Cedar Rapids marked the five-year anniversary today of the derecho that did tremendous damage — including ripping away some two-thirds of its tree canopy. City officials planted a Bur Oak tree in Jones Park as part of the ceremony, which City ReLeaf coordinator Carole Teator says is a sign. “It represents progress, patience, and shared […]
John Brostad, age 74, a distinguished educator, coach, mentor, and pillar of the Storm Lake community, crossed his final finish line
A flood‑scarred Sioux Rapids landmark is alive again, and the community showed up Friday to celebrate its return. About 65 people
An Iowa teacher who includes “The Odyssey” as required reading in her World Literature class says she’s excited to hear her
The words “oil crisis” bring the 1970s to mind for many of us, but a University of Iowa energy historian says
A flood‑scarred Sioux Rapids landmark is alive again, and the community showed up Friday to celebrate its return. About 65 people
