New horizons for homeowners in Muscatine County Nov 20, 2009
and one of its representatives in Des Moines encouraged he and his staff to apply for the FUSS grant, although nothing is guaranteed yet. Yerington hopes to hear the results of the application in January. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Gov. Culver orders review of Iowa tax credits Nov 20, 2009
They will hold meetings in Cedar Rapids and Des Moines to discuss the review. Questions about Iowa's tax credits arose after allegations that credits offered by the Department of Economic Development to lure moviemakers to the state had been misused and poorly tracked. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Veterans discussed their higher purpose, few regrets Nov 20, 2009
Sam Vandehaar interviewed his grandfather, Norman Vandehaar of Des Moines, Iowa ... He volunteered with five of his friends in Des Moines, Iowa for the Army. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Quadruplets born at Des Moines hospital Nov 20, 2009
A Polk County couple, Casey and James Dotzler of Bondurant, are the proud parents of quadruplets, the first born at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines since 1999. The four babies were born Wednesday within a minute of each other. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Duncan gets his day in court Nov 20, 2009
Attorneys Darwin Bunger of Burlington and George Eichhorn of Stratford told Judge Mary Ann Brown in Des Moines County District Court all the reasons they and Duncan believe this suspension is not legal. Brown said she was confused as to why a judicial review was going to take several hours Tuesday morning when she usually does them in 10 minutes over the phone. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Researchers ask: Are caged chickens miserabl... Nov 20, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa Are cramped chickens crazy chickens. Researchers are trying to answer that question through several studies that intend to take emotions out of an angry debate between animal welfare groups and producers. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Flight computers now working Nov 20, 2009
A monitor shows delayed flights at the Des Moines International Airport, Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, in Des Moines, Iowa. Air travelers nationwide scrambled to revise their travel plans Thursday after an FAA computer glitch caused widespread cancellations and delays for the second time in 15 months. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Bearcats No. 1, Knights No. 3 in first ratings Nov 20, 2009
Des Moines Christian 15-8 ... Des Moines East 20-3 ... Des Moines Roosevelt 12-11. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
I Have to Tell You . . . Nov 19, 2009
By: Pauline Masson, Pacific Editor11/18/2009 An Iowa geode is one of the oddest rocks you're likely to come across, and you'll only see one if you travel to the southeast corner of Iowa where the Des Moines River dumps into the Mississippi at Keokuk. The igneous and alluvial stones, ranging from less than 1 inch to 2 feet across when opened, tumble out of the hillsides and pop up along the riverbank at an unbelievable rate. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
HOWARD B. DILLMAN Nov 19, 2009
Upon leaving the aerospace field, Howard came to Des Moines as editor of Business and Industry Magazine. However, when an opening developed with Pratt and Whitney (developer and manufacturer of engines for commercial and military aircraft) in East Hartford, CT, Howard moved on, becoming involved in the preparation of proposals for new research and development projects. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Police say accused killer escaped them twice Nov 19, 2009
The 29-year-old West Des Moines man is on trial for the roadside murders of his wife and her male friend ... Information from: The Des Moines Register, http://www. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Football: A-Rob proves season is no fluke Nov 19, 2009
The redshirt freshman from Des Moines, who alternated with fellow freshman Brandon Wegher for most of the first eight games, had missed the previous two games with an ankle injury that had been expected to sideline him for a month. But with Wegher suffering from cracked ribs, Robinson returned to practice last week. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Schleier elected to Board of Trustees of Iowa Dental Assoc. Nov 19, 2009
Matt Schleier of Des Moines and Emily Schleier of Chicago. He has three grandchildren: Madelyn, Grogan and Evelyn, all of St. Charles. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Looking Back Nov 19, 2009
