ISU forms VEISHEA task force to chart future
Iowa State University President Steven Leath named a 20 member task force including Tom Hill Pamela Anthony Hillary Kletscher and Ames leaders to study VEISHEA past present and future. The panel will report recommendations by June while Leath reviews them with city and campus officials before deciding on canceling or restoring VEISHEA after this year’s riot injuries.
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Escapee Bevard pinned under porch ends 24 hour manhunt
Kenny Bevard, 37, refused to surrender after a city wide manhunt in northern Warren County. A police dog flushed him from under a porch as authorities gathered. Bevard faces escape and likely second degree theft charges for stealing a car after escaping. Casey Joe Risius, 41, Des Moines, was arrested for aiding an escapee.
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Cedar Rapids weighs future for site after casino setback
Cedar Rapids leaders delay Plan A casino project, exploring a new development plan for the riverfront site between A Avenue NW and Second Avenue SW. They seek a redevelopment that anchors Kingston Village and spurs further investment, with no rush to sell the prime property.
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Executor urged to find new role amid pets rich legacy
A friend asks to serve as estate executor, but after a partner’s death the will leaves nearly half a million to animal shelters. The writer admits judgment but fears maintaining friendship if demanding a change. Abby advises choosing an executor aligned with the donor’s animal‑care goals.
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River Levels Update for Eastern Iowa Towns and Cities
Eastern Iowa river and Cedar River readings show multiple locations at various depths with trends falling. Towns listed include Marshalltown Belle Plaine Marengo Iowa City Lone Tree Columbus Jet Wapello Waterloo Cedar Rapids Conesville Independence Anamosa Coralville pool above 680.02 Mississippi River sites at La Crosse Lansing McGregor Guttenberg Dubuque Bellevue Quad Cities Muscatine.
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Lottery results for Iowa Illinois drawings and Mega Millions
Friday results show Pick 3 and Pick 4 numbers for midday and evening, All or Nothing sets, Illinois Lucky Day Lotto numbers with extra shot jackpot, and Mega Millions with a $38 million jackpot. No winners announced.
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