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Devastation in Iowa: Tornadoes Claim Lives, Annihilate Greenfield in Destructive Storm Surge

Greenfield, Iowa — A series of devastating tornadoes tore through Iowa on Tuesday, leaving significant destruction in their wake, including multiple fatalities and severe damage in small towns across the state. One of the hardest-hit areas was Greenfield, a town approximately 60 miles southwest of Des Moines, which was virtually flattened in the storms that also brought heavy rain and thunderstorms to the Plains and Midwest. Adair County Sheriff Jeff Vandewater expressed the severity of …

Fatal Dispute at Iowa Bar: 19-Year-Old Shot Dead Following Altercation, Suspect in Custody

CLEARFIELD, Iowa — A 19-year-old man was fatally shot in the early hours of Thursday morning, sparking an ongoing investigation by Taylor County authorities. The incident occurred outside a local bar in the small town of Clearfield, Iowa. Around 3:20 a.m., dispatchers received several calls reporting a shooting at Bootleggers Bar and Grill, located on Broadway Street. Responding deputies found the young man, later identified as Colby Nelson of Lenox, lying unresponsive on the ground …

Flood Alert: Risk of Heavy Rainfall and Rising Water Levels in Multiple Iowa Counties Until Wednesday

Des Moines, Iowa – Residents in multiple areas across Iowa are bracing for possible flash floods following a flood watch alert that remains in effect until 1 AM CDT Wednesday. Officials warn that ongoing heavy rainfall could lead to significant flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas. The regions impacted by the flood watch include various counties across central, northeast, south central, and southeast Iowa. These areas are grappling with the potential dangers posed by excessive …

Heroic Sacrifice Honored: Iowa Principal Added to National Memorial After Tragic School Shooting

PERRY, Iowa — Former high school principal Dan Marburger, who tragically passed following a violent school shooting in Perry, was recently commemorated at the National Memorial to Fallen Educators. Marburger died in January, a devastating 10 days after the incident that also claimed the life of sixth grader Ahmir Jolliff and left several other students and staff injured. The ceremony in Emporia, Kansas, where the memorial is located, marked an emotional homage to educators who …

RAGBRAI 2024 Announces Hilliest Route Across Iowa with Glenwood to Burlington Ride

DES MOINES, Iowa – Cyclists gearing up for the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa this summer will face a challenging and hilly 434-mile route. RAGBRAI LI, the 51st edition of the ride, will kick off on July 21 in Glenwood and conclude on July 27 in Burlington, making 8 overnight stops along the way. The 2024 route is expected to be the hilliest in RAGBRAI history, with more than 18,000 feet of elevation …

Instructors from Cornell College in Iowa Stabbed in China in ‘Horrifying Attack’

Los Angeles and Hong Kong – In a shocking incident overseas in China, four instructors from Cornell College in Iowa were stabbed while visiting a partner institution, according to university and Chinese officials. The attack took place at Beishan Park in Jilin City, China, as the instructors were sightseeing on Sunday. Fortunately, all the injured parties were promptly taken to the hospital and received the necessary medical attention. Lin Jian, a spokesperson for the foreign …

Severe Weather Strikes Iowa: Tornado Warnings, Power Outages, and Delays Plague the State

Des Moines, Iowa – The spring season in Iowa has been marked by relentless severe weather, with a new wave of storms sweeping across the state early on a Friday morning. Schools in Des Moines, such as Findley Elementary, Greenwood Elementary, Willard Elementary, and Harding Middle School, have announced a two-hour delay due to the severe weather conditions and power outages. Additionally, Johnston schools are also under a two-hour delay. The impact of the storms …

Tornado Terror: Greenfield, Iowa Devastated with 100+ Homes Destroyed

Greenfield, Iowa – The aftermath of a devastating tornado that tore through Greenfield, Iowa, leaving over 100 homes destroyed in just 60 seconds is a stark reminder of nature’s destructive power. The debris-strewn path of destruction serves as a haunting testament to the ferocity of the twister, which claimed the lives of four individuals and injured dozens in the community of 2,000 residents. The sight of heavy equipment clearing the rubble and wreckage is accompanied …

Medicare Fraud Exposed: Iowa Nurse Allegedly Scammed $1 Million in Medical Equipment Kickback Scheme

Des Moines, Iowa – A state-licensed advanced registered nurse practitioner from Des Moines is facing accusations of defrauding Medicare by prescribing unnecessary medical devices in exchange for kickbacks. The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a civil lawsuit against Ashley Brown, alleging that she prescribed “unreasonable and medically unnecessary” durable medical equipment for 660 Medicare beneficiaries, resulting in a loss of over $1 million for the program. According to the Justice Department, the prescriptions were …

Chris Christie Drops Out of Presidential Race, But Iowa Republican Party Will Still Tabulate Votes in Caucuses

DES MOINES, Iowa – Despite dropping out of the presidential race, Chris Christie still has the opportunity to receive votes in the Iowa Republican Party caucuses. This opens up the possibility for his supporters to make their voices heard and have their votes counted. The decision by the Iowa Republican Party to tabulate votes for Christie, even after he has exited the race, showcases the state’s commitment to ensuring that every vote is acknowledged and …