Richmond Mrs. Don Peters and Sarah of Des Moines were weekend visitors at the parental Robert Kallaus home and to celebrate Sarah's second birthday which was Saturday, November 10. They were joined for Sunday dinner by Mrs. Jim Litwiller, Bradley and Kristen of Wellman. (Kalona News, IA)
National Pork Board approves 2010 budget Nov 19, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa - The National Pork Board approved the 2010 budget during its regular fall session held in Des Moines. The 44. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Standoff ends in tragedy for Duncan native Nov 19, 2009
A former North Iowa woman was killed in Des Moines last Wednesday, the victim of domestic abuse, family members confirmed. Des Moines police found a woman identified by family members as TereseAnn Marie Lynch, 30, a native of Duncan, inside an apartment Wednesday ... The suspect was identified by police as her estranged husband, Randall Todd Moore, 38, Des Moines. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Grant funding available to nonprofit groups Nov 18, 2009
Only small southern Iowa nonprofit organizations located in Appanoose, Davis, Des Moines, Henry, Jefferson, Keokuk, Lee, Louisa, Lucas, Mahaska, Monroe, Van Buren, Wapello and Wayne counties are eligible for these grants. Applicants must have an independent annual budget of less than $500,000 and not exist as an affiliate with a budget exceeding that amount. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Des Moines police offered psychological counseling Nov 18, 2009
The Des Moines Police Department is offering counseling for officers because of a recent string of major violent incidents. The Red Cross held a critical incident stress debriefing class for the officers Tuesday. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Union To Push Iowa State Workers For Early Retirement Nov 18, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa -- The head of Iowa's largest state worker union said Tuesday that he'll push for early retirement incentives to encourage thousands of workers to leave state government and cut costs. In an interview Tuesday with The Associated Press, Danny Homan claimed that up to 2,700 workers are willing to retire but can't handle health insurance costs. (7 KETV Omaha)
Columbus Junction native is the eye in the sky Nov 18, 2009
When a pilot position opened up in Des Moines he applied for it with his fingers crossed he didn t have flying experience ... Lawrence flies between 400-500 hours per year, but when the weather is too rough, he still does traffic enforcement from the ground in the Des Moines metro area. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
State ends talks with union over concessions Nov 18, 2009
Published: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 11:43 AM CST DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) Aides to Gov. Chet Culver say the state is no longer negotiating with one state employee union about concessions aimed at avoiding layoffs. Culver spokeswoman Erin Seidler acknowledged Monday that talks have been halted with Iowa United Professionals, a union representing about 2,700 workers. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009 11:38 PM CST Cyclones roll past Drake, 90-70 By The Associated Press Iowa States Lucca Staiger drives past Drakes David Smith during Tuesdays contest at the Knapp Center in Des Moines ... AP photo DES MOINES The shot clock was winding down and Iowa State s Lucca Staiger was 25 feet from the basket with a defender in his face ... Iowa State jumped out to a 19-point halftime lead and cruised the rest of the way, erasing some bad memories of their last trip to... (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Schedule » Nov 17, 2009
Des Moines, Iowa 7 p.m.: Western Illinois (8-9-2) vs. Drake (13-6-2). Charlotte, N.C. 7 p.m.: UNC Wilmington (14-2-4) vs. Charlotte (11-3-5). (ESPN -- College Sports)
Official NCAA Release Nov 17, 2009
Des Moines, Iowa First round - Western Illinois at Drake Second round - Winner at No. 4 Ohio State. Charlotte, North Carolina First round - North Carolina-Wilmington at Charlotte Second round - Winner at No. 3 Wake Forest. (Tarheelblue.com)
Des Moines police find body in burned van Nov 16, 2009
