The following events were some of the top weather stories in Iowa during 2010. The information was provided by the Iowa State Climatologist, Harry Hillaker. The information is generally in chronological order and in no way represents the order of significance of the events. 1. Persistent Deep Snow Cover December 9, 2009 to March 7, […]
INDIANOLA—Two players hit their career highs but the Central College men’s basketball team couldn’t find an answer for Simpson College in an 82-72 defeat Wednesday. A 9-0 first-half run gave Central a 24-15 lead but the Storm quickly responded with a 10-0 run. Simpson held a 29-27 advantage after the opening half and maintained the […]
INDIANOLA—The cold-shooting woes continued for the Central College women’s basketball team as Simpson College remained unbeaten in Iowa Conference play with a 106-58 rout Wednesday night. Central (3-11 overall, 0-5 conference) hit just 23.3 percent from the field in the opening half before finishing at 30.3 percent for the game. Simpson took command early, with […]
WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security will award nine grants totaling $860,292 to Iowa fire departments. The Department of Homeland Security will distribute the money as shown below. • Chickasaw Township Fire District will receive $35,150 to purchase a complete air-fill system and thermal imaging devices. • Davenport Fire […]
PELLA—Central College football all-America honoree Shane Wong (senior, Pleasant Hill, Southeast Polk HS) is a finalist for College/University Male Athlete of the Year in the Central Iowa Sports Awards. Fans can participate in online voting once a day through February 18 at www.SeeDesMoines.com/CISA. Registration is required prior to voting. The Des Moines Area Sports Commission, […]
The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of two servicemen, missing in action from the Vietnam War, have been identified and returned to their families for burial with full military honors. Air Force Col. James E. Dennany, 34, of Kalamazoo, Mich., and Maj. Robert L. Tucci, 27, of Detroit, […]
On May 1-4, 2010, greater Nashville and the surrounding region experienced catastrophic, record flooding. Despite ongoing forecasts and warnings for heavy rain and widespread flooding several days in advance, 26 people died in the region – 11 of those in Nashville, where property damage exceeded $2 billion. Shortly after the flood, NOAA’s National Weather Service […]
Biannual study shows Iowa is well on its way to saving $1.7 billion DES MOINES – Governor Chet Culver’s call for implementing cost-savings and efficiencies throughout the state is exceeding expectations, according to a study released today. The report, which monitors newly implemented efficiencies and cost-saving measures created by an executive order and legislation, shows […]
Lady Statesmen Clip Vikings 100-83 Des Moines–Orielle Thomas (Fr., Waynesville, Mo., Waynesville HS) scored a season-high 23 points to pace the Penn women’s basketball team to a 100-83 win over Grand View in Midwest Collegiate Conference action Wednesday. The Lady Statesmen (13-6, 5-1 MCC), winners of four straight, are seven games over .500 for the […]
The Iowa State University Extension Master Gardeners of Mahaska County are offering classes for beginning gardeners to gain the knowledge and skills to become successful gardeners. The classes are designed for beginners; however, any interested gardener is encouraged to attend. Classes will be held Tuesday evenings at 6;30 pm at the Mahaska County Extension Office. […]
