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3-year-old boy drowns in Rockford area swimming pool
A 3-year-old boy from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, drowned over the weekend while visiting family members in Machesney Park. The Winnebago County Coroner's Office said the child was visiting Saturday afternoon at a family member's home in the 9200 block of Longfellow Lane. Shortly before 4 p.m., a family member spotted...
News : Just a friendly reminder to buckle up
The U.S. Department of Transportation says, "One of the safest choices drivers and passengers can make is to buckle up. Many Americans understand the lifesaving value of the seat belt - the national use rate was at 91.9% in 2023. Seat belt use in passenger vehicles saved an estimated 14,955 lives in 2017. Understand the potentially fatal consequences of not wearing a seat belt and learn what you can do to make sure you and your family are properly buckled up every time."
Obituaries : Tyler Ray Avis
Tyler Ray Avis, 24, died Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at his residence. A celebration of life will be held from 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Celebration Park in Vinton. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established and may be directed to Troy Avis. 5132 Skyline Dr. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405.
Building clouds and isolated storms on Sunday, but strong to severe storms expected Tuesday
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) -Warm temperatures on Sunday with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s. Strong to severe storms are in Tuesday’s forecast. Today we’ll have a partly cloudy sky with a few showers and storms possible in our far northern counties during the late afternoon. Sunday’s highs will reach the low to mid-80s.
News : Vinton Police Department Log for Week of May 6-12, 2024
All Charges are subject to review by the Benton County Attorney's Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty. Intrastate Warrants are issued by Law Enforcement Agencies for crimes happening in their jurisdictions. Five Adult Arrests the week of...
News : VGH Employee Awards Banquet 2024
In conjunction with Hospital week, Virginia Gay Hospital recently held its Employee Awards Banquet to honor staff members for their years of dedicated service. The event celebrated employees who have reached significant milestones in their careers. Recipients of the 5 Year Awards included Laura Atherton, Martha Easter, Maddux Erhardt, Franki...
Events and Activities : Dysart to Celebrate ZIP Code Day!
Dysart would like to invite you to Celebrate ZIP Code Day on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 4pm to 8pm. The event will be held at the Dysart City Park located at Sherman & South Main Street in Dysart. A once-in-a-century event is unfolding in Dysart, Iowa on Wednesday. It's...
News : Memorial Day Events
The Bear Creek Cemetery will hold its Annual Memorial Day Service at 9:00 a.m. on Memorial Day. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 am-10:30 am at the church for a free will donation. The church and cemetery are located at 5177 26th Ave., Brandon, on V71, or the Brandon blacktop...
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