Authorities in Des Moines say a man's body has been found in a burned van. Des Moines Fire Department spokesman Steven Brown says firefighters and police were called before 5 a.m. Sunday ... Police and fire departments in Des Moines are investigating the incident. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Northey comments on Iowa crops and weather report (18) Nov 16, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa - Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey today commented on the Iowa Crops and Weather report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistical Service. The report is released weekly from April through October. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
WOMEN'S TRACK Nov 16, 2009
ACC Indoor Championships. ACC Indoor Championships. (Hurricanesports.com)
Families shocked by how fast flu can hit Nov 16, 2009
Eighty-year-old Lucy McKenzie led her family down Westminster Presbyterian Church's aisle this week, walking past hundreds who gathered at the Des Moines church to remember her son ... The day before the funeral, McKenzie sat at the Des Moines home where she raised her five sons ... Information from: The Des Moines Register, http://www. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
The Palin Tax On The GOP Nov 16, 2009
"Go back to Kenya!" a woman typically screamed during a Palin rally in Des Moines, Iowa. While Obama entertained visions of a blissful post-partisan, post-racial America, Palin almost single-handedly gave birth to the birthers who would, after his inauguration, dedicate themselves to proving he was not, by birth, an American. (CBS News -- Opinion)
Kosher slaughterhouse manager convicted of fraud Nov 15, 2009
Rubashkin told supporters that he would not accept it because he was innocent, a family friend told The Des Moines Register on Thursday ... Schulte writes for The Des Moines Register. (Pensacola News Journal)
Volleyball drops tough five-set match at Drake Nov 15, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa - The Southern Illinois volleyball team took Drake to five sets on the Bulldogs home court, but couldn't pull out the victory, 24-26,25-22,25-17,19-25,8-15, Saturday night in Missouri Valley Conference play in the Knapp Center. Drake (21-10, 9-7 MVC) pulled out the first-set victory, 26-24, before Southern (18-10, 7-9 MVC) picked up wins in the next two for the 2-1 set advantage. (Siusalukis.com)
Register poll finds support for Culver slipping Nov 15, 2009
A poll for The Des Moines Register shows Gov. Chet Culver's job approval rating has fallen to 40 percent, a 20 percentage point decline since January ... Information from: The Des Moines Register, http://www. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
19 Iowa Deaths Linked To H1N1 Nov 14, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa -- The Iowa Department of Public Health reported Friday three additional 2009 H1N1 influenza-related deaths in Iowa. Officials said the new deaths involved two adults in Linn County and an adult in Black Hawk County. (7 KETV Omaha)
Schrimpf photo rises to top of Discover Mag contest Nov 14, 2009
He has completed workshops in photo judging under the auspices of the Des Moines, Iowa, Camera Club. Among other exhibitions he has won ribbons at the Iowa State Fair, has done shows at the Phoenix Trinity Cathedral Art Museum, Hilltop Art Gallery and currently has a black-and-white exhibition at the Crossroads Mission in Nogales. (Nogales International, AZ)
Keeping steady Nov 14, 2009
By Andrew Logue, The Des Moines Register The temptation for linebacker Pat Angerer and his defensive teammates is to overcompensate. With Iowa's starting quarterback out with an ankle injury, the Hawkeyes will bring a wounded offense into Saturday's showdown at. (USA Today -- Sports)
Prized hoops recruit Harrison Barnes picks UNC Nov 14, 2009
By Rick Brown, Des Moines Register AMES, IOWA Eleven-year-old Jourdan-Ashle Barnes went to Meeker Elementary School with a big secret Friday ... "They're jumping for joy in Chapel Hill, and no one is jumping higher than Roy Williams," 's said in a telephone interview with The Des Moines Register. (USA Today -- Sports)
Local Honor Flight chapter opens for Tri States veterans Nov 13, 2009
Beryl Roberts, seated, was one of 350 Central Iowa World War II veterans on an Honor Flight from Des Moines to the nation s capital Oct. 13. The veterans are flown, free of charge, to Washington, D.C. There, they toured the World War II Memorial and more. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Iowa court overturns drunken driving conviction Nov 13, 2009
Tangara's attorney, Matthew Lindholm of Des Moines, said the discrepancies between the video recording and the officer's testimony were key to the appeal and that unless the Iowa Supreme Court takes action the charge against Tangara would likely be dismissed. A telephone message left Thursday for prosecutors wasn't immediately returned. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
