Transcripts For WHO Today In Iowa At 5 20160219 : vimarsana.

WHO Today In Iowa At 5 February 19, 2016

Gusts are expected to peak around 40 to 50 mph. A wind advisory is in effect across the state until 6 pm. Normal highs are around 37 in midfebruary, but well be in the 50s and 60s to finish out the weekend. The record high first on 13. We now know the names of the two men involved in a weekend shooting in the small town of eagle grove. One of those men faces attempt murder charges. It happened sunday night along this street in eagle grove. Police say Marcos Castaneda drove up and shot hugo salinas. And then shot himself. Medics rushed both men to a des moines released castaneda and police took him into custody. Salinas remains hospitalized. No word yet on his condition. A nurses aid in knoxville is out of a job after police say she stole money from a nursing home. 16 39 1519 i think thats terrible to take advantage of the elderly, especially when theyre in your care. police say 42yearold wanda vanwike of prairie city stole cash and a credit card from a 80year old female resident at the west ridge nursing and rehabilitation center. The victims family contacted police when the resident noticed 300 dollars missing and unusual charges on her vanwike ended up and couldve targeted more people in the facility. She now faces several charges, including ongoing criminal Urbandale Police say charges will likely be filled in the case of a rollover crash. It all started when this silver car ran through a stop sign along 66th street near prairie avenue yesterday afternoon. The car slammed into an suv, rolled into a nearby house, then came to a rest on its top. Medics took the driver of the car to the hospital and treated the suvs driver at the scene. Police say they are still trying to figure out why the man was speeding through the stop sign. Two meetings this morning could put fears of additional layoffs to rest for employees at a pioneer plant. In dow already lost their jobs at johnstons Dupont Pioneer since december. The citys mayor is hoping to reverse that trend. we are hopeful that over time if the decision is to stay in johnston and thats what we are very hopeful it will out over time we will see the Employment Base to today, city and state leaders application for state funding through iowas high quality jobs program. The Program Offers taxpayer funding to companies for creating a set number of jobs. It also requires a matching contribution from the city where the company is located. In 2010 john deere applied for the same program and received a maximum benefit of nearly 15 million the process. The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board will discuss pioneers financial assistance. And johnstons city council will meet later at 1 pm to take action on the ied as potential approval. The iowa utilities board couldnt make a decision on a controversial pipeline last week, so its Board Members held four public hold another hearing at one oclock this afternoon. Theyve been taking public input decided on whether developers will be allowed to bury the Baaken Oil Pipeline on land where the company doesnt have permission from the land through four states, including iowa which is the center for Disease Control has now confirmed that they are currently with the zika virus. The zika virus spreads through a specific kind of mosquito from south american countries and mexico. If contracted it can lead to variety of illnesses including birth defects. Josh nguyen is in studio this morning to tell us how local officials are prepping metro travelers before they leave for spring break. Good morning josh. Thanks and good morning. With spring break just a few weeks away everyone is looking to travel somewhere tropical and mexico is popular destination for many. The polk Country Health department is looking to educate those people before they leave next month. I want to start with a look a this map. These are the countries that the zika virus has been confirmed. As you can see it mostly south america but cases have also been confirmed. The part that has caught the attention of many officials is this map. You can see here that of the 9 states so far have travelers that have got the virus. 3 of those states border iowa. I went to polk county Health Department yesterday and education process on the zika virus. They told that they are allocating extra resources to educate as many before they leave. They work on things basic education of the virus. Like spotting the symptoms and prevention. They say they see clients everyday who have questions. For the most part,. Those clients are familiar with the risks for pregnant women but the biggest areas to teach travels in polk county is the role men have in spreading the virus. so we have seen, that zika can be transmitted when you have sex. So if your partner, if you are a male and having sex with a woman, you should use protection. Because it can be transferred that way. For example, if you want or are ready to bear a child or have a child you should use protection. the recommend that if you traveling stop by there office and speak with a profession. Also, you can visits the cdcs website where they update all the information. Coming, up in the half hour, we will talk about the potential for ebola. Will it be something we forget about in a year. Questions josh, is the vika virus preventing any people in the metro from traveling to these countries affected . Josh from the people i talked to no. Nola aigner with polk co said they have not heard of any cancellations of plan. I also made a call to couple travels agents and they told me they people are still excited to travel. Iowa state basketball star monte morris can go into tomorrow nights game with a little peace of mind. 11 00 3911 00 59 i was shocked. Cause you know the struggle back home the flint, michigan native knows what his family and the entire through. Unable to drink or shower with city water because of lead contamination. Yesterday hyvee honored the cyclone by sending 11semi trucks full of bottled water from ames to his hometown. For those of you headed to wells fargo to watch state wrestling tomorrow, it may be hard to miss the smell of breakfast. Just next door, you can catch the 9th annual blue ribbon bacon festival. Get your taste of sandwiches, sushi, and even chocolate with what else, bacon as the star ingredient. Its taking place at the Iowa Events Center from 10 to 5 saturday. This years theme is body by bacon, and guests are encouraged to dress up in 80s attire. Tickets are Still Available online. This promises to been one of the busiest saturdays ever at the iowa events iowa is known for its rich crops of corn and soybeans. Coming up. Well introduce you to this months golden apple award winner. Whos bringing today is going to be even warmer with stronger winds and more sunshine. Well be nearly 20 above normal with lows staying close to 40. Breezy west winds this afternoon will help temperatures boost into the upper 50s and lower 60s throughout central iowa, just be sure to hold onto your hat as gusts are expected to peak around 40 to 50 mph. A wind advisory is in effect across the state until 6 pm. Midfebruary, but well be in the 50s and 60s to finish out the weekend. The record high today is 70 set on this day in 582817 its really important understand how important not only providing still ahead. Meet the teacher redefining what it means to be an iowa farmer. And see how students are taking what they learn to help feed others as the town of leon is known for its famous rodeo and its strong agricultural roots. A teacher within the Central Decatur School district is helping students understand its importance. Channel 13s Jodi Whitworth has more on this months golden apple recipient one step inside rosa sondags to watch the full interview with ms. Sondag or to nominate a teacher for the golden apple award. Com today is going to be even warmer with stronger winds and more sunshine. Well be nearly 20 above normal with lows staying close to 40. Breezy west winds this afternoon will help temperatures boost into the upper 50s and lower 60s throughout central iowa, just be sure to hold onto your hat as gusts are expected to peak around 40 to 50 mph. A wind advisory is in effect across the state until 6 pm. Normal highs are around 37 in midfebruary, but well be in the 50s and 60s record high today is 70 set on this day in so, let me get this straight a network thats built to give you coverage way out here where the other guys dont, and 6 gigs for only 40 a month. Thats a lot less than verizon and at t. So, why on earth would you ever go with one of those other guys . Switch to u. S. Cellular now and get 6 gigs of data for 40 a month plus get 300 back. Singles showdown. High School Wrestlers fend for themselves at wells fargo arena. What high school had a lot to prove. Plus well show you some of the biggest winners so far. Travel troubles. A spreading virus has some worried about their spring break destinations. How the zika can be contracted and if experts say it will be the next ebola scare. Job security. What the state and city of johnston is doing today to keep more Dupont Pioneer employees from losing

© 2025 Vimarsana