MARSHALL COUNTY (IRN) – One of the deadliest summers in recent years continued on Iowa’s roadways this week. The Iowa State Patrol reported four fatal crashes since Sunday in Marshall, Cedar, Chickasaw, and Winnebago Counties. As of Wednesday, the year 2023 has outpaced the previous five year average for fatal crashes by 21%, as 194 people have died on the road in the state so far this year.

AMES (IRN) – The fiscal year ending June 30 signaled a record level of investment in roads and bridges based on projects awarded through the Iowa Department of Transportation. Since July 1, 2022, over $1.47 billion across 839 projects was awarded to contractors through the Iowa DOT to improve mobility for those who travel throughout the state and to increase the safety of roads and bridges at the city, county, and state levels.

BAGLEY (IRN) – A missed deadline means no property tax collection for an Iowa town. KCCI-tv reports the City of Bagley did not file their certified budget on time, causing a $50,000 hit to their general operations, which could have a wide reaching impact. The city council and mayor failed to report their projected expenses and revenues for the current fiscal year this past spring.

NEWTON (IRN) – Fresh off of an ESPYs victory, a summer of celebration continues for Iowa’s most famous active athlete. Caitlin Clark has been named the Grand Marshal for Saturday’s Hy-Vee Homefront 250 race at Iowa Speedway. Clark will deliver the message to start engines and participate in other activities–including a meet and greet, according to the Des Moines Register.