For colleges waiting on Barnes, it's now 'pins and needles time' Nov 13, 2009
By Rick Brown, Des Moines Register The waiting is the hardest part ... will televise his signing live and it will stream live on USATODAY.com (courtesy of the Des Moines Register) ... The Des Moines Registed is owned and operated by , the parent company of USA TODAY.. (USA Today -- Sports)
Des Moines man charged with murdering estranged wife, attempting to kill a police officer Nov 13, 2009
DOMESTIC TRAGEDY: A Des Moines man has been charged with murdering his estranged wife and attempting to kill a police officer during a standoff ... A Des Moines man accused of killing his estranged wife made his first court appearance Thursday morning ... The Des Moines Register reports the child is now being cared for by Tereseann Moore's mother, Sheila Lynch. (FOX61, CT)
Fell names Briscoe as drug court officer in new regional drug court Nov 12, 2009
The new regional drug court will serve offenders in Lee, Des Moines, and Henry County. Most of the referrals will come from Keokuk and Burlington. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Iowa Inks Four Recruits in Men's Basketball Nov 12, 2009
The Des Moines Register also tabbed McCabe a second team all-stater in 2009. McCabe averaged 16. (HoosierInsider.com)
News in brief Nov 12, 2009
She was transferred on Oct. 26 from Iowa Methodist Medical Center is Des Moines after having major heart surgery on the Oct. 13. Carol currently has a heart pump as a bridge to a heart transplant. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Iowa casinos taking measures against flu Nov 12, 2009
Information from: The Des Moines Register, http://www. desmoinesregister. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Tragic tale of four FM hunters remembered 69 years later Nov 12, 2009
Temperatures earlier that day had been almost spring-like, with a high of 61 in Des Moines, but as the afternoon wore on Mother Nature took a 180-degree turn. Temperatures dropped to zero, and in some parts of Iowa hit 10 below. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
State forecast for Iowa Nov 12, 2009
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Press Conference Set Nov 12, 2009
The Des Moines Register twice named Harrison to the 4A First Team All-State and the 4A Elite All-CIML First Team. Harrison began garnering national attention his sophomore year and in 2009, was named to PARADE Magazine's All-America Second Team, and as Gatorade's Iowa Player of the Year. (Kansas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Palin plans Iowa stop on book tour Nov 12, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa - Former Gov. Sarah Palin has scheduled her first stop in Iowa since the last election, promoting her memoir at a bookstore in Sioux City next month ... DES MOINES, Iowa - Former Gov. Sarah Palin has scheduled her first stop in Iowa since the last election, promoting her memoir at a bookstore in Sioux City next month. (Juneau Empire)
Woman found dead at scene of Des Moines standoff Nov 12, 2009
Des Moines police said they found a dead woman inside an apartment Wednesday shortly after a shotgun-wielding man surrendered to end a standoff that lasted more than an hour and left one officer injured. Police identified the woman late Wednesday as Tereseann Moore, 30, and identified the suspect as her estranged husband, Randall Moore, 38, of Des Moines. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Honor Flight Nov 12, 2009
Published: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 2:32 PM CST Life long Keokuk resident Beryl Roberts, 89, boarded an airplane in Des Moines the morning of Oct. 13, flew to the East Coast and returned to Des Moines the same night ... The Des Moines streets we drove on were lined with people cheering and clapping, waving flags ... They boarded the plane in Washington, in the rain, getting their socks a little wet through security, and landed in Des Moines Tuesday night. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Iowans lining up for swine flu vaccine Nov 11, 2009
Michelle Fitch, a soon-to-be mother of three from Granger, lined up with her two young sons Tuesday at Veterans Auditorium in downtown Des Moines ... Des Moines previously has had to turn away people who stood for hours before supplies were drained ... Heidi Hall, 47, and her daughter, Amy Hall, 22, received the vaccine because they work at a West Des Moines day care center. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Health care issue Nov 11, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Topic: Health Care Reform. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Phoenix, Tucson Energy Star homes list Nov 11, 2009
