Floods of 2004 Hit Fayette County Roads and Homes
Heavy Monday rains caused over 1 million dollars in damage to Fayette County roads bridges and culverts with Arlington reporting 6.35 inches of rain in a four hour period. Mayor Brian Schoenjahn cited widespread basement flooding and sewer overflows while Supervisor Richard Jensen noted repairs undone and the need for watershed changes. Stanley and Wadena also saw major sewer backups and property water intrusion as crews assess damage and seek federal state aid to cover roughly 90 percent of repairs.
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Hemm Convicted in Eldon Murder and Arson Case
Kenny Hemm is found guilty by a Poweshiek County jury of first degree murder and second degree arson in the 2000 slaying of Larry Pippenger near Eldon. The body was found in a burning car at an abandoned house. Hemm faces a life sentence at July 30 hearing after move of venue.
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Officials identify body found on Mississippi beach near McGregor
Investigators search for ID on a body recovered Sunday along the Iowa side of Wyalusing Beach near McGregor. The State Medical Examiner's Office will perform an autopsy to establish the deceased's identity. In Muscatine, Devin Goreham, 18, received a 10 year suspended sentence for a pellet gun shooting spree. He must also serve two years' probation and pay restitution and legal costs.
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Bettendorf man dies after skylight fall during July Fourth
Bettendorf resident Jason Garrett, 24, died early Monday after falling more than 20 feet through a skylight on a Moline apartment roof while shooting fireworks at a Fourth of July party. Police say alcohol may have been involved and Garrett sustained a head injury.
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Weather rain fails to deter Pleasant Creek campers weekend
Strong winds swept Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area near Palo, yet campers largely stayed. Park manager Joan Zubrod said trails closed to bikes and horses Monday morning after rainfall, while many tents remained full. Local officials noted erosion and runoff affecting Indian Creek, with Cedar Rapids reporting no flood or sewer calls.
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Lottery results and jackpot figures from July 6
Iowa and Illinois draw results list the Cash Game numbers 1 4 8 14 24 and 100000 dollar prize. Pick 3 and Pick 4 nightly outcomes shown with Midday and Evening results. The Illinois Little Lotto and Mega Millions draws include multiple numbers and the jackpots stand at 4.5 million and 10 million dollars respectively.
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