Cedar Valley News

News stories of Cedar Valley interest published by area media outlets.

  1. Cedar Falls native succumbs to 12-year-old brain injury 8 Feb 2010, 6:25 pm
    CLEAR LAKE - Eric Hines squeezed lots of life into a too-short lifetime.
  2. Crews working all day to keep roads clear 8 Feb 2010, 6:00 pm
    WATERLOO - Crews were able to keep many roads wet in the metro, said Doug Lickteig, supervisor with the Iowa Department of Transportation highway maintenance garage in Waterloo.
  3. State hacks away at computer security breaches 8 Feb 2010, 6:00 pm
    DES MOINES - A recent breach in the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission's database that compromised personal data of casino employees is raising questions about how safe data is in state computer systems.
  4. Filmmakers face theft charges over tax credits 8 Feb 2010, 5:25 pm
    DES MOINES - Three people and three film companies have been charged in connection with Iowa's problem-plagued film tax credit program under allegations that more than $1.85 million in tax credits were obtained fraudulently for the movie "The Scienti. […]
  5. Oelwein delays school closure, staff cuts meeting 8 Feb 2010, 5:10 pm
    OELWEIN - Inclement winter weather postponed a public meeting regarding the closure of an Oelwein school.
  6. Council Time Change 8 Feb 2010, 5:05 pm
    INDEPENDENCE — The Independence City Council will hold its next regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday Feb. 8 at City Hall. Another change this year will be to include the Public Forum as a part of the regular meeting and will thus be televised.
  7. Jury selection set to begin Wednesday for man accused of shooting Thomas 8 Feb 2010, 5:05 pm
        IOWA CITY (AP) — The murder trial of a former football player accused of killing his high school coach is expected to test the resources of two small Iowa towns.
  8. RAGBRAI will bring in the cash, but location key for businesses 8 Feb 2010, 4:00 pm
    WATERLOO - As University of Northern Iowa researchers interviewed hundreds of RAGBRAI participants two years ago, they were surprised to find a common thread.
  9. Denver library to hold Senior Tech on Feb. 16 8 Feb 2010, 3:03 pm
    The Denver Public Library and Hawkeye Community College Senior Tech program will hold an informational meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 16 from 5:30 to 6 p.m. Those interested in finding out more about the classes are encouraged to attend. A representative w. […]
  10. Supper club to be site of new Brick City South 8 Feb 2010, 3:03 pm
    OELWEIN – Rumblings that the former Sportsmen Restaurant has been sold can now be confirmed. New owner Jeff Alber reported the papers were signed last Thursday and he’s ready to make the “official” announcement. He joked in a telephone interv. […]
  11. Man on a mission to spread Constitution 8 Feb 2010, 3:00 pm
    WATERLOO - The men and events depicted in the border illustrations are meant to be every bit as inspiring as the words themselves.
  12. Chain reaction crash involves squad car 8 Feb 2010, 2:30 pm
    WATERLOO --- A series of collisions earlier today on U.S. Highway 20 damaged multiple vehicles - including a deputy's patrol car - and slowed traffic for a couple of hours, according to the Iowa State Patrol. Weather is thought to have been a factor,. […]
  13. Brandon Man Faces Gun Charge 8 Feb 2010, 2:05 pm
    Todd Clark, 45, from Brandon,  has been charged with one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition as an armed career criminal.
  14. Ice Fisheree 8 Feb 2010, 2:05 pm
    The Benton County Conservation Board hosted its first ice fisheree Saturday at Rodgers Park. Fishermen young and old and of all skill levels took to the lake. Experienced fisherman Bill Anderson (left) said he could see fish on his fish finder, they. […]
  15. Panthers move up to No. 19 in AP poll 8 Feb 2010, 1:30 pm
    The Mountain West Conference is doing some serious climbing.
  16. Racist graffiti found on C.F. welcome sign 8 Feb 2010, 12:35 pm
    CEDAR FALLS - An unwelcome addition to a highway sign marking an entrance to Cedar Falls will be removed this week.
  17. Snow, wind translates into dangerous driving conditions 8 Feb 2010, 12:20 pm
    DES MOINES - Once again the state of Iowa is being covered with nearly a foot of fresh snow. Though the large, fluffy flakes are picturesque, they wreak havoc on Iowa roadways when followed by high winds, as predicted for Tuesday, according to the Io. […]
  18. District hears financing options for building plans 8 Feb 2010, 12:00 pm
    WATERLOO - A financial adviser on Friday laid out three options for Waterloo Community Schools to continue its building and remodeling plans.
  19. Yard birds: Animal activists, chicken owners square off 8 Feb 2010, 12:00 pm
    CEDAR FALLS - Backyard chicken flocks are a bad idea, according to a coalition of animal sanctuaries.
  20. Brandon man faces federal gun charge 8 Feb 2010, 11:45 am
    BRANDON - A Brandon man faces up to life in prison after he was charged with being an armed career criminal in possession of a gun.