Des Moines, Iowa - 16,000. Indianapolis - 14,000. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Iowa Courts Plan 10 Furlough Days Nov 11, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa -- The Iowa Supreme Court announced plans Tuesday to hold 10 furlough days to help deal with the state budget shortfall. The furlough means all court offices will be closed and workers will have unpaid days off for all judges, magistrates, and court staff. (7 KETV Omaha)
C.C. cheerleaders perform well Saturday Nov 11, 2009
Published: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 8:36 AM CST Charles City Cheerleaders earned fourth place at the 19th Annual Iowa Cheerleading Coaches Association State Championships, held on Saturday, Nov. 7 at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Des Moines. The team was entered in the Non-Stunt Mount division against eight other schools. (Charles City Press, IO)
RACE FOR No. 1 RECRUIT: Competition heats up for Harrison Barnes Nov 11, 2009
By Rick Brown, Des Moines Register AMES, Iowa Harrison Barnes stands in the middle of a tug-of-war between two of college basketball's bluebloods ... The Des Moines Register is owned and operated by , the parent company for USA TODAY.. (USA Today -- Sports)
Corn harvest projections down; crop still strong Nov 11, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) Corn harvest projections are down but this year s crop is still expected to reach near record levels. A report released Tuesday by the National Agricultural Statistics Service shows corn production forecast at 12. (Agri-View, WI)
Briefs: Pearl City Rugby Club claims Midwest title Nov 10, 2009
West Des Moines Valley s Mary Kenney won the girls race in 19:08. Meanwhile, Muscatine s Jason Kenyon placed 43rd in the boys race in 18:37. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
GH-WH runners compete at state Nov 10, 2009
Katie Flood won her second individual state title for Des Moines Dowling in Class 4A, while the overall individual winner in the Class 4A boys race was Marsall Moyer of Burlington. Copyright. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Cold case: Paper boy vanished in '82 Nov 10, 2009
New York (CNN) -- When the Sunday edition of the Des Moines Register came off the presses on September 5, 1982, the front page headlines included: "USDA Focus Shifts Back to Farmers"; "Video Recorders Let Viewers 'Beat the Clock,' Spark TV Boom"; and "China Offers Accord with Soviet Union." ... He soon found Johnny's red wagon, just two blocks from their West Des Moines home ... "Police Hunt for Missing West Des Moines Boy'' the Register's headline read on Monday, followed by a second headline... (CNN)
Kayvan runs at state all-star cross country meet Nov 10, 2009
West Des Moines Valleys Mary Kenney won the event with a time of 19:08. ADVERTISEMENT. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Cisco sells $5B of debt Nov 10, 2009
(11-09) 16:39 PST Des Moines, Iowa (AP) ... Cisco Systems sells $5 billion worth of debt Articles (11-09) 16:39 PST Des Moines, Iowa (AP) -- Cisco Systems Inc., the world's largest maker of computer networking equipment, said Monday it will sell three series of senior unsecured notes worth a total of $5 billion. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Q & A With Olympic Gold Medalist Shawn Johnson Nov 9, 2009
Every once in a while, I like to take a few weeks off and be a normal person in Des Moines, Iowa ... Every chance I get to be in Des Moines is amazing. (7 KETV Omaha)
Newman takes state 1A cheerleading title Nov 9, 2009
MASON CITY Saturday was a big day for cheerleading in Mason City as Newman Catholic and Mason City High School both placed in their respective divisions in the Iowa High School Cheerleading Championships in Des Moines ... In 4A, the other winners were West Des Moines Valley, first, and Burlington, third. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Corn Crop in China Slumped 13% on Worse Drought Damage, SGS Survey Shows Nov 9, 2009
It was a regionalized drought in parts of the main northeastern growing region, said , a vice president for , a commodity brokerage and consultant in West Des Moines, Iowa. A smaller crop will lead to a drop in inventories before next years harvest, he said. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
