Adventureland Delays Opening Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
News Desk ALTOONA, Iowa — Adventureland Park has announced its season-opening will be delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The theme park will now open on May 16th. New dates and times…
March 2020
Iowa Judge Sets Hearing on Governor’s Abortion Order
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — An Iowa judge has set a hearing for Wednesday to consider whether to block an order by Gov. Kim Reynolds that temporarily halted abortions in…
Department of Agriculture Service Centers Stay Open Despite Coronavirus
Service centers are staying open for farmers during the coronavirus, David Geiger has more next on the Agribusiness Report for March 31, 2020. The post Department of Agriculture Service Centers…
COVID-19 Cases in Iowa Rise by 73, One More Death Reported
DES MOINES, Iowa — The latest number of COVID-19 cases in the state has been released by the Iowa Department of Public Health. The IDPH said Tuesday morning, 73 more…
Interactive Chart Shows Coronavirus Exponential Growth (and countries that have dropped out of exponential growth trap)
A new interactive chart of confirmed cases of COVID-19 shows the path of exponential growth and highlights the countries that have beaten the “growth trap.” Henry Reich and Aatish Bhatia,…
Crisis underscores how vital information is
We have all become acutely aware in the past few weeks why masks and face shields, respirators and ventilators are so important for hospital workers and their patients. The supply…
Walmart to Begin Temperature Checks for Employees in US Stores
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart will begin temperature checks for employees at its stores in the United States, the company announced on Tuesday. Walmart said it will take the temperatures of…
Iowa Guard Members Step Forward to Help Fight COVID-19
JOHNSTON, Iowa — Approximately 75 Soldiers from the 734th Regional Support Group, based at Camp Dodge in Johnston, were activated on March 27 to assist with COVID-19 response efforts in…
State Representatives Urge Gov. Reynolds to Issue Statewide ‘Stay at Home’ Order
DES MOINES, Iowa — Over 30 states have already issued shelter in place orders. Those who issued their ordinance Monday include Maryland, Virginia, D.C, Arizona, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Iowa is…
Dr. Fauci Anticipates Coronavirus Outbreak in the Fall
WASHINGTON (WJW)– Dr. Anthony Fauci said it’s likely there will be a second coronavirus outbreak. The director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases answered a few questions…
Volunteering or Staying Socially Distant? Volunteer Iowa Says You Can Do Both
DES MOINES, Iowa — Everyone is aware of the need for social distancing to help slow the spread of COVID-19, but that doesn’t mean Americans can’t reach out and help…
Couple Holds ‘Miracle’ Wedding at Pappajohn Sculpture Park
DES MOINES, Iowa — One couple didn’t let the coronavirus pandemic cancel their wedding plans. Greg Oman and Alice Lin got married at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines…
Clive Family Organizes ‘Superhero’ Parade for Boy’s Birthday
CLIVE, Iowa — The coronavirus pandemic has parents getting creative when it comes to birthday parties. Monday is Hendrix’s fourth birthday. Unfortunately, he couldn’t have a party with all his…
Governor’s Sign Language Interpreter is Silent but Strong
DES MOINES, Iowa — In one of America’s most uncertain times, American Sign Language interpreter Tailyn Kaster is providing deaf and hard of hearing Iowans with clarity. “I think it…
EPA temporarily changes pollution violation rules during coronavirus crisis
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says it will not punish companies for violating some pollution standards because of the new coronavirus. “We should not use the crisis…