From the KCRG-TV9 Newsroom:
The conservative Heritage Foundation’s most recent education freedom report card was released Thursday. It ranks Iowa as the 9th best state when it comes to overall education freedom. That’s the largest jump of any state. Governor Reynolds credits that to “common sense, conservative principles” like the state’s school choice program.
The man accused of shooting and killing a grocery store worker in an unproved attack was arrested last Labor Day for causing a disturbance at a camp site. Court records show Nathan Russell in Galena, Illinois after “swearing and throwing obscene gestures at other campers”. One camper says he feared for his safety and that of his wife and children. Police say Russell had a 9 inch knife and an unspecified amount of meth. Police are linking Russell to the shooting death of Fareway grocery store employee Aaron McAtee in a “random act of violence” as McAtee was working on the store’s loading dock early Tuesday morning
A group of about 40 students at the University of Iowa hosted a walk-out in support of Palestinians yesterday. The protestors marched into President Barbara Wilson’s office in Jessup Hall, delivering an open letter demanding she and other University faculty release a statement in solidarity with Palestine.
Cedar Rapids’ Gardner Golf Course will close for the season at the end of play Sunday. Ellis and Twin Pines Golf Courses will remain open as the weather allows.
‘Think Iowa City’ is calling for local artists to design Herky statues. It’s part of a tradition started in 2004 through ‘Think Iowa City’ and the University of Iowa. Herky on Parade showcases several Herky statues, uniquely designed and placed at various businesses and buildings around Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty. This year they are adding Solon and Tiffin locations. While the statues won’t be out until the Spring of 2024, local artists have until December 1 to apply and submit their designs for one of 75 Herky sculptures.
