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Iowa City leaf vacuum schedule runs through Saturday

IOWA CITY, Iowa — Iowa City crews are scheduled to collect leaves in several zones from Tuesday through Saturday, Nov. 14. The schedule is subject to change. The city’s Leaf Vacuum Program began Oct. 26. Crews are expected to cover about one and a half to two zones each day during the first few weeks.

Iowa City, IA · 1d
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The military chaplain: stories of strength, courage and need

When the movie, "Fighting Spirit: Combat Chaplain's journey" is shown Sunday night at the South Marion United Methodist Church, there will be a special bonus. One of those present finished a deployment of nearly a year while serving as a chaplain for Iowa, and will be on hand to explain his experiences and talk about the film.

Waterloo, IA · 1d
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Cedar Rapids school district considers three bell schedule options for next school year

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The Cedar Rapids Community School District is considering three bell schedule scenarios for next academic year that could change when a student’s school day starts and ends by as much as 90 minutes. The district is asking for public feedback before the school board votes Dec. 14.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 21h
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New Iowa City arts leader aims to connect, strengthen local groups

From live music to festivals and more, the arts make downtown Iowa City tick. For Hayley Crabb, that's why Iowa City feels like home, and she's focused on shaping the next chapter of its arts and culture scene. Crabb will serve as the first director of the Iowa City Arts Alliance, a position supported by the Iowa City Downtown District. The role is collaborative, connecting and championing the many arts organizations in Iowa City by working with arts nonprofits, for-profit arts organizations, the City of Iowa City, Think Iowa City, and other district partners. More: Nebraska Omaha prof. rejects Center for Intellectual Freedom offer Crabb currently is the Membership and Development Director at FilmScene and will transition into the new role on Feb. 1. “Like so many who find themselves in Iowa City, it’s the depth and breadth of the arts and cultural opportunities in this miraculous town that keep me rooted here,” Crabb said. “…Most importantly, the arts keep us connected. I’m honored and thrilled to focus the next chapter of my career on strengthening this incredible community of arts organizations and artists so even more of our residents and visitors connect through the arts here in Iowa City.”

Iowa City, IA · 1d

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University of Iowa opens $12M dance building in former art museum

Nearly two decades after the 2008 flood severely damaged the University of Iowa Art Building, the renovated space has reopened as the new home of the Department of Dance. The $12 million renovation at 150 North Riverside Drive has been years in the making. More: Nebraska Omaha professor rejects Center for Intellectual Freedom offer The art building was one of 22 University of Iowa facilities overwhelmed by floodwaters in 2008. The university collaborated with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to design the Visual Arts Building across the street along Riverside Drive, which opened in 2016. “We’re just so excited for what this building is going to do, and it’s just an amazing addition to our arts campus,” University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson said during a ribbon-cutting on Sept. 24. “This is the rebirth of dance.” Construction began in 2025 and was funded by the university's Public-Private Partnership (P3) initiative, which uses funds from the university's partnership with ENGIE for strategic campus improvements. More: How Iowa City CSD plans to make $13.8M in budget cuts by March The dance department relocated from its previous space in Halsey Hall, providing a space better suited for students by addressing inadequate space

Iowa City, IA · 1d

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JoCo takes steps to implement a language access plan by the new year

Johnson County has begun to implement a new language access plan, which sets countywide policy and procedures for how language access will be approached. The county is home to people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. According to the Johnson County Steering Committee, 14-15 percent of residents speak a non-English language at home, prompting the county to create and implement a language access plan.

Johnson County, IA · 2d

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Veterans Day 2026 in North Iowa: Ceremonies in Mason City, Forest City and Lakota Set for Wednesday

MASON CITY, Iowa — Communities across North Iowa will honor veterans Wednesday with ceremonies in Mason City and Forest City and a drive-thru celebration in Lakota that will include free Thanksgiving meal kits. Mason City. Main Street Mason City will host a flag planting at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday at...

