Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of October.
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🎭 Culture
WHO Radio, known for its friendly morning shows like 'Van & Bonnie,' now faces pushback after host Gregg Henson made offensive remarks that marked a shift toward provocation.
Local voices and advertisers question whether this change will undermine the station’s trusted local appeal (central to its history).
🌲 Environment
Two trees at Gray's Lake were damaged by beaver activity after minor chewing was noted in the summer + the Parks Department trapped and relocated the animals on Sept.
17 and Sept. 25 while chicken wire was added to protect nearby cottonwoods.
🏛️ Government
The newly formed University Relocation LLC — from Illinois — loaned GOP candidate Derek Wulf $540,000 in July after he joined the gubernatorial race, and he used the funds to pay off debts as campaign finance experts said more details are needed to know if the loan meets state law.
On Oct. 11, Rep. Ro Khanna spoke at a Fish Fry fundraiser at state Rep. Sean Bagniewski's home in Des Moines, endorsing Senate candidate Josh Turek and urging a bipartisan effort for transparency regarding the Epstein files.
He called for bold change ahead of November elections.
Iowa flags are flying at half-staff this week to honor Council Bluffs firefighter and paramedic Charles 'Chuck' Jones, who died last Thursday after a house fire response — he served 19 years in the department.
🏈 Sports
Bill Fennelly, Iowa State's longtime women's basketball coach, will retire after the 2026-27 season, and a photo exhibit highlights his 32 years of building a top program.
The retrospective captures his key moments and lasting impact on the Cyclones (a cherished legacy).
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