Panel that sets tax revenue forecast sees ‘organic growth’ in Iowa economy
Dec 14, 2023
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) Members of the panel that predicts state tax revenue say recession fears are receding and, while total receipts are down slightly, that’s due to previously approved tax cuts. The…
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Stay safe as Iowa lakes freeze over
Dec 14, 2023
DES MOINES -- The recent blast of arctic air is growing ice on lakes and ponds across the northern two-thirds of Iowa. Anglers are ready to get out for the popular early ice fishing season.…
“Getting Started with Backyard Chickens” Workshop Set for January 25 in Oskaloosa
Dec 14, 2023
OSKALOOSA -- Learn the basics of choosing and caring for backyard chickens at a one-hour workshop Thursday January 25 in Oskaloosa. The workshop is sponsored by Mahaska County Extension and the ISU Extension and Outreach…
REMEMBER WHEN TAYLOR SWIFT WAS A BACKUP SINGER FOR BRAD PAISLEY?
Dec 14, 2023
We all have to start somewhere. Does anyone remember when Taylor Swift was a backup singer/dancer for Brad Paisley? Anyone? Well, Brad does - and he reminded Taylor and the world about it yesterday. December 13 is Taylor's…
GWEN STEFANI, BLAKE SHELTON TO GO ITALIAN FOR CHRISTMAS DINNER
Dec 13, 2023
Christmas traditions vary from family to family. You'd guess that in the Blake Shelton/Gwen Stefani household, Blake would be the uber-traditional type while Gwen may go in another direction. You'd be half right. Outside a taping of…
Coming home, staying home: 'Apollo 13' and 'Home Alone' among 25 films picked for national registry
Dec 13, 2023
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Houston, we have a problem: Where's Kevin? Perhaps the ultimate coming-home movie, “Apollo 13,” and the ultimate staying-home one, “Home Alone,” are both being honored this year, selected for preservation in the National…
Governor calls Satanic Temple display in Iowa Capitol objectionable
Dec 13, 2023
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) Governor Kim Reynolds says a display from the Satanic Temple of Iowa will stay in the Capitol in Des Moines this month, but she’s asking Iowans to join her…
Hunters encouraged to discuss hunting plan, safety after weekend hunting incidents
Dec 13, 2023
DES MOINES -- The opening weekend of Iowa’s second gun deer season saw another 50,000-plus hunters’ enjoying time in the timber in pursuit of legendary whitetails. Unfortunately, there were three hunting incidents that serve as a…
Ottumwa's Citizen Police Academy Accepting Applications
Dec 13, 2023
OTTUMWA -- The Ottumwa Police Department will be holding their Annual Citizens Police Academy. The Academy gives citizens an opportunity to learn first-hand about local law enforcement. The curriculum covers patrol operations, crime investigation, use…
'Barbie' leads Golden Globe nominations with 9, followed closely by 'Oppenheimer'
Dec 12, 2023
LOS ANGELES -- Greta Gerwig's “Barbie” dominated the Golden Globe Awards nominations with nine nods for the blockbuster film, including best picture musical or comedy as well as acting nominations for Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling and…