DNR urges Iowa campers to explore parks with prizes
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources invites residents to visit all 53 state parks recreation areas and forests through a themed camping incentive program. Camp five parks for a free Iowa Conservationist subscription. seven parks adds a park T-shirt. ten parks adds a chance at free camping a Trek bike or a $100 Cabala’s gift card.
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Centerville teacher charged with 15 counts of sexual abuse
Higbee Timmy Wray, 49, a Centerville teacher, was arrested on 15 counts of second degree sexual abuse after a report by a child under 12. He has been on paid administrative leave since the investigation began April 10. bond set at 487,500 dollars.
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Man Burned While Burning Trash Near Columbus Junction
A 74 year old man, Dale Copeland, suffered second and third degree burns while burning household trash at his home northeast of Columbus Junction. He was airlifted from a landing zone to University Hospitals with burns to his right arm and side. Columbus Junction lies about 35 miles southeast of Iowa City.
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Lottery results summary for April 20 weekend draws
Sunday Iowa Illinois Pick 3 results 48 3. Illinois Pick 3 Evening 48 3. Illinois Pick 4 Evening 2 18 4. Saturday Powerball numbers 10 18 40 46 48 Powerball 30 from a $44.2 million jackpot with Power Play 5. No winner. Wednesday jackpot 51 million. Saturday Hot Lotto 10 17 27 32 35 Hot Ball 8.
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Iowa 511 Service Publishes Road Work and Maintenance Info
Iowa's 511 service provides road work and maintenance details via the new website and 511 number. The system, launched in 2002, offers weather related road conditions through Iowa's voice recognition travel information system and alerts for planned traffic interruptions.
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Lightning strikes pole cause Belle Plaine outage during Easter services
A rural power pole was struck by lightning causing a three hour outage in Belle Plaine. Nearly 2000 customers, including Casey's store, lost power as Alliant Energy worked to restore electricity by late morning. Worshippers held Easter services by candlelight until power was restored.
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Buchanan County hosts sought to revive campground program
Buchanan County Conservation Department plans to restart its campground host program modeled after Linn and Black Hawk counties. Hosts camp free for up to two weeks, greet campers, answer questions, sell firewood, and maintain restrooms while deputies or park rangers handle law enforcement. Contact Don Cohen at 319 636 2617 to participate.
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Bettendorf settles public road dispute over easement
Bettendorf pays 100000 to resolve a dispute over a public access road partly on private property. AutoZone received 60000, Burger King 30000, and Taco Bell 10000 in the settlements after a judge ruled in AutoZone’s favor. City Administrator Decker Ploehn described the issue and the public crossing implications. Ray Pohlman of AutoZone called the outcome positive for all parties.
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