STUART, Iowa (KCRG) – A building in Stuart, Iowa, with a notorious past is being revitalized by local couple Wes and Abbey Duncan, who are promising a much brighter future for the site once targeted by Bonnie and Clyde. Nearly a century ago, the infamous duo made a stolen withdrawal inside the building, which was once an old bank. The Duncans own Duncan Construction and are saving the building from demolition after the previous owners decided not to move forward with their plans. Since 1882, the building has stood on the corner of Northwest Second Street in Stuart, the main street in town, and has been a tourist destination for decades. It has served various purposes, including a bank and a law office. For the town’s residents, what happens inside does not matter. The Duncans are renovating the building but are not planning to open a business inside it. They hope someone else will take over and establish a business inside. The Duncans say the space upstairs could serve as an Airbnb or an apartment for the owner downstairs. They plan to incorporate the history of Bonnie and Clyde’s visit into the building’s decor, with a mural on an outside wall and the use of old checks to decorate the inside. The project is sponsored in part by the Iowa Economic Development Authority and the city of Stuart. The windows and brick had to be approved by the city to match the historical look of Stuart’s main street. The building’s exterior will be reconstructed to resemble its appearance in 1934, when the Barrow gang visited.
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) – A 22-year-old Iowa City man has been arrested after reports of a shooting in Iowa City Friday around 1:30 p.m. Iowa City police were called to the 900 block of East Burlington Street Friday after people reported hearing gunshots. Reports indicated someone had possibly been shot in the chest. Officers found evidence that a gun had been shot when they arrived on scene. An investigation found no one had been hit by the gunshot. Police announced Saturday morning 22-year-old Xzavier Herman of Iowa City was arrested in connection with the shooting, charged with a half-dozen offenses, including Felon in Possession of a Firearm – Second Offense and Going Armed with Intent.
ELY, Iowa (KCRG) – A single-car crash occurred on Saturday afternoon, November 8, along rural Highway 30. Shortly after 1 p.m., Linn County Deputies, Linn County Rescue, Ely Fire, and Area Ambulance responded to a call regarding a car accident on Highway 30 near Honey Grove Road. Upon arrival at the scene, first responders found a white 2017 BMW X5 with significant damage on the front end. Investigation into the accident revealed the driver lost control and hit a guard rail. The driver of the BMW was taken to Mercy Hospital with what are believed to be non-life threatening injuries. The driver was cited for failure to maintain control and driving with a suspended license.
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) – Legendary rock band Journey is bringing its farewell tour to Des Moines in the spring. The iconic band will perform at Casey’s Center on April 8 as part of their “Final Frontier Tour.” The tour announcement marks Journey’s farewell after decades of touring. Fans can expect classic hits including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Any Way You Want It,” “Faithfully,” and “Lights.” Tickets go on sale for the event November 14 at 10:00 a.m. online.
