Open in NewsBreak

Shellsburg

See all locations
Customize your news
56°F
publisher avatar

Municipal

KCRG.com

website

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 · 3d
article img

thesandb.com

website

Grinnell faces data collection class-action lawsuit in federal court

Eyal Hanfling, a New York resident, has filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against Grinnell College, alleging that the College’s website collected and shared visitors’ data with outside companies regardless of whether users agreed to be tracked. A motion to dismiss filed by Grinnell College in August remains pending before a federal judge.

Grinnell, IA · 1d
article img

Hometown Current

partner publisher · 410 followers

Benton County land transfers Nov. 2 through Nov. 4, 2026

Recorded Nov. 2 Janet K. Netwon to Robert J. Jones and Jade A. Ritchey, lots 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, block 5, Herring and Thompson’s Addition to Blairstown. Ronald D. and Magdalene R. Glime and Russell and Barbara Glime to Katherine Glime as trustee of the Joseph and Katherine Glime Revocable Trust, the northeast quarter of section 15, township 83, range 10. W.P.H. Inc., doing business as Cedar Ridge Homes, Inc., to Hannah McGrath, Parcel B of lot 3, Stone Ridge Fifth Addition to the City of Atkins. Richard Anthony Rego and Kathrin N. Rego to Jordan Northrup, part of the east half of the north half of block 9, Webb’s Subdivision of the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of section 20, township 85, range 10. Recorded Nov. 3 North Side Properties, LLC to The Denise J. Landis Revocable Living Trust, the north half of the southeast quarter of section 5, township 86, range 9. Ann L. Beneke to Ann L. Beneke, Trustee of the Ann L. Beneke Revocable Trust, the west half of the northeast quarter and the west half of the southeast quarter and the northeast quarter of the northwest quarter in section 32,

Benton County, IA · 2d

kchanews.com

website

New Meters in Charles City Saving Residents Water and Money

With the City’s partnership with HydroCorp, there have been 514 new readers that have been installed in Charles City as of Wednesday (Nov. 3). A City of Charles City social media post says, “With these new readers, the system check has caught 39 active leaks. Small leaks may not seem like a big problem initially, but can waste thousands of gallons of water over time and be very costly on your monthly utility bill.”

Charles City, IA · 3d
article img

superhits1027.com

website

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 · 4d

Cedar Rapids Gazette

partner publisher · 638 followers

Cedar Rapids council eyes next phase of 34th Street roadwork

CEDAR RAPIDS — The city of Cedar Rapids is striving to have both phases of its 34th Street SE reconstruction project done on schedule despite delays incurred after its original contractor defaulted on the work. Cedar Rapids City Council members, at their most recent meeting, approved the proposed plans, specifications and form of contract for the project’s second phase, which will run from just north of Terry Drive to Cottage Grove Avenue. Bid opening for the project is scheduled for Nov. 18, after which the matter will return to City Council to approve a contractor. The current cost estimate is roughly $4.3 million, according to a presentation from city staff. Engineering Manager Doug Wilson told council members that the project included pavement reconstruction along 34th Street SE, as well as storm and sanitary sewer improvements and the construction of a shared-use path. The intent is to start construction in the spring of 2027 with completion by next fall. The work is part of the city’s Paving for Progress program that uses funding generated through a voter-approved local-option sales tax. It will complement the ongoing reconstruction of 34th Street SE between Bever Avenue and Terry Drive, which city staff remain hopeful

Cedar Rapids, IA · 4d

KIMT

website

North Iowa Concert Band plays free show at NIACC Tuesday, Nov. 24

MASON CITY, Iowa — The North Iowa Concert Band will perform its fall concert Nov. 24 at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus. The free concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and is open to the public. Conductor Mary Kate Arians will lead the band through an...