  21. Hospital recognizes nurse for half-century of service 8 Feb 2010, 11:02 am
    OELWEIN – Ruth had visions of becoming an English teacher. Then a classroom visit from Sisters of Mercy nuns made her realize she was headed for a career in a starched white nurse’s cap and dress.
  22. NICC looking at cutting programs 8 Feb 2010, 11:02 am
    CALMAR - In his fiscal year 2011 budget recommendations, Iowa Gov. Chet Culver recently proposed that community colleges be funded at $148 million or approximately $20 million less than last year´s total funding with federal stimulus dollars.
  23. City of Oelwein,firefighters reach tentative labor contract 8 Feb 2010, 10:44 am
    OELWEIN – The city of Oelwein and Firefighters Local 1663 have reached a tentative settlement on a new three-year labor contract.
  24. County attorney seeks help with expenses 8 Feb 2010, 10:41 am
    WEST UNION – More faxes, more paper, more ink and more expense to the county is the result of a mandate handed down by Iowa’s Chief Justice to the county clerk’s office according to Fayette County Attorney W. Wayne Saur in a letter he sent to t. […]
  25. New clinic has ribbon-cutting ceremony 8 Feb 2010, 10:41 am
       A ribbon cutting ceremony and open house were held at Oelwein Family Medicine, 124 First Ave. SE, on Thursday, Feb. 4. The official dedication of the medical facility included tours, refreshments and door prizes. Allen Hospital dignitaries, loca. […]
  26. Westerberg new OSD superintendent 8 Feb 2010, 10:41 am
    OELWEIN – And then there was one … The Oelwein Community Schools Board of Directors has selected Steve Westerberg, principal at Denison High School, to become the new superintendent for the Oelwein School District.
  27. W-SR Mathletes place second 8 Feb 2010, 10:19 am
    The Waverly - Shell Rock mathletes competed at Iowa Falls -Alden on Jan. 16. They placed second overall and several brought home individual certificates for placing in the top three in their events. Pictured are bottom to top: Aaron Forest, Aleasha B. […]
  28. Harlan closing open forum tonight in highschool library 8 Feb 2010, 10:19 am
    OELWEIN – The regular meeting of the Oelwein Community School Board of Directors will convene at 7 p.m. in the high school library. The meeting is moved to the library location due to the open forum planned for district residents to speak on the Ha. […]
  29. Council to discuss family drug court 8 Feb 2010, 10:06 am
    OELWEIN – The Oelwein City Council will meet in regular session tonight at City Hall. The meeting begins at 7 p.m., which is precluded by a budget work session that starts at 5:30.
  30. What’s all this budget fuss? 8 Feb 2010, 10:00 am
        SHELLSBURG — It seems like every place we go these days, there are questions about budgets. The national budget, the county budget, the state budget ... even our personal budgets are all on people’s minds.
  31. Hazleton Area Grants Available 8 Feb 2010, 9:04 am
    HAZLETON — The Hazleton Housing Corporation will take applications for grants from non-profit agencies in Hazleton, the immediate rural area and the Oelwein School District.
  32. Business Development Brewing 8 Feb 2010, 8:11 am
    INDEPENDENCE – Em & Jerri’s had a lot of well wishers and supporters visit during their week-long grand opening.
  33. Man hurt in ATV accident 8 Feb 2010, 8:10 am
    ARLINGTON - On Saturday at about 5:10 p.m., the Fayette County Sheriff's Office responded to an ATV accident on Echo Valley Road approximately three-quarters of a mile southwest of Golden Road.
  34. Iowa man presumed dead in Mississippi River 8 Feb 2010, 7:40 am
    FORT MADISON (AP) - Authorities say a man is presumed dead after falling through the ice on the Mississippi River at Fort Madison.
  35. Big storm on way; Becker trial postponed 8 Feb 2010, 7:15 am
    WATERLOO - Here we go again.
  36. Super Bowl ads: Betty White, Bud Light, big laughs 8 Feb 2010, 4:40 am
    NEW YORK (AP) - Betty White plays football, babies talk about "milkaholics" and a house made of Bud Light cans falls slowly apart.
  37. Good Morning Cedar Valley -- snow likely today 8 Feb 2010, 4:00 am
    Good Morning Cedar Valley!It's Monday, Feb. 8, 2010.
  38. Shoe-in: Cedar Falls store fueled by couple’s passion for running 8 Feb 2010, 12:45 am
    CEDAR FALLS - Walk into Sarah and Scott Gall's store on the Parkade, and they will introduce you to two old friends: your feet.
  39. Storm to intensify through Tuesday 7 Feb 2010, 9:30 pm
    DES MOINES --- According to the National Weather Service, heavy snowfall is expected through Tuesday.
  40. COLUMN: Temporary jobs often can become permanent 7 Feb 2010, 9:00 pm
    Temporary employment is filling a key niche during the current spike in joblessness.
