Lawmakers announce 'framework' on bill to keep gov't open
Dec 14, 2022
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers leading the negotiations on a bill to fund the federal government for the current fiscal year say they’ve reached agreement on a “framework” that should allow them to complete work on…
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Wreaths Across America to honor Iowa veterans
Dec 14, 2022
By Pat Powers (Radio Iowa) Volunteers will be laying wreaths on hundreds of veterans’ graves in cemeteries across Iowa this Saturday as part of the national event called Wreaths Across America. Luanne Jackson, Hamilton County’s Veteran…
Vermeer Announces Plans to Expand to Des Moines
Dec 14, 2022
PELLA -- Vermeer Corporation has announced their plans to open a new manufacturing operation in Des Moines, Iowa. Utilizing existing manufacturing facilities located just off the Interstate 80/35/235 Northeast mixmaster, Vermeer is hiring 60 –…
Marion County Board of Supervisors Discusses FY24 Budget, Pleasantville Adkins Development Project
Dec 14, 2022
By Sam Parsons The Marion County Board of Supervisors met yesterday and had a discussion about the proposed Adkins development in the city of Pleasantville. The project is still in the planning phase, but board…
Keith Urban Is Selling His Master Recordings
Dec 14, 2022
Keith Urban has made a move that’s become popular among huge musical artists in recent years. Urban has sold the master recordings of 10 of his studio albums and a greatest hits compilation to Litmus Music,…
FSA to Implement Pilot Hiring Program in Iowa
Dec 13, 2022
DES MOINES -- Iowa Farm Service Agency (FSA) is offering a new approach to recruiting agricultural leaders who want to become County Executive Directors (CED). Iowa FSA, with support from the Biden-Harris Administration, will open…
SEC charges former FTX CEO with defrauding crypto investors
Dec 13, 2022
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has charged the former CEO of failed cryptocurrency firm FTX with orchestrating a scheme to defraud investors. A civil complaint filed Tuesday alleges that Sam…
State of Iowa tax revenue up 6.7% since July 1
Dec 13, 2022
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) State tax collections are continuing to grow significantly, but tax cuts that take effect soon will likely alter that trend. Net state tax revenue is up 6.7% over the…
Pella School Board Meets for Final Time in 2022
Dec 13, 2022
By Sam Parsons The Pella School Board met last night for the final time in 2022 and heard the latest update on the Early Childhood Center, which just recently entered phase 2 of construction. The…
Taylor Swift’s Bday Starts with Good News - A Dropped Lawsuit & More Eras Tour Tickets
Dec 13, 2022
Taylor Swift is ringing in her birthday with a slew of gifts. The singer, who turns 34 today, received good news last night when Sean Hall and Nathan Butler announced they were dropping their lawsuit claiming that Swift copied their…