Linden woman arrested after allegedly slapping Linden man
A Linden woman was arrested Wednesday after allegedly assaulting a Linden man in the home. Brooklynn Anne Epley, 20, of 105 N. School St., Linden, was charged with first-offense domestic…
Letter to the editor: ‘Pipe, baby, pipe!’ says union pipefitter
To the editor: I’m thankful that Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds vetoed HF 639. That decision helped protect the jobs of many of our Local 177 members. Skilled laborers help build…
Fewer Mahaska County residents relying on food stamps since 2015
Mahaska County saw a 39.3% decrease in the number of residents relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) since 2015, according to Iowa’s Department of Human Services. Data shows…
Bicyclist found dead near Iowa Great Lakes
DICKINSON COUNTY, Iowa (Iowa Media Wire) — One man is dead after northwest Iowa authorities found him unresponsive on a sidewalk. According to the Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office, a “bicycle…
Sioux County announces new, full-time emergency management coordinator
SIOUX COUNTY, Iowa (Iowa Media Wire) — The Sioux County Emergency Management Commission has a new emergency management coordinator. The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office said the commission chose Ryan De…
More nice improvements in most recent drought update
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (Iowa Media Wire) — The latest drought monitor update from the USDA (US Department of Agriculture), NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), CPC (Climate Prediction Center), and…
Nunn talking with Iowans about ‘what happens next’ for reelection in IA-03 or other office
DES MOINES, Iowa (WHO) — On Sunday, Congressman Zach Nunn discussed the passage of the massive spending bill just two days after it was signed into law. The two-term U.S.…
Iowa Senate District 1 seat voting begins next month
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (Iowa Media Wire) — More details about a special election set for the Iowa Senate’s First District seat have been released. According to County Auditor Michelle Skaff,…
Jennifer Hanson, Executive Director, Boone County Chamber of Commerce visits about Chamber activities. She reviews the recent Coffee and Connections Event on The State of Senior Care. She also updated information about Pufferbilly Days, the Annual New Teacher Welcome and more. Aired Thursday, July 10, 2025.
https://www.kwbg.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Chamber-of-Commerce-Jennifer-Hanson-Executive-Director-071025.mp3 Jennifer Hanson, Executive Director, Boone County Chamber of Commerce visits about Chamber activities. She reviews the recent Coffee and Connections Event on The State of Senior Care. She also…
Davenport Fire Department responds to fire at manufacturing facility
Davenport firefighters quickly managed a fire at a manufacturing facility yesterday, according to a news release from the Davenport Fire Department. The Scott Emergency Communications Center (SECC) received a 911…
Several storm chances coming next few days
We’re looking at several t’storm chances in the Quad Cities over the next few days. The first of the chances arrives Thursday morning. But, these storms have been dying down…
Iowa man found guilty in brutal murder of teen
CALHOUN COUNTY, Iowa (WHO) — A Gowrie man accused of killing a 17-year-old girl and hiding her body in Farnhamville last year was found guilty of first-degree murder on Wednesday.…
Motorcycle totaled after rural Clay County crash
SPENCER, Iowa (Iowa Media Wire) — A motorcycle was totaled after a Tuesday night crash in rural Clay County. According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Lucas Olson, 34, had…
Stray of the Day: Meet Bolt
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (Iowa Media Wire) — Meet today’s Stray of the Day! Meet Bolt, a 1 to 2-year-old, male Pitbull Dachshund mix. He was found at Stone Park Boulevard.…
Free workshop in Moline on reducing toxins at home
Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois at Gilda’s Club are hosting a free educational workshop called “Simple Household Swaps to Reduce Toxins at Home”. The event will take place…