Iowa abandons unemployment kiosk system

Posted on February 10, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa officials have confirmed that the state has stopped servicing or tracking the more than 700 self-help computer kiosks installed to replace dozens of unemployment offices closed in 2011 as a money-saving effort.

Iowa Workforce Development spokeswoman Courtney Greene told The Des Moines Register (http://dmreg.co/2ktMKTt ) that it’s unknown how many kiosks in the virtual access points program are still dedicated to helping the unemployed. Initially the kiosks were placed in public places such as libraries and homeless shelters.

Greene says improved technology that lets Iowans file for weekly unemployment claims by smartphone has made the kiosks less essential. She says the kiosk system was discontinued as part of the department’s efficiency efforts. It’s unclear when the department ended the program.

February 9th: On This Day

Posted on February 9, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

On this day back in 1975, Willie Nelson recorded the classic “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain”. The song was a cover of Roy Acuff and helped jump start Nelson’s success as a singer and recording artist. He had thus far been primarily successful as a songwriter for other artists.

“Fill The Little Red Wagon” Campaign – Miranda Lambert

Posted on February 9, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

As she hits the road on her “Highway Vagabond Tour” this winter, Miranda Lambert is calling on fans to “Fill The Little Red Wagon” at her shows with food and supplies for animals in need. The “Fill The Little Red Wagon” campaign has already made appearances at Lambert’s tour stops in Indiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, with all donations benefitting local animal shelters.

· Lambert says, “The Little Red Wagon was overflowing and then some. I want to thank my fans, the volunteers, the communities, the shelters, Petmate, Live Nation and Country Radio for their tireless efforts and for how much they care about what I love, which is the mutts.”

· Miranda is also giving one lucky fan and a guest a chance to meet her before her show. To enter, all fans have to do is drop off pet supplies into the “Little Red Wagon” at the venue’s entrance on the evening of her performance.

Iowa Man Admits Being Drunk When Truck Rammed Into Car

Posted on February 9, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

ANKENY, Iowa (AP) — A 46-year-old man has admitted being drunk when his truck slammed into the back of a car, killing a passenger in the car.

The Des Moines Register reports (http://dmreg.co/2k75K93) that William Phipps, of Boone, pleaded guilty Wednesday to vehicular homicide and leaving the scene of a fatal accident. Prosecutors dropped several other charges in exchange for Phipps’ pleas. His sentencing is scheduled for March 23.

Police say Phipps was headed south June 10 on Interstate 35 in Ankeny when his truck rammed into the rear of a car driven by Zachary McMahon. The passenger in McMahon’s car, 30-year-old Alexander Koch, was pronounced dead at the scene. McMahon was treated at a hospital for injuries.

Police say Phipps fled on foot but was caught about half a mile away.

Jake Owen Receives The Arnie Award in California

Posted on February 9, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

Jake Owen was presented with the prestigious Arnie Award on Tuesday night (2/7) as part of Golf Digest’s annual “Golfers Who Give Back” event during the Pebble Beach Pro-Am golf tournament in California. NFL great Peyton Manning and champion golfer Phil Mickelson joined Jake as recipients of the prestigious award, which is named after the late golfing legend Arnold Palmer. Owen’s parents, Steve and Mitzi Owen, were also in the audience for Tuesday night’s ceremony.

· Owen got a little emotional after legendary sports broadcaster Jim Nantz called him to the stage to accept to the award. Jake said, “I don’t do things for awards, but this is by far the most humbling think I could ever achieve.”

· Jake also opened up about what the Arnie Award means to him in a lengthy message on Instagram.

February 8th: On This Day

Posted on February 8, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

On this day in 2011, Chris Young’s “Voices” was at #1 on the Country Charts. This was Young’s third consecutive #1, though the song had been released before his first two #1’s.

Young made history as only the second artist in the history of the Billboard Country chart to release the same single and have it go #1. Young had released “Voices” the first time in 2008.

Lady A Wants To Record A Taylor Swift Song

Posted on February 8, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

Given the success Little Big Town’s single, “Better Man,” has had so far, there’s little doubt that other artists are also interested in releasing a Taylor Swift-penned song to radio. One of those interested groups is Lady Antebellum, who recently talked to Billboard about the prospect of recording a song written by Swift. Hillary Scott said, “I mean honestly Taylor, call us. Like, we’re up for whatever. Let’s go.”

Charles Kelley said they’d probably want Taylor to pen “a nostalgic song” for them, but there’s something else they want, too. Kelley jokes, “I hope it would be No.1. That’s all I want. It better go No. 1 though. If we cut a song and it goes like No. 2, I’m going to be so disappointed.”

1 Man Killed, 1 Wounded In Des Moines Shooting, Police Say

Posted on February 8, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Police say one man has died and another has been wounded in a Des Moines shooting.

Officers sent to investigate a possible homicide around 6:40 p.m. Tuesday found a man’s body on a sidewalk. They soon learned that a man wounded in the same shooting had driven himself to a hospital. He’s expected to survive his injuries.

The men’s names haven’t been released.

Sgt. Paul Parizek (puh-REE’-zihk) says investigators don’t think the shooting occurred where the body was found.

February 7th: On This Day

Posted on February 7, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

On this day in 1962, Garth Brooks was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Brooks began his professional career in 1985, singing and playing guitar in Oklahoma clubs and bars, most notably Wild Willie’s Saloon in Stillwater. Later that year, Brooks traveled to Nashville to pursue a recording contract; he returned to Oklahoma within 24 hours. In 1987, Brooks and wife Sandy Mahl moved to Nashville, and Brooks began making contacts in the music industry.

Later that year, Brooks traveled to Nashville to pursue a recording contract; he returned to Oklahoma within 24 hours. In 1987, Brooks and wife Sandy Mahl moved to Nashville, and Brooks began making contacts in the music industry. The rest is history.

Happy birthday, Garth Brooks!

Thomas Rhett Reacts To 7th Chart-Topper

Posted on February 7, 2017 by KBOE Administrator

Thomas Rhett’s single “Star Of The Show” has topped both the Billboard Country Airplay and Mediabase radio charts this week, giving Thomas his seventh career #1 song. The exciting news reached Rhett as he was in Houston for the Super Bowl over the weekend, which he says made for a fun start to the game, even though his Atlanta Falcons lost in the end.

· Thomas says reacting to his chart-topper, “I’ve always known this song needed to have its moment, so it’s really sweet to be able to celebrate it now and with Lauren and my dad.”

· “Star Of The Show” also holds a second week at #1 on Canada’s Mediabase Country Radio Chart.

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