  41. More flood buyouts before C.F. Council 7 Feb 2010, 8:00 pm
    CEDAR FALLS - Flood buyouts continue to fill City Council agendas as northern Cedar Falls continues to change after the 2008 flood.
  42. Much work ahead on Waterloo budget 7 Feb 2010, 6:45 pm
    WATERLOO - Mayor Buck Clark gave City Council members an early glimpse this week of the challenges facing next year's city budget.
  43. Waterloo commercial projects seek tax breaks 7 Feb 2010, 6:00 pm
    WATERLOO - The City Council is expected Monday to consider development agreements granting tax breaks for projects at both ends of Waterloo.
  44. UPDATE: Weather delays Mark Becker trial 7 Feb 2010, 4:00 pm
    SHELL ROCK -- Judge Stephen Carroll has delayed the start of jury selection in the Mark Becker murder trial due to an impending snowstorm.
  45. Heart Felt Art 7 Feb 2010, 3:00 pm
    WATERLOO - Move over cards, flowers and candy. Traditional Valentine's Day gifts can't compete with top hats, and puppets - especially if they're made by hand.
  46. Additional Kittrell work coming before school board 7 Feb 2010, 2:00 pm
    WATERLOO - Change orders totaling $47,487 for construction of Kittrell Elementary School will come before the Board of Education on Monday.
  47. Farmers educate Iowans about agriculture 7 Feb 2010, 6:15 am
    FLOYD - Clotel Sanders thought it took six weeks or possibly three months to raise a market hog - birth to 270 pounds or so.
  48. Lawmakers press for back pay for Guard members 6 Feb 2010, 6:35 am
    DES MOINES -- Approximately 750 Iowa National Guard members still owed benefits for a tour of Iraq that ended in 2007 have been deployed again, according to Iowa congressmen who are pressing the Defense Department to accelerate their back pay.
  49. Marion outlasts Vikings 5 Feb 2010, 9:39 pm
    VINTON -- Zach Heineman scored 19 points for the Vinton-Shellsburg boys' basketball team in a 63-53 WaMaC Conference West Division loss to Marion Friday at Garrison Fieldhouse.
  50. Go Fly A Kite 5 Feb 2010, 5:05 pm
    Jennifer Webster, Buchanan County Conservation Naturalist, held a workshop at the Independence Public Library for kids of ages 10 and up called "Go Fly a Kite!"  Each person made a kite out of recycled materials and then went outside to fly it.  Ne. […]
  51. Wolf Creek Players first production underway 5 Feb 2010, 5:05 pm
        DYSART — The play “The Curious Savage” a comedy by John Patrick has been selected as the inaugural show of the Wolf Creek Players Community Theatre and rehearsals are well underway.
  52. Denver celebrates 100th day, names Character Counts winners 5 Feb 2010, 5:05 pm
    Madison, Emma, Mackenzie and Isaiah pretend that they are 100 years old on the 100th day of classes at Denver Elementary. Courtesy Photo
  53. Library offers wireless, new computers 5 Feb 2010, 2:06 pm
    Where can you go to find quick access to the web or print a resume or photo? Where can you connect to wireless internet, send a fax, or make a copy? Where can you take your child to read, play, listen to a story, or make a fun craft? And where can yo. […]
  54. Food Pantry for Birds 5 Feb 2010, 2:06 pm
    Students in Ms. Spece's class at West Elementary covered bagles with peanut butter and birdseed to make a Food Pantry for Birds. The treats were hung outside their classroom where this group of boys checked for any activity. They reported there where. […]
  55. Local credit union considering merger 5 Feb 2010, 2:06 pm
        VINTON — Best of Iowa Community Credit Union could soon become bigger and better for its members if a proposed merger is approved.
  56. Iowa House Democrats introduce labor bills 5 Feb 2010, 10:25 am
    DES MOINES (AP) - Two major labor proposals that have had volatile political histories were re-introduced Thursday by House Democrats, who say the bills have more momentum in this session than in years past.
  57. Waverly Police Department offers safe Super Bowl tips 5 Feb 2010, 10:18 am
    The Waverly Police Dept. announced today that they are teaming up with the National Football League (NFL), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and other State and local highway safety and law enforcement officials to remind ev. […]
  58. Students Receive An Electrifying Experience 5 Feb 2010, 10:03 am
    INDEPENDENCE – Elementary students learned about generating and conserving electricity at assemblies held in all three elementary buildings. WPPI Energy and Independence Light & Power, Telecommunication sponsored "Mission: It’s Possible" performe. […]
  59. St. Mary to partake in Souper Bowl 5 Feb 2010, 10:03 am
    More than 20 years ago, the Souper Bowl of Caring began with a simple prayer from a single youth group: "Lord, as we enjoy the Super Bowl football game, help us to be mindful of those without even a bowl of soup to eat."
  60. Cresco-area farmer pays manure-release penalty 5 Feb 2010, 4:55 am
    CRESCO --- A major Cresco-area hog, cattle and dairy farmer has paid a $60,000 civil penalty for manure release and water pollution violations.

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