2-time world champion Doyle Brunson, called the Godfather of Poker, dies at 89
May 15, 2023
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Doyle Brunson, one of the most influential poker players of all time and a two-time world champion, died Sunday, according to his agent. Brunson was 89. Brian Balsbaugh, Brunson's agent, posted a…
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Food Bank of Iowa continues to see need increase
May 15, 2023
By Pat Powers (Radio Iowa) There are Iowans who continue to struggle to put food on the table. Food Bank of Iowa spokesperson, Annette Hacker, says their demand has not eased at all. “We have…
Another Round of Computer Basics Classes offered at Ottumwa Public Library
May 15, 2023
OTTUMWA -- The Ottumwa Public Library is happy to announce that they will be offering two free computer classes. The first, Thursday, May 18th at 10:30 am, will be Computer Basics. It will teach the basic…
Master Gardener Plant Sale will be held this Saturday
May 15, 2023
OSKALOOSA -- The Mahaska County Master Gardeners will hold their annual plant sale Saturday May 20, 2023. It will be held 8 – 11 am at the Mahaska County Extension and Outreach Office auditorium. They…
KEITH URBAN RETURNS TO "AMERICAN IDOL" AS FINALE MENTOR
May 15, 2023
Keith Urban is returning to "American Idol" as Season 21's mentor for the final three contestants in the series finale on May 21. It's familiar turf for Keith, who served as one of the three judges…
Title 42 has ended. Here's what it did, and how US immigration policy is changing
May 12, 2023
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is putting new restrictions into place at its southern border to try to to stop migrants from crossing illegally and encourage them instead to apply for asylum online through a…
Regent says proposed tuition increase is a cut when compared to inflation
May 12, 2023
By Dar Danielson (Radio Iowa) The Board of Regents held the first reading of a proposed increase in tuition at the three state universities at its meeting Thursday. Brad Berg of the Regents’ office explained…
Nationwide opening temporary, drive-up claims centers in Newton and Grinnell for vehicle hail damage estimates
May 12, 2023
GRINNELL -- Amidst severe hail damage in the Newton, Grinnell and the central Iowa region, Nationwide Catastrophe Response Units (CRU) are being deployed as drive-up, vehicle hail damage assessment centers to central Iowa. Available for Nationwide…
Central Commencement Moves into P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium
May 12, 2023
PELLA -- Central College has moved the Commencement ceremony to the P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium. The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 13. "Due to the uncertainty of Saturday's weather, we have decided…
THE 58TH ANNUAL ACM AWARDS ARE IN THE BOOKS
May 12, 2023
The 58th Annual Academy Of Country Music Awards is in the books. Last night's awards show - hosted by country legends Garth Brooks and Dolly Parton - showcased the very best of country music - and a little pop,…