Hawkeye Reporter

Beginning at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18, Peterson Contractors Inc. will be closing Marion Boulevard at 2nd Street to install girders for the new pedestrian bridge that spans the roadway.

Fort Dodge transitioned through the difficulties brought about by COVID-19

As downtown Fort Dodge transitioned through the difficulties brought about by COVID-19

Friday Uncorked on Nov 26

Friday Uncorked

Copper Pipe Pinhole Leak Investigation

The City of Webster City has been investigating copper pinhole leaks that residents and property owners have been experiencing.

86 people die in Iowa with COVID-19 listed as the underlying cause in week ending September 25

By Hawkeye Reporter | Nov 20, 2021

There were 86 deaths with COVID-19 listed as the underlying cause reported in Iowa during the week ending September 25, a 2.3 percent decrease from the previous week.

2 teens face murder charge in death of Fairfield High School teacher

By Bob Martin | Nov 20, 2021

Two Fairfield High School students accused of killing a Spanish teacher and hiding the body have been formally charged, according to a Nov. 12 report by the Associated Press.

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Experts warn: Overreliance on renewable energy could put US 'at the mercy of China'

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 19, 2021

As the Biden administration steers the country toward relying more on solar power, experts warn that an increased dependence on renewable energy will make the U.S. more reliant on China.

Iowa ranks 32nd in total widow and parent beneficiaries in 2020

There were 38,907 OASDI widow and parent beneficiaries in Iowa in 2020, ranking it 32nd in the United States, according to the Social Security Administration.

97 people die in Iowa with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause in week ending September 25

There were 97 deaths with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause reported in Iowa during the week ending September 25, a 3.2 percent increase over the previous week.

Iowa Tax Foundation official: federal court ruling upholding on ARPA 'good news for traditional federalism'

By T.H. Lawrence | Nov 19, 2021

A federal court ruling that overturns a provision of the American Rescue Plan Act prohibiting states from cutting taxes is entirely appropriate, according to an Iowans for Tax Relief official.

2627 Dean Ave., Des Moines purchased by Holt Sales & Service LLC

On Nov. 19, Holt Sales & Service LLC purchased a two bedroom, one bathroom home at 2627 Dean Ave., Des Moines from Guidner Properties LLC for $140,000.

Iowa puppy mill operator faces $60K in fines for mistreatment of dogs

By Bob Martin | Nov 19, 2021

An Iowa dog breeder has had his license revoked and is facing $60,000 in fines for his treatment of about 500 dogs at a puppy mill, according to a report by The Gazette.

Lewellyn Rentals LLC acquires 2816 Sharon Court, W. Des Moines

On Nov. 19, Haviland Rentals LC sold their home at 2816 Sharon Court, W. Des Moines to Lewellyn Rentals LLC for $140,000.

'Very heartwarming': Iowa Blue Star Mothers sending 200 care packages to soldiers

By Bob Martin | Nov 18, 2021

The Iowa chapter of Blue Star Mothers of America has assembled more than 200 care packages for Iowa soldiers in active duty, which is a record for the organization that creates the packages each year, according to We Are Iowa

147 people die in Iowa from heart disease in week ending September 25

There were 147 deaths with heart disease listed as the underlying cause reported in Iowa during the week ending September 25, a 2 percent decrease from the previous week.

Krm Development LLC sells 16314 Goldenrod Drive, Urbandale

On Nov. 18, Idrissa and Aisseta Dera purchased a home at 16314 Goldenrod Drive, Urbandale from Krm Development LLC for $425,820.

Joel N. and Mireille C. McKenna unload 2105 N.W. 24th St., Ankeny

The home at 2105 N.W. 24th St., Ankeny was sold on Nov. 18 by Joel N. and Mireille C. McKenna for $389,000. The buyers were Lance and Sunnie Palmitier.

D R Horton Iowa LLC acquire 3903 N.W. 11th Court, Ankeny

On Nov. 18, D R Horton Iowa LLC sold their home at 3903 N.W. 11th Court, Ankeny to Rogelio and Jessica Gonzalez for $414,990.

206 S. 91st St., W. Des Moines purchased by Kyle R. and Hilary D. Ortmann

The home at 206 S. 91st St., W. Des Moines was sold on Nov. 18 by Andrew J. and Erin K. Muth for $530,000. The buyers were Kyle R. and Hilary D. Ortmann.

2773 S.W. 21st Circle, Ankeny sold by Dra Properties LC