First snow of the season brings winter warnings to Eastern Iowa
Eastern Iowa towns brace for snow with 6 to 9 inches expected and winds of 15 to 20 mph. The National Weather Service issues a winter storm warning for 18 counties including Linn and Johnson. Britley Ritz of KCRG predicts a mix of flurries, slick roads, and possible white out conditions overnight.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Cedar Rapids considers topsoil rule to boost compost use
Cedar Rapids officials explore an ordinance requiring a deep topsoil layer on new developments. The measure aims to improve lawn health and rainwater absorption while increasing demand for the city’s 28 acre compost operation at Mount Trashmore, near the Cedar River.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Mount Trashmore
Cedar River
Stormwater Commission
Linn County Solid Waste Agency
Public TV canvass targets Iowa towns for donations
Iowa Public Television launches a door to door fundraising drive aiming to raise up to 850000 over two years. Canvassers visit Coralville Ames Ankeny and Marshalltown using tablets and report strong viewer engagement. IPTV draws over two million monthly viewers including 260000 children. funding shift follows flat federal appropriations and HBO and Downton Abbey changes.
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Susan Moritz
Iowa Public Television Foundation
PBS
Netflix
Amazon
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