Falls with an interchange. Construction is expected in 2029 and 2030. The project also includes noise barriers and the removal and replacement of portions of the Cedar Prairie Trail. Traffic on Iowa 58 is expected to remain open during construction, while Greenhill Road will have phased closures.

Cedar Falls, IA · 2d
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Waterloo restaurant offers free Veterans Day meals

WATERLOO, Iowa — Big Head Burger will offer a free meal to veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day. The offer is available from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the restaurant, 324 W. Fourth St. Eligible customers can ask for the Veterans Day Special at the register and receive a Classic Single Burger, fries and a regular fountain drink.

Waterloo, IA · 1d
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Iowa city ranks among the nation's worst for rat infestations

Corn bears aren't real in Iowa , but rats certainly are. The pest control company Orkin has unveiled its list of the rattiest cities in America , and an Iowa city made the list for the first time. Aw, rats! Which Iowa city has the worst rat infestations? This is the first time Cedar Rapids has made it into the top 50 worst cities for rats, landing at 36th on the list. Rats love making homes in and around buildings, beneath vegetation and anywhere they can find protection from predators and the elements, the report said. Cities provide the prime resources for them to thrive. “There’s no single type of city or climate that’s immune to rodent pressure,” said Dr. Shannon Sked, National Technical Director at Orkin. Cedar Rapids also made Orkin's list for the cities with the worst bed bug infestations in July. More: Two Iowa cities are among the nation's worst for bed bug infestations See Orkin's top 50 rattiest cities Here's a look at the top 50 rattiest cities in America, according to Orkin, and their change in the rankings since last year: Los Angeles Chicago New York San Francisco Washington, DC (+1) Detroit (+1) Cleveland (+4)

Cedar Rapids, IA · 1d

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Waterloo peace walk planned for Nov. 19

WATERLOO, Iowa — A Waterloo community group is inviting people to join a peace walk and prayer gathering later this month. The Community Peace, Prayer and Unity Walk is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. Participants will meet at West Second and South streets. The event is organized...

Waterloo, IA · 1d
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New Iowa Property Tax Laws Are Forcing Cedar Rapids to Cut Jobs

New property tax laws in Iowa are creating a major budget headache for Cedar Rapids, forcing the city to cut nearly 25 positions.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 2d

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Cedar Rapids makes Orkin’s list of rattiest cities

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Cedar Rapids ranks 36th on Orkin’s 2026 list of the 50 U.S. cities with the most rodent treatment activity. It’s the first time the city has made the list. Orkin based its rankings on new residential rodent treatments from Aug. 9, 2025, through...

Cedar Rapids, IA · 14h

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Request for Proposal (RFP): Build Ready Cedar Falls

The City of Cedar Falls is requesting proposals from qualified professional consulting firms to develop a catalog of pre-approved housing plans for a variety of housing types. This initiative aims to streamline housing development, promote infill, encourage compatible housing in existing neighborhoods, support small developers, and allow the development of alternative housing types to meet housing demands within the City of Cedar Falls. The project's goal is to create a catalog of pre-approved, permit-ready housing plans to facilitate housing development, increase diverse housing options, and reduce design costs for potential homeowners and developers.

Cedar Falls, IA · 3d

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DNR fines RV painting facilities in Forest City, Charles CIty

DES MOINES — Custom RV painting facilities in Forest City and Charles City have been ordered by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to pay $10,000 administrative penalties due to failing to abide by multiple air quality requirements. The DNR says in recently issued administrative consent orders that CDI...

Forest City, IA · 19h

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Former Younkers space at Lindale Mall sold, council member says

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The former Younkers space at Lindale Mall has been sold to a new owner, City Council member Scott Olson confirmed. Olson said the buyer is the same developer that recently opened a Dick’s House of Sport connected to the mall in the former Sears location. The developer also opened a Vasa Fitness next to the mall in the former Hy-Vee, Olson said.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 14h

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Restroom rules: the implementation of new restrictions

This year, Liberty has pushed to tighten bathroom regulations. While the administration argues these rules protect instructional time and promote hallway safety, students object, saying that they do more harm than good. The main rules at Liberty regarding restrooms include the number of bathroom trips allowed per student, the duration...

North Liberty, IA · 2d

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Veridian pledge will support Iowa Thanksgiving food events

WATERLOO, Iowa — Veridian Credit Union is including several Iowa food assistance programs in a $70,000 pledge for Thanksgiving meals and groceries across Iowa, Nebraska and Minnesota. In Iowa, the support will benefit Families Forward Thanksgiving Table and 4 All Kids’ annual free Thanksgiving meal in Des Moines; The...

