Pinnacle Specialty Care received 3-star CMS rating in Black Hawk County for Q1
In the first quarter of 2026, Pinnacle Specialty Care, one of four for-profit nursing homes in Black Hawk County, Iowa, received an overall 3-star rating from CMS.
Hinson cosponsors bill to extend Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program for five years
Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has cosponsored bipartisan legislation aiming to extend support for rural community hospitals through a key federal demonstration program. The bill seeks a five-year extension benefiting facilities like Grinnell Regional Medical Center as part of ongoing efforts to…
University of Northern Iowa reduces women’s basketball budget in Iowa for 2024
In 2024, the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls allocated $1,463,286 to women’s basketball teams, exceeding the state average of $713,130 by $750,156, according to data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Hawkeye Community College provides $416,122 in athletic financial aid to students in 2024 coverage area
In 2024, Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, Iowa, awarded $416,122 in financial aid related to athletics, according to data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Ashley Hinson addresses police support and calls for reform on congressional prediction market profits
U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson used Twitter in May to express support for law enforcement during Police Week and advocate for new rules restricting congressional involvement in certain financial markets.
Iowa: University of Northern Iowa’s football budget decreases in 2024
University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls spent $3,797,203 on football teams in 2024, a slight increase over the previous year, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
Rep. Ashley Hinson proposes harsher penalties for illegal vape imports in House bill
Rep. Ashley Hinson has introduced House legislation aimed at imposing steeper penalties for the unauthorized import of electronic nicotine delivery systems.
City of Independence announces water shutdown on 4th Avenue NE for May 18
The City of Independence Utilities Department has scheduled a water shutdown on May 18 affecting parts of 4th Avenue NE. Service is expected to resume later in the day, though nearby areas could also be impacted by unforeseen circumstances.
City of Independence announces water shutdown on 3rd Avenue NE
Residents along 3rd Avenue NE will experience a temporary water shutdown today due to utility work. The City of Independence expects service to resume later in the day but warns nearby areas could also be affected.
Black Hawk County saw lowest price for regular gas at $3.78 in week ending May 9
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Black Hawk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 9, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.
Ashley Hinson highlights meetings with veterans and police during busy week
U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson shared details on May 14 about welcoming home Dubuque Honor Flight veterans and meeting with both law enforcement and National Guard representatives.
Which former Waterloo Metro area high school athletes will be active on Saturday, May 2?
These former Waterloo Metro area high school athletes are set to compete on Saturday, May 2.