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19-07-2025
- Sport
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How to Watch: Iowa high school baseball tournament
The Iowa high school state baseball tournament completes the 2024-25 sports season in Iowa beginning Monday. Games will be played in two different cities, as Class 1A and 2A are in Carroll while 3A and 4A head to Sioux City. Over the course of the week, teams will be dwindled down until just one remains standing, claiming a state title. MORE: Former Iowa prep selected in 2025 MLB Draft Here is how to watch the Iowa high school state baseball tournament: How to Watch the Iowa high school state baseball tournament Live stream: Watch IHSSN Quarterfinal and semifinal round games stream via Watch IHSSN with a subscription beginning Monday, July 21 and running through Thursday, July 24 Championship games in all four classes will air free of charge via Watch IHSSN Iowa high school state baseball schedule Class 1A Quarterfinals (Monday, July 21) Remsen St. Mary's vs. Hillcrest Academy, 11 a.m. Martensdale-St. Marys vs. Kee, 1:30 p.m. Lynnville-Sully vs. East Buchanan, 4:30 p.m. Saint Ansgar vs. Logan-Magnolia, 7 p.m. Semifinals (Wednesday, July 23) TBA vs. TBA, 4:30 p.m. TBA vs. TBA, 7 p.m. Championship (Friday, July 25) TBA vs. TBA, 5 p.m. Class 2A Quarterfinals (Tuesday, July 22) Underwood vs. Cascade, 11 a.m. Unity Christian vs. Mediapolis, 1:30 p.m. Van Meter vs. Chariton, 4:30 p.m. Pleasantville vs. West Lyon, 7 p.m. Semifinals (Thursday, July 24) TBA vs. TBA, 4:30 p.m. TBA vs. TBA, 7 p.m. Championship (Friday, July 25) TBA vs. TBA, 7:30 p.m. Class 3A Quarterfinals (Monday, July 21) Dubuque Wahlert vs. Boone, 11:30 a.m. Davenport Assumption vs. Saydel, 2 p.m. Pella vs. Sergeant Bluff-Luton, 5 p.m. Bishop Heelan vs. Carlisle, 7:30 p.m. Semifinals (Wednesday, July 23) TBA vs. TBA, 5 p.m. TBA vs. TBA, 7:30 p.m. Championship (Friday, July 25) TBA vs. TBA, noon p.m. Class 4A Quarterfinals (Tuesday, July 22) Iowa City High vs. Waukee, 11:30 a.m. Johnston vs. Cedar Rapids Prairie, 2 p.m. Waukee Northwest vs. Iowa City Liberty, 5 p.m. Sioux City East vs. Bettendorf, 7:30 p.m. Semifinals (Thursday, July 24) TBA vs. TBA, 5 p.m. TBA vs. TBA, 7:30 p.m. Championship (Friday, July 25) TBA vs. TBA, 2:30 p.m. MORE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS NEWS: Top Iowa prep senior football players set for all-star game Final state fields set for 3A, 4A baseball in Iowa Two defending champs back in Iowa state baseball tournament Tigers knock Iowa City High out of softball, punch first ticket to state in school history Kirkwood High's Jacob Eberhart commits to Big Ten school
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15-07-2025
- Sport
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Legendary head basketball coach retires after three decades
Legendary boys basketball coach Ras Vanderloo will step down following several seasons leading Sioux City East. The news was first reported by Logan Shanks of the Sioux City Journal. Vanderloo was the head coach of the Black Raiders for the past 14 seasons, winning 314 games during that time. He has been in the school district in some form for the past 32 years. Along with his impressive record on the high school sidelines leading Sioux City East, Vanderloo has been key with USA Basketball. Advertisement Vanderloo led the Black Raiders to a runner-up finish at the state basketball tournament in 2012 along with a third place trophy four years after that. In 2023, he was named the NFHS Iowa Coach of the Year. Sioux City East won 20-plus games in eight of those 13 seasons under Vanderloo. They went 19-4 this past year, falling to eventual state runner-up Waukee Northwest in a substate final. The new coach for the Black Raiders will have starters Christopher Loggins III, Bilal Yusuf and Naef Yusuf back, along with regulars Cal Jepsen, Jack Ohman and Asser Mutombo-Kasongo. MORE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS NEWS:
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14-07-2025
- Business
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FedEx shipping location to close in Sioux City
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — A FedEx location here in Sioux City will be closing in less than two months. Company officials said the FedEx ship center located at 4929 Harbor Drive will close on September 1. Story continues below Top Story: 185th Air Refueling hosts surprise birthday party for 100-year-old veteran Lights & Sirens: Sioux City woman found guilty of killing grandmother Sports: Bishop Heelan baseball head coach Andy Osborne set to retire after season Weather: Get the latest weather forecast here FedEx said this closure is part of its previously announced network transformation strategy. 'These decisions are never taken lightly and reflect our commitment to supporting affected employees — through job placement assistance, relocation aid, or severance, as applicable – while transforming our network and continuing to provide an outstanding experience for our customers,' said a FedEx spokesperson in an email to KCAU 9. Officials said team members at the ship center were notified several months ago. Many of those employees will get offers to have other roles within FedEx. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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03-07-2025
- Politics
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Why are flags at half-staff today? Reynolds orders flags lowered for senator's funeral
