Author: Nick Green

Cedar Falls, IOWA – According to the Cedar Falls Police, this incident occurred tight before 3 p.m. Monday.  It happened near the intersection of Center St. / Green Ave. The responding officer reportedly observed a black Nissan Rogue traveling at a high rate of speed. The driver immediately began to flee and attempted to elude the officer, police said. A pursuit ensued through the North Cedar Neighborhood before ending near the intersection of Longview Ct. / Longview St. The driver then fled on foot into a nearby wooded area. The remaining occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody without…

Muscatine, IOWA – According to the city officials, the winners will be honored during a reception from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, May 14, at the Muscatine Art Center. City officials have announced that the reception will offer a screening of historic properties in Muscatine and recognition of community members committed to preserving historic buildings. Ladies and gentlemen, the event is free and open for all to attend. The Commercial Rehabilitation Award will be presented to Alyshea Gow, owner of Feather Your Next Interiors, for the restoration of a commercial building located at 106 East 2nd Street. The Residential Rehabilitation Award…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the statement, the events will include nutrition store tours and virtual cooking classes like Freezer Meal Workshops and Wellness Wednesday classes. Officials have announced that Good Graces, Hy-Vee’s private label gluten-free line, will be featured in each class. Ladies and gentlemen, Good Graces offers a wide variety of affordable gluten-free products including pastas, flours, pizzas and more. To learn more about Hy-Vee’s virtual dietitian events, search for your location here. The events and classes listed above will be offered throughout May.  More information here. This is a developing story and it will be updated as new…

The cell phone video, that was shared on social media, reportedly shows a high school student making a class presentation in which he uses a racial epithet and the n-word multiple times. The school district is now investigating the racist comments made during a class presentation on slavery at a local high school. Over the course of the video, the student uses a racial slur 7 times and the teacher did nothing to stop it. The superintendent calls for the teacher’s firing. This incident occurred on April 22 at the Paschal High School in Texas. The school officials began notifying parents…

Independence, IOWA – According to the city officials, this event is for Independence residents use only. Officials have announced that the City Wide Clean-Up event is intended to assist property owners by hauling away items not normally placed at the curb for regular weekly garbage pickup (i.e. appliances, box springs, furniture).  This event is from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 11. Waste Management allows an Amnesty Day Drop Off at the transfer station for no added expense to residents. Acceptable/Unacceptable items are identified below. One pickup box size (5 ft. L X 5 ft. W X 4 ft.…

Cedar Rapids, IOWA – According to the Cedar Rapids Police Department, this incident occurred right before 1 a.m. early Saturday morning. It happened on K Street Southwest. Cedar Rapids Police Department officers responded to a shooting call. When the officers arrived on scene, they found one victim. Police said the victim suffered a gunshot wound and was taken to a hospital for treatment. The victim’s age or identity have not yet been released. The responding officers reportedly found property damage to a vehicle and a residence. No suspects have been arrested yet, police said. This incident remains under investigation. This…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the statement, the free transit ride event is open to all on Monday, May 2, 2022, from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on all CitiBus routes. City officials have announced that all passengers must follow rider rules to enjoy the ride. Marla Miller, Transit Operations Manager, released the following statement: “It has been a long haul, and we are happy our passengers and operators can now feel a sense of normalcy return to their commute. Wanting to mark the change and share her appreciation for a job well done. Lifting the mandate just didn’t seem like…

Davenport, IOWA – According to the state officials, the federal Clean Air Act gives governors the specific authority to make this formal request. Combined, these 8 states make up over 10% of U.S. gasoline sales. The Governors’ letter can be found here.   Gov. Reynolds released the following statement: “This letter sends the clear message that renewable fuels are the immediate solution to high gas prices, lower emissions, and restoring our energy independence, and we are proud to stand up and take this historic action. As the Governor of the top renewable fuel-producing state, I am proud to again lead a…