CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been detected in a dairy herd in O’Brien County. This is the first reported case of HPAI within a dairy herd in Iowa. HPAI can travel in wild birds, but is often fatal to domestic birds such as chickens and turkeys. Less than a month ago the USDA announced bird flu had been found among dairy cows in several states. Now, they are tightening the restrictions on taking those livestock over state lines. Investigators are trying to determine how the virus was introduced into the flocks and herd. So far the USDA has confirmed cases in South Dakota, Texas, Ohio, North Carolina, Michigan, Kansas, Idaho, Colorado, and now Iowa.
ROBINS, Iowa (KCRG) – Wednesday afternoon, an active police presence was spotted at a residence north of Robins. Crews responded to the 3600 block of E. Otter Road for an emergency call. Details are sparse, but TV9 crews reported multiple ambulances and police on the scene. Officials have confirmed that 3 individuals are reportedly deceased. Another has reportedly been airlifted from the scene in critical condition.
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KCRG) – The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) has announced that the winner of the ‘Coolest Thing Made in Iowa’ award has gone to a manufacturing company in Pella. Vermeer Corporation was named the winner for the ZR5-1200 self-propelled baler, which reduces the steps it takes to make a bale and “maximizes productivity through the zero-turn capabilities.” “My grandfather was a farmer. He founded Vermeer on a spirit of innovation by simply searching for a better way to do hard work. Receiving this award is incredibly special as it indicates his legacy continues on,” said Mindi Vanden Bosch, Vermeer Vice President of Operations. “I am proud of the cool equipment we build and even more proud of the team who designs, builds, and supports it. I’m also proud to have been nominated alongside an incredible lineup of cool things made in Iowa. Thanks to ABI for bringing awareness to everything made in our great state.” Officials say the award hopes to draw attention to Iowa’s manufacturing industry and to the careers available throughout the state. “The Coolest Thing Made in Iowa showcases the best of Iowa manufacturing,” said Mike Ralston, ABI President. “Congratulations to all of this year’s finalists and especially to the entire team at Vermeer.” The announcement was made at Iowa ABI’s annual “Taking Care of Business” conference in Davenport.
DUBUQUE, Iowa (KCRG) – A 34-year-old man has been charged relating to an ‘Internet Crimes Against Children’ investigation. On May 30, 2024, investigators executed a search warrant in the 1400 block of Washington St. During the search warrant a cell phone was seized. The subject of the search warrant admitted to police to possessing and receiving child pornography from a person named Justin James Paisley. Officials located on the cell phone multiple images of Paisley engaging in a sex act with a minor. Paisley was charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Minor – Cause to Engage in Act and Purchase/Possess Depiction of Minor in Sex Act – 1st Offense.