Waterloo, IA · 1d

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Iowa County may help Marengo with limited city attorney duties

MARENGO — Iowa County has tentatively agreed to share its county attorney with the City of Marengo in a limited capacity. Marengo’s city attorney, Gage Kensler, resigned after being named magistrate in Benton County, according to Marengo City Administrator Ellen O’Rourke. The city was waiting for a proposal from one law firm, O’Rourke said following a city council meeting Oct. 28, but few firms are willing to provide city attorneys. Marengo Mayor Travis Schlabach said he’d reached out to several with no luck. Schlabach and Marengo Police Chief Ben Gray asked the Iowa County Board of Supervisors Oct. 30 if the county attorney would take care of the city’s traffic tickets. Gray said the city averages about two a month. County Attorney Tim McMeen and Assistant County Attorney Tim Dille said they’d be willing to help the city in that limited capacity. They wouldn’t handle nuisance complaints, dog bites or other violations. Supervisor Kevin Heitshusen said that McMeen’s law firm has clients outside of the the county and McMeen could take on the city’s needs through his law office without approval from the board of supervisors. McMeen said he prefers to have the contract go through the county. He and

Marengo, IA · 2d

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Iowa's Fast-Growing City Is A Charming Midwestern Escape With Outdoor Fun And Local Sweet Treats

Iowa is known for its cornfields, massive state fair, and presidential caucuses every 4 years, as well as a literary-themed rest-stop off Interstate 80 that pays homage to Iowa's most famous writers. While it's sometimes overlooked in favor of lakefront Midwestern destinations, there are plenty of stops worth visiting in the Hawkeye State, including Tiffin, a small community just south of Cedar Rapids. Although it's home to just 7,659 people according to World Population Review, it's growing at a steady rate — about 66% since 2020, in fact — and the population is projected to skyrocket to over 12,000 people within the next few years, per Iowa City Press-Citizen. In other words, it's by far the fastest growing community in Johnson County, Iowa.

Tiffin, IA · 1d

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Fisher wins re-election in closest race in years

Despite his closest election since 2012, Republican State Rep. Dean Fisher of Montour has won another term representing House District 53, defeating Democratic challenger Berleen Wobeter of rural Toledo in Tuesday’s general election. According to preliminary results from the Iowa Secretary of State, Fisher received 6,747 votes (51.7%) compared...

Toledo, IA · 1d

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Gladbrook Commercial Club, Reinbeck library host Halloween fun for the boo crew

AREA – The boo crew turned out in full force this year for the Gladbrook Commercial Club’s annual Halloween activities on Saturday, Oct. 31, and also the Reinbeck Public Library’s three days of Halloween fun that began the Thursday prior. In downtown Gladbrook Saturday evening, where the...

Reinbeck, IA · 1d

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Iowa DOT plans U.S. 151 reconstruction from Fairfax to Norway Corner

Walford, IOWA — The Iowa Department of Transportation plans to reconstruct U.S. 151 between the west city limits of Fairfax and Benton County Road E-66, also known as the Norway Corner. The work is expected to happen in two phases, one in 2027 and another in 2028. Plans include...

Walford, IA · 2d

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Marengo agrees to pay $5,700 to settle zoning dispute

MARENGO — The Marengo City Council approved a settlement with Kristen Miller, of 344 W Lucas Street last month after she objected to a zoning change for property next door. Miller’s property adjoins 1403 Lafayette Avenue owned by Marengo Memorial Hospital operating under the name Compass Memorial Healthcare. Compass was not involved in the settlement. Miller and her attorney, Jeff Taylor, first addressed the city council Nov. 26, 2025 after the city, according to Taylor, didn’t respond to a notice of appeal filed on Miller’s behalf Nov. 10. Miller objected to a parking lot constructed by Compass Memorial Healthcare on the adjacent property at the corner of West Lucas Street and Lafayette Avenue. Both Miller’s property and the hospital’s property are zoned residential, Taylor said. A special use was approved by the zoning board, but the permit is supposed to go before the board of adjustment, which it didn’t, said Taylor. Property owners who would be affected by the zoning change should have been informed by letter, said Taylor, but they weren’t. Miller was concerned about her privacy and asked the hospital to put up a fence. During the Dec. 30 city council meeting, Miller asked the city to put

Marengo, IA · 1d

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Signs Up in Downtown Charles City to Help Enforce New PTV Ordinance

A new ordinance aimed at increased safety for the operation Personal Transport Vehicles (PTVs) in Charles City is now in effect. In support of that PTV ordinance, Mayor Dean Andrews says new signs have been posted along Main Street. Andrews says safety is the driving force behind the signs and...

Charles City, IA · 2d

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Marion reviews revised aquatic center plan

MARION, Iowa — Marion City Council heard an update on a refined aquatic center proposal estimated to cost $26 million to $31 million. The proposal is still under review; the council has not approved a final design. The current pool. The existing Marion Pool at Willowood Park opened in...

Marion, IA · 1d

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State awards tax credits to support historic renovations in eastern Iowa

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa Economic Development Authority is awarding historic preservation projects in Iowa City, Dubuque and Waterloo, it announced Monday. The State Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program awarded $336,000 to Peter Byler, the owner of the Union Bakery building in Iowa City. The building at 203...

Iowa City, IA · 3d