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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Politics
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Former Marshalltown substitute teacher accused of sexually exploiting student
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa — A former substitute teacher with the Marshalltown Community School District has been accused of having 'inappropriate contact' with a student. According to the Marshalltown Police Department, the investigation into the alleged incident began on April 16 when a complaint was made against a part-time substitute teacher, identified as 63-year-old Daniel Terrones, at the Marshalltown High School. Marshalltown police said that during the investigation, it was discovered that Terrones allegedly had inappropriate contact with a student. Johnston man killed in wrong-way, head-on Highway 30 crash On Thursday, police said Terrones turned himself in and has now been charged with sexual exploitation by a school employee. Terrones was booked into the Marshall County Jail. The Marshalltown Community School District told WHO 13 that Terrones resigned from his position on May 5. The district released the following statement about his arrest: The district was recently made aware that a former employee is facing a criminal charge of Sexual Exploitation By a School Employee. This individual was employed by the Marshalltown Community School District (MCSD) until he resigned from his position effective May 5. The district followed its policies and procedures as applicable to the situation. Following his resignation, law enforcement pursued and filed criminal charges. At MCSD, the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our highest priority. We are committed to maintaining a learning environment that is respectful, secure, and supportive for all individuals. We continue to reinforce clear expectations for professional conduct at all times. We are fully cooperating with law enforcement and will continue to do so. Due to the ongoing legal proceedings and in accordance with privacy restrictions, we are unable to share further details at this time. MCSD Iowa News: Former Marshalltown substitute teacher accused of sexually exploiting student WHO 13 Farm Report: Thursday, May 29th Hawkeyes' kickoff times announced Johnston man killed in wrong-way, head-on Highway 30 crash 'Adventure Pass' is back at Iowa public libraries Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Gov. Reynolds highlights public-private partnerships at DEV25 conference
DES MOINES, Iowa — Governor Kim Reynolds spent Wednesday morning at the DEV25 Conference in Altoona, put on by the Iowa Utility Association. The conference focuses on bringing leaders in Iowa's business, community, industry, and education fields together to find innovative solutions to the state's workforce development, financing, infrastructure, and policy challenges. Gov. Reynolds took to the podium along with keynote speaker John McElligott, the world's first 'Frontier Futurist.' Madison County leaders have a vacancy to fill, how that will happen is unclear The governor spoke about the progress made using public-private partnerships. 'And just look at what we've accomplished these past few years. As you heard, we've cut personal and corporate taxes, sending a clear message across this country and around the world that Iowa is open for business. We've eliminated taxes on retirement and inheritance income. We made major investments in infrastructure, housing, broadband, childcare, and quality of life projects. And to ensure that we can continue to sustain and continue to reduce taxes, as well as maintain those key investments we've outlined, we align state government and we've done everything that we can to keep spending in check,' said Gov. Reynolds. The economic development conference was formerly known as the SMART Conference. WHO 13 Farm Report: Wednesday, May 14th Gov. Reynolds highlights public-private partnerships at DEV25 conference Buttigieg gives a strident anti-Trump message in Iowa, demands Democrats make their agenda clear Over 1,000 origami cranes to be displayed during Iowa State Fair as tribute to Japan Madison County leaders have a vacancy to fill, how that will happen is unclear Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Fertilizer byproduct leak in Fort Dodge killed thousands of fish, DNR report says
DES MOINES, Iowa — A fertilizer byproduct leak in a Fort Dodge creek in mid-April resulted in the death of thousands of fish, according to an Iowa Department of Natural Resources report. Reynolds signs classroom cell phone ban into law On April 14, CJ Bio America reported to the DNR that a fertilizer byproduct leak from their plant had entered a stormwater channel. Staff at CJ Bio America told the DNR that the leak had been contained, but a breach in the berm of the stormwater channel was later discovered, the DNR said. DNR staff on-site found that the fertilizer byproduct had entered the South Branch of Lizard Creek and observed the byproduct several miles downstream. According to a DNR fish kill report, the leak not only impacted the South Branch of Lizard Creek, but also reached Lizard Creek. The report states the fish kill spanned over 15 miles and resulted in an estimated 71,933 fish killed. The majority of the fish killed were minnows, shiners, dace, and chub, but other species like small mouth bass and suckers were impacted. To view the full report visit the DNR's website. Iowa News: Fertilizer byproduct leak in Fort Dodge killed thousands of fish, DNR report says WHO 13 Farm Report: Wednesday, April 30th Reynolds signs classroom cell phone ban into law Iowa immigrant group is alarmed by a state lawmaker's demand for confidential information Marshalltown honors one of the last soldiers killed in Vietnam Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Say goodbye to the Iowa snow
DES MOINES, Iowa — A couple of inches of new snow fell in parts of northern Iowa this Friday morning. The heaviest snow fell in Story County while more light rain fell across the rest of the state. Road Conditions This Afternoon Temperatures will be climbing close to 40 this afternoon with a nice north wind. There will be some slippery spots overnight with lows dropping below the freezing point. Refreeze will be the biggest issue on some of the untreated areas. It is going to get warmer over the weekend with highs close to 50. It will be a muddy mess by next week. The warmest day in the forecast is on Monday. It is time to spring forward on Saturday night before you go to bed. Make sure you move your clocks ahead one hour before Sunday morning because of the start of daylight saving time. WHO 13 Farm Report: Friday, March 7th Former Iowa Senate President Jack Kibbie passes away Say goodbye to the Iowa snow Olsen scores 21, Iowa forces 24 turnovers to oust sixth-seed Michigan St. in Big 10 tourney Iowa parents express concern as measles cases rise in U.S. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Yahoo
ISU student accused of sexually exploiting minors on social media
AMES, Iowa — An Iowa State University student has been accused of sexually exploiting minors on social media. DMPD shares video in deadly January 24th officer-involved shooting According to the Iowa State University Police Department, the investigation began in February when law enforcement agencies in Texas informed the ISUPD about a student communicating with minors on social media and chat applications. The conversations contained sexual messages and included details about sex acts with minors, the ISUPD said. On Monday the ISUPD arrested 43-year-old Patrick A. Connerley in connection to the case after he arrived at a location in Ames to meet with a minor, ISUPD said. Connerley has been charged with sexual exploitation of a minor, enticing a minor under 16, and grooming. The ISUPD was assisted by the Texas Department of Public Safety, the Rains County, Texas Sheriff's Office, the Iowa Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and the Central Iowa Drug Task Force. Iowa News: Iowa House lawmakers unanimously advance bill requiring feminine hygiene products in public schools Iowa bill that bans administrating mRNA vaccines advances out of subcommittee ISU student accused of sexually exploiting minors on social media Highlights from day 1 of Iowa high school girls state basketball tournament WHO 13 Farm Report: Monday, March 3rd Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
