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Davenport Initiates Phased Two-Way Travel Conversion on 4th Street

Davenport Initiates Phased Two-Way Travel Conversion on 4th Street

The city of Davenport, Iowa, is commencing a phased conversion to two-way travel on 4th Street, beginning this week. The initial phase will focus on the section between Harrison Street and River Drive. Over the next two weeks, city crews will be actively engaged in painting new road markings, installing updated signage, and modifying traffic signals to accommodate the change. Once this work is completed, 4th Street will officially switch to two-way traffic within this specific segment. A subsequent phase will address the section between Marquette and Harrison Streets, which will be converted after resurfacing work in that area is finalized. Motorists should anticipate lane reductions between Harrison and Fillmore Streets as the resurfacing efforts continue.
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Predicting Week 8 Big Ten Football Game Times

Predicting Week 8 Big Ten Football Game Times

When we think games will kickoff.
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Starlink and National 4-H Council Partner to Bridge Rural Iowa Technology Gaps

Starlink and National 4-H Council Partner to Bridge Rural Iowa Technology Gaps

A new partnership between Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet company, and the National 4-H Council is bringing broadband connectivity to rural communities, including several in Iowa. This initiative aims to address the significant technology gaps in these areas, where less than 20% of some communities have high-speed broadband coverage, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Alexa Groff, a 4-H STEM education specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, highlighted that reliable internet access is crucial for 4-H students to participate in robotics programming and other science and technology-focused activities. Many existing 4-H robotics clubs in Iowa operate in locations like county fairgrounds and community buildings that lack adequate internet connections. The Starlink systems, which utilize low-earth orbiting satellites, are designed to overcome these connectivity barriers, enabling more students to engage in STEM education. Iowa has received 10 of the 100 Starlink kits provi...
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Republicans face midterm backlash from factory workers squeezed out of jobs by Trump's tariffs

Republicans face midterm backlash from factory workers squeezed out of jobs by Trump's tariffs

President Donald Trump's tariffs are turning factory workers against his Republican Party over fears the import taxes could lead to fewer jobs instead of the manufacturing renaissance he promised
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Chilly Air Mass and Frost Expected in Iowa

Chilly Air Mass and Frost Expected in Iowa

A significant weather shift is underway in Iowa, with cooler temperatures and increased rainfall expected this week. A cold front will sweep through overnight, bringing a drop in temperatures and northwest winds. Rain and storms are forecast for Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning, particularly near the Iowa-Missouri border. By Friday, blustery winds of 30-45 mph will usher in the coldest air mass of the season, with highs in the low to mid-50s. Frost is likely Saturday morning as temperatures dip into the mid-30s, marking the first frost of the season for many areas. Rainfall totals of up to an inch are expected south of Highway 20 by Thursday night, with no flooding anticipated.
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Factbox-The races that will decide control of the US Senate

Factbox-The races that will decide control of the US Senate

By Nolan D. McCaskill WASHINGTON, Oct 12 (Reuters) - Republicans hold a 53-47 majority in the US Senate, where Democrats would need to flip at least two seats in states that President Donald Trump carried by double digits in 2024 to win a majority in November's midterm elections.
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Bellevue West High School Marching Band Secures First Place in Iowa Competition

Bellevue West High School Marching Band Secures First Place in Iowa Competition

Bellevue West High School Marching Band Secures First Place in Iowa Competition
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Florida Man Arrested in Des Moines Following Stolen Car Chase

Florida Man Arrested in Des Moines Following Stolen Car Chase

Des Moines police have apprehended Amahad Keon Ware, 28, of Lauderhill, Florida, after a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle. The incident began on a Friday afternoon when a rental car company notified authorities about a stolen car being operated in downtown Des Moines. Officers located the vehicle near 13th Street and Locust Street, but the driver, later identified as Ware, accelerated to evade them. The chase concluded less than a minute later when Ware crashed the car in an alley near 12th Street and Cherry Street. He then attempted to flee on foot but was taken into custody a few blocks away. Ware faces charges including first-degree theft, eluding, and drug possession, in addition to misdemeanor traffic offenses.
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Iowa Cities Grapple with Data Center Proposals, Facing Public Scrutiny Over Transparency and Resource Use

Iowa Cities Grapple with Data Center Proposals, Facing Public Scrutiny Over Transparency and Resource Use

Iowa Cities Grapple with Data Center Proposals, Facing Public Scrutiny Over Transparency and Resource Use
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The Closest Federal Election Held in Iowa

The Closest Federal Election Held in Iowa

Exploring the story of Iowa's 2020 2nd congressional district race, one of the closest federal elections in U.S. history, decided by just six votes.
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Iowa Restaurant Inspections Reveal Multiple Violations, Three Food Trucks Temporarily Shut Down

Iowa Restaurant Inspections Reveal Multiple Violations, Three Food Trucks Temporarily Shut Down

Recent inspections by state, city, and county inspectors in Iowa have uncovered hundreds of food-safety violations across various restaurants and stores. These violations include issues such as expired and moldy food. Notably, at least three food trucks were temporarily shut down due to 'imminent health hazard conditions' identified by inspectors. The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL) is responsible for these inspections. Specific examples of violations include Izumi Japanese Steakhouse in Davenport cited for 14 risk-factor violations, including bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food and lack of parasite-destruction records for sushi. Hy-Vee Food Store in Sioux City had issues with cross-contamination in sushi preparation and improper food holding temperatures. Acapulco Mexican Bakery in Iowa City was cited for 11 risk-factor violations, including uncovered raw meat and cooked foods, and lack of a certified food protection manager. Ampride Travel Center in Peterson had moldy de...
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FEMA Extends Storm Aid Deadline for West Virginia Counties

FEMA Extends Storm Aid Deadline for West Virginia Counties

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has extended the deadline for West Virginia residents in several counties affected by this year’s storm damage to apply for federal disaster assistance. The new deadline for individual assistance is October 17th, providing an additional two weeks beyond the previous October 3rd cutoff. This extension applies to the five counties initially included in the disaster declaration. Mark O’Hanlon, FEMA’s federal coordinating officer, stated that the extension allows more time for residents, especially those whose insurance has not fully covered their storm-related needs, to apply. Individual assistance is available to eligible homeowners and renters and may include grants that do not require repayment. Additionally, newly approved public assistance will help eligible local governments and nonprofits recover costs for emergency protective measures, debris removal, and repairs to public infrastructure, with FEMA typically covering 75% of these eligible costs.