RIVERSIDE, IA (IRN) – The death of a 17-month-old child in Riverside is being investigated as a homicide, according to KCII-Radio. Avery McCoy died at her home in Riverside on November 9, 2016. Officials say the child died as a result of malnutrition and neglect. McCoy was the daughter of Anthony McCoy and Ambrashia Chrzan. She had 12 siblings, one of which preceded her in death.

DES MOINES, IA (IRN) – A Des Moines man out for a walk with his dog was hurt when another dog attacked them Thursday. WHO-TV reports the man was walking his Basenji when a pit bull escaped a fence and attacked them. The man was bitten on the hand, and the Basenji suffered severe lacerations, but will be OK. Pit bull owners in Des Moines are required to have special insurance. The owners of the attacking dog didn’t have it. They insist their dog is an American bulldog. A consulting veterinarian disagrees.

CAMANCHE, IA (IRN) – Production has begun once again at the TMK IPSCO plant in Camanche, bringing more than 100 jobs back to the area. WQAD-TV reports the plant, which manufactures pipes for the oil and gas industry, was idled in 2015. Company officials say increased demand allowed for the re-opening. Salaries range from $70,000 to $100,000.

DES MOINES, IA (IRN) – The Iowa State Fair isn’t over yet, but organizers are already planning for next year – and they’re not messing around. KCCI-TV reports the first official Grandstand performance at the 2018 fair will be none other than the Queen of Country herself, Reba McEntire.