Mason City, IA · 21h

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Rain delays Mason City road project past Thanksgiving as other North Iowa work nears finish

MASON CITY, Iowa — Rain has pushed a Mason City road project behind schedule, while several other North Iowa construction projects are nearing completion, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation. “Unfortunately with the rain, the project will probably extend past Thanksgiving,” Iowa DOT spokesman Pete Hjelmstad said. “We’ll...

Mason City, IA · 1d

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Iowa Veterans Home to Dedicate Memorial Benches on Veterans Day

The Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs and the Iowa Veterans Home will honor two Iowa soldiers who lost their lives while serving their country with a special memorial bench dedication on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11. The public dedication ceremony is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. at the entrance of the...

Marshalltown, IA · 1d

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Mason City event tackles cervical cancer with survivor's story

MASON CITY, Iowa — A cervical cancer survivor will share her story at a free community event focused on prevention and early detection. CG Public Health is partnering with Knock and Drop Iowa to host a presentation on cervical cancer survival, routine screening and prevention through the human papillomavirus vaccine on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 11 a.m. at Southbridge Mall in Mason City. Guest speaker Zuli Garcia, a cervical cancer survivor and founder of the nonprofit organization Knock and Drop Iowa, will share her personal experience navigating a cancer diagnosis to highlight the lifesaving role of early detection and vaccination.

Mason City, IA · 1d

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E Avenue and F Avenue bridges to close Tuesday for floodgate testing

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The E Avenue and F Avenue bridges over the Cedar River in Cedar Rapids will close Tuesday morning for floodgate testing. The closures are scheduled to begin around 8:30 a.m. and are expected to last until midafternoon. The bridges are between First Street NW and First Street NE.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 2d

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New Hampton Schools Facilities Community Engagement Meeting Tuesday (Nov. 10) Night

New Hampton School District officials are seeking public input on the future of its school buildings. In that effort, Superintendent Erik Smith says stakeholders are encouraged to attend the Facilities Community Engagement Meeting Tuesday (Nov. 10) night, when school officials pick up where they left off last spring after presenting a facilities assessment of the district’s three school buildings.

New Hampton, IA · 1d

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News briefs: Sand launches transition website

Governor-elect Rob Sand launches transition website DES MOINES — Governor-Elect Rob Sand announced last week that Elisabeth Buck and Morgan Miller will serve as co-directors of the official Sand Transition Committee, overseeing the transition process as the new administration prepares to take office in January. Sand is launching a new website to keep Iowans up-to-date on the transition process, job opportunities and information on boards and commissions. Visit IowaForAll.com to learn more, stay updated, or provide feedback to the incoming administration. Benton County Supervisors name new assessor VINTON — The Benton County Board of Supervisors acknowledged the appointment of the new county assessor, Jordan Neve Nov. 3, 2026, at the Benton County Service Center in Vinton. The board approved a variance to the subdivision ordinance for Mike Evans, allowing the transfer of a lot with no building. Michelle Friedman also received a variance to the subdivision ordinance. County Engineer Myron Parizek received approval for two Federal Aid Agreements with the Iowa Department of Transportation for County Highway Bridge Program Projects on 63rd St. and 32nd Ave. Dr. The 50-foot bridge on 63rd St. is about three miles east of Highway 218. The short bridge on 32nd Ave. Dr. will be

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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 · 1d

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Cedar Rapids to build new fire training facility after $60 million bond approval

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Cedar Rapids firefighters are preparing for a major training upgrade as the city moves forward with a new fire training facility funded through a $60 million Fire Department bond approved by voters during the November 3 midterms. The training facility is the first project expected...

Cedar Rapids, IA · 1d

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Iowa health officials identify new measles exposure locations as cases rise nationwide

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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 · 5d

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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 · 2d

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Dubuque pro-life group calls for more pregnancy support for women after Marion newborn’s death

LINN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Arthur Gilloon, vice president of Dubuque County Right to Life Inc., criticized the organization investigators say provided abortion medication to Margaret Conant. Conant faces charges of child endangerment — deprivation of necessary care and obtaining prescription medication by deceit. Speculating about Conant’s circumstances, Gilloon...

Marion, IA · 4d

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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 · 3d