Mason City, IA · 19h

Hometown Current

partner publisher · 410 followers

Kirkwood Benton County newsletter features Belle Plaine student

Elle Jacobi, a senior at Belle Plaine High School, was featured in the Kirkwood Benton County winter newsletter this month. According to the newsletter, Jacobi began taking classes at Kirkwood as a high school freshman. Her favorite courses have been U.S. History since 1877, nutrition, microbiology and human anatomy and physiology. “I enjoyed the coursework for my history class and I love science,” Jacobi said in the newsletter. Kirkwood instructors make it possible for students to successfully manage college classes while taking high school classes and participating in other activities, Jacobi said. Professor Sophie Joly made the biggest impact on Jacobi, she said. “Her microbiology class was interesting, and she was a very encouraging teacher. Taking college classes in high school helps students develop strong time management and study skills, Jacobi said. “It also prepares them for life after high school by giving them experience with college-level coursework and allowing them to earn college credits early.”

Benton County, IA · 3d

radioonthego.com

website

Sheffield Council to review Maple Street traffic concerns Monday

The Sheffield City Council will revisit traffic concerns along Maple Street and consider bids for the sale of city-owned property at 112 Gilman Street during its meeting Monday. The Maple Street discussion follows an earlier decision to have Police Chief Andrew O’Connor patrol the area and evaluate traffic conditions near...

Sheffield, IA · 2d

tamatoledonews.com

website

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 · 4d

Yahoo!

website

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 · 4d

superhits1027.com

website

Mason City council starts process of establishing charges for recycling violations, damage to garbage carts

MASON CITY — The City Council in Mason City this week passed on first reading changes in city code to establish applicable administrative fees and charges for recycling violations or damage to city-issued carts as part of the new Cart Smart garbage and recycling program. One of the ongoing...

Mason City, IA · 4d

cbs2iowa.com

website

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 · 5d

cbs2iowa.com

website

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 · 4d

cedar-rapids.org

website

Project of the Week: 27th Avenue SW from 6th Street to L Street

Repairing the aging road surface on 27th Avenue SW presented some unique challenges – but it also presented some unique opportunities to help out the neighborhood. One resident approached the city about re-grading his yard, to make it easier to mow. Another had drainage issues, leading crews to discover...

Cedar Rapids, IA · 3d

Cedar Rapids Gazette

partner publisher · 638 followers

Cedar Rapids and Iowa City Business Notes for Nov. 8, 2026

Business Notes is a compendium of the week’s promotions, new hires, certifications, added business lines and business events, among other items, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and the rest of the Corridor. New hires GreatAmerica has hired Abby Johnson as sales support, development; Amber Hammer as portfolio manager; Damian Hernandez as security operations analyst; and Brooke Fischer as credit analyst. Feed Iowa First has hired Alora Kraus to be the organization’s new executive director. Events Annual meeting: Greater Iowa City Inc. will reflect on the past year and look ahead to 2027 during its annual meeting Nov. 18 at Hyatt Regency Hotel in Coralville. The featured speaker will be Dr. Peter Kaboli, a researcher and healthcare leader serving as professor of internal medicine at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and as executive director of the Veterans Health Administration Office of Rural Health. Cocktail hour starts at 4:30 p.m., with dinner and programs starting at 5:45 p.m. Tickets are available online at greateriowacity.com . The deadline to register is Tuesday, Nov. 10. Anniversary celebration: BrownWinick Law Firm will celebrate its 75th anniversary with an Iowa City reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 19 at Big Grove Brewery,

Cedar Rapids, IA · 2d

The Des Moines Register

partner publisher · 32.9K followers

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 · 5d

sun-courier.com

website

Last week’s Tama County Board of Supervisors meeting

TOLEDO – Pausing their pumpkin carving, candy buying, and general merriment of the spooky season, the regulars made their way to the Monday, Oct. 26 Tama County Board of Supervisors meeting. The meeting kicked off with the roads report saying that a lot of blading has been done and the 300 Street bridge rail will be poured.

Tama County, IA · 4d

kiow.com

website

Rain Delays Highway 122, I-35 Road Projects in North Iowa

MASON CITY, Iowa — Recent rain is slowing several North Iowa road construction projects as crews wait for conditions to dry out, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation. DOT spokesman Pete Hjelmstad said wet weather has delayed plans to shift traffic to the outside lane on the Highway...

Mason City, IA · 5d

cbs2iowa.com

website

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 · 6d