The Iowa primary election is set for Tuesday, June 2. WVIK compiled a list of races statewide and locally that Iowans will see on their ballots.
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By winning a Triple Threat Award at the May 28 Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards, Wrigley Mancha becomes the fourth Davenport Central student to qualify for national honors in New York City.
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In this episode of Wellness Wake Up Call, we explore the differences between cow's milk allergy and lactose intolerance. Learn how milk allergies affect the immune system, where hidden milk proteins can be found, and why understanding your body's response to dairy is important for making informed dietary choices.
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Randy Feenstra, Republican candidate for Iowa Governor and 4th District US Congressman, talks about key issues including tax reform, health care, education, economic growth, agriculture, keeping young people in the state, carbon pipelines, immigration, and China relations. He also discusses his reasons for running, background and experience, top three priorities, most significant endorsements, and closing statement on why he deserves your vote.
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This episode features Annika O'melia of The Rock Island Line, Her Voice Media Founder Jasmine Babers-Gunn, and Rock Island teen Kyla Nephew for an inspiring conversation about storytelling, civic engagement, and speaking up to create change in your community.
News From Illinois
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Defense demands DOJ pay attorneys’ fees, claiming ‘wide-ranging misconduct’ by prosecutors
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Many State Farm agents said they feel angry and betrayed by the Bloomington-based company.
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The call from Illinois’ Democratic senators comes nearly two weeks after the case against a group of Operation Midway Blitz protesters collapsed amid claims of misconduct by U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros’ office. It’s significant given the senators’ traditional role in selecting Chicago’s top federal prosecutor.
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Seth Goodman said he can't keep organizing the hot air balloons that are the cornerstone of Lincoln's signature event. Goodman told WGLT he can't keep covering the $30,000 to $40,000 a year it takes to operate and insure the balloon flights.
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At the first reading of a proposed data zoning ordinance, residents of Palo and nearby communities raised concerns over the negative impacts future data centers could have on water and traffic, as well as light and noise pollution. Many people asked for the city to tighten regulations, while several others asked the city to table the ordinance completely.
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Ian Roberts admitted that he falsely claimed citizenship when he was hired by Des Moines Public Schools. He faces deportation to his native Guyana after he serves his sentence.
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Mason City will host mountain biking novices, thrill-seekers and spectators at its first Prairie Rock Trails Bike Fest this weekend. The three-day event begins with a ribbon cutting for a new destination bike park.
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A state-of-the-art facility opening in Council Bluffs in June is expected to help boost services and inpatient psychiatric care beds in a more peaceful setting.
Harvest Public Media
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Some rivers are success stories where wildlife is bouncing back from heavy pollution. But environmental groups say progress hasn’t happened across the board and backsliding remains possible.
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The "farmer-led movement" aims to shape the agricultural landscape by strengthening soils and building community.
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Ticks are emerging earlier and staying active for longer. Experts in the central U.S. advise people to take precautions when spending time outside in wooded or grassy areas.
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An invasive worm is destroying forest floors and gardens across the country. Once jumping worms get into the soil, they're nearly impossible to get rid of — so experts say curbing their spread is the best tool against them.
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