Flags around Iowa will be at half-staff on Thursday, July 3. Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags be lowered from sunrise to sunset on July 3. All flags on public grounds will be at half-staff. Individuals and businesses are encouraged to do the same. Flags are lowered on Thursday in honor and remembrance of Iowa Senator Rocky De Witt, who died of pancreatic cancer on June 25. He was 66. De Witt represented Senate District 1, which covers Woodbury County, including Sioux City and Lawton. More: Iowa Sen. Rocky De Witt dies of pancreatic cancer at age 66 The state senator had a 22-year career with MidAmerican Energy. He went on to work as a deputy for the Woodbury Sheriff's Office. De Witt also served on the Woodbury County Board of Supervisors and was elected to the Iowa Senate in 2022. Half-mast is used when the flag is flown from a flagpole, typically referring to a ship mast or similar structures, according to Federal Flags. Half-mast means the flag is flown two-thirds up between the top and bottom of the flagstaff. Half-staff is the term used for flags on land, particularly in the United States. Half-staff describes a flag that is raised halfway, between the top and bottom of the flagpole. When the American flag is flown at half-staff, it conveys a message of respect and mourning. Federal Flags says this custom is most often observed following the death of a government official, military personnel or in response to a national tragedy. Kate Kealey is a general assignment reporter for the Register. Reach her at kkealey@ or follow her on Twitter at @Kkealey17. This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Why are flags at half-staff today? Iowa honors Sen. Rocky De Witt
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30-06-2025
- Politics
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Iowa Sen. Rocky De Witt dies of pancreatic cancer at age 66
Iowa Sen. Rocky De Witt, a Republican from Lawton, has died of pancreatic cancer. He was 66. In a statement, Gov. Kim Reynolds said she and her husband Kevin were "deeply saddened" to learn of De Witt's passing on Wednesday, June 25. She said De Witt "spent a life dedicated to serving his neighbors in Northwest Iowa" before his election to the Iowa Senate in 2022. He represented Senate District 1, which covers much of Woodbury County, including Sioux City and Lawton. "In just three years, Rocky made a profound impact in the state legislature, all while heroically battling cancer," Reynolds said. "Rocky was a dedicated husband and a loving father and grandfather. His family and friends remain in our prayers.' Iowa law requires Reynolds to call a special election to fill his Iowa Senate seat within five days. De Witt's four-year term ends in January 2027. Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver, who in 2024 announced he was receiving treatment for a brain tumor, said he and De Witt "developed an uncommon bond as we both journeyed through cancer diagnoses together." "He was loved by everyone in our caucus, and he will be deeply missed by all of us," Whitver said. "He was part of our Senate Republican family, and we mourn with his family just as we would mourn any member of our own.' De Witt worked for MidAmerican Energy for 22 years and formerly worked in courthouse security for the Woodbury County Sheriff's Office. He previously served on the Woodbury County Board of Supervisors. He was a staunch supporter of Second Amendment rights and was a lifetime NRA member and a federally licensed gun dealer, according to a Senate news release. 'Rocky was a passionate defender of the rights of the individual," Whitver said. "From the Second Amendment, to life, and the right of Iowans to keep more of the money they earn, Iowans could count on Rocky to protect their life, liberties and pursuit of happiness." He led efforts to pass for a second time a constitutional amendment requiring a legislative supermajority to raise income taxes. Senate President Amy Sinclair said De Witt "will be greatly missed at the Capitol and at home" and shared condolences to his family, friends and constituents. 'I am privileged to have had the opportunity to serve with Senator De Witt," Sinclair said. "His common-sense approach and grounded demeanor were a great asset to our caucus, as he faithfully served the people of Senate District 1. Despite his painful battle with cancer, he was selflessly devoted to our state serving his constituents until the end. His legacy of public service to Woodbury County and the State of Iowa will continue to inspire me." Senate Minority Leader Janice Weiner, D-Iowa City, said in a statement that her and her fellow Senate Democrats' thoughts were with the De Witt family as they grieve the late senator. 'Sen. De Witt and I may not have agreed on every legislative issue, but I always respected his dedication to his work for the people of Iowa, even while battling his illness," Weiner said. De Witt was a father and grandfather and member of Morningside Lutheran Church, according to a news release. 'The two positions Rocky held were honors that he did not take for granted," his nephew Kolby De Witt said in a statement on social media. "Rocky understood that he was a caretaker of the two seats that he was elected to, and that they ultimately belong to Iowans. I consider myself blessed to have been part of Rocky's family, and my opportunity to walk with him through the difficulties and triumphs of public service." Whitver shared De Witt's closing remarks on the 2025 legislative session that he said reflected the late senator's values. "The Iowa state Constitution does not belong to this chamber, it doesn't belong to the House, it doesn't belong to the governor, it doesn't even belong to the State of Iowa," De Witt wrote. "It belongs to the people of this state. It belongs to the citizens of this state, and they have entrusted us to protect that Constitution. Why? It is a barrier between the citizens and government. It's not a guardrail, not a little lowly speed bump, it's a barrier that guarantees those folks that voted us in their freedoms, and freedom from excessive taxation is real." Marissa Payne covers the Iowa Statehouse and politics for the Register. Reach her by email at mjpayne@ Follow her on X, formerly known as Twitter, at @marissajpayne. This story was updated to add a video. This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Iowa Sen. Rocky De Witt dies of pancreatic cancer at age 66
