Western Iowa Tech Community College in Sioux City highlighted National Banned Books Week with displays, student voting on titles, and daily discussions on challenged books.
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- Briar Cliff University
Briar Cliff University received a $19,775 CIC NetVUE grant to fund seminars and reading groups on vocation, discernment, and its Catholic Franciscan mission.
- Briar Cliff University
Briar Cliff University hosted more than 180 high school students for its 7th Annual Future Educators Summit, showcasing teaching careers and connecting future educators.
- Briar Cliff University
Briar Cliff University secures dedicated access to CNOS Fieldhouse, expanding athletic practices, youth camps, academic use, and student operations experience.
- Governor of Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds appointed Molly Severn chief of staff as Taryn Frideres departs for a private-sector opportunity and the governor’s office staff roster is updated.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
The Iowa Transportation Commission will hold a public input meeting Oct. 13, 2026, in Marquette to hear comments on transportation programs, policies, and projects.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Traffic on U.S. 71 near U.S. 18 in Spencer is shifted to right lanes with 12-foot restrictions through Oct. 22 as crews complete median crossovers and detour work.
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Western Iowa Tech Community College has earned FAA approval for its Aviation Maintenance Technology program, allowing students to train for aircraft maintenance careers.
Gov. Kim Reynolds appointed Molly Severn chief of staff as Taryn Frideres departs for a private-sector opportunity and the governor’s office staff roster is updated.
The Iowa Transportation Commission will hold a public input meeting Oct. 13, 2026, in Marquette to hear comments on transportation programs, policies, and projects.
Traffic on U.S. 71 near U.S. 18 in Spencer is shifted to right lanes with 12-foot restrictions through Oct. 22 as crews complete median crossovers and detour work.
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Lewis Central celebrates Homecoming 2026 with themed dress-up days, a Wednesday coronation in the large gym, and a Friday night football game against Boone.
Traffic on Iowa 9 in Decorah is in a head-to-head pattern on new eastbound lanes through Sept. 2 during pavement reconstruction. Drivers are urged to use caution.
Lane closures on I-380 near Brandon, Iowa, will begin Sept. 8 for shoulder soil work and seeding, with outside and then inside lanes closed through Sept. 30.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Dallas County Road R-22/Ute Avenue bridge over I-80 will close Sept. 8 for repairs. Ramps stay open, with detours and 511 traveler information available.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Iowa 37 near Dunlap will close Sept. 1 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Union Pacific Railroad track repairs, with a marked local detour and 511 travel updates available.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
U.S. 18 in Sheldon, Iowa, will close Aug. 31–Sept. 5 for a Union Pacific rail crossing repair project, with a marked local detour and 511 travel updates available.
- Governor of Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered Iowa flags at half-staff through sunset Sept. 1, 2026, following a presidential proclamation honoring the late Dolly Parton.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Overnight road and ramp closures on I-35, I-80 and I-235 near the Southwest Mixmaster start Sept. 1 for asphalt overlay work, with detours and 511 travel updates.
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- Omaha City Council
Omaha City Council will finalize the 2027 budget, capital plan, major contracts, development projects, grants, and agreements at its August 25, 2026 meeting.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Eastbound I-80 between the Northeast Mixmaster and U.S. 65 will close overnight Aug. 16 for emergency pothole repairs, with traffic detoured until 5 a.m. Aug. 17.
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- Omaha Public Works Department
Omaha will close several streets August 8–9, 2026, for community events including the End of Summer Extravaganza, Sunday Flea Market, and Front Yard Festival.
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- Omaha Public Works Department
On Aug. 7, 2026, lane restrictions begin on Fontenelle Boulevard for one day and on Dodge Street for five days for utility work and street repair in Omaha.
- Columbus Area United Way
Columbus Area United Way’s Bridgebuilder Dinner honored leadership donors whose gifts power vital services for one in four local residents and support a $1 million goal.
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- Omaha City Council
Omaha City Council will hold Aug. 11, 2026 budget presentations and a 6:30 p.m. public hearing on the city’s 2027 budget and 2027–2032 capital plan.
- Pottawattamie County
Pottawattamie County’s July 29 blood drive exceeded its donation goal, collecting 32 units, and more community blood drives are planned with the American Red Cross.