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11/15/2025

A farmer in eastern Iowa says his area needs some rain. Matthew Willimack raises corn and soybeans in DeWitt near the Mississippi River. He tells Brownfield his farm has received a small amount of moisture this fall. "We had just a few days of downtime [...]

A farmer in eastern Iowa says his area needs some rain. Matthew Willimack raises corn and soybeans in DeWitt near the Mississippi River. He tells Brownfield his farm has received a small amount of moisture this fall. “We had just a few days of downtime […]

11/14/2025

USDA Crop Production Report Day- Mike Zuzolo, GlobalCommResearch.com- Eric Snodgrass, NutrienAgSolutions.com ★ Support this podcast ★

USDA Crop Production Report Day– Mike Zuzolo, GlobalCommResearch.com– Eric Snodgrass, NutrienAgSolutions.com ★ Support this podcast ★

11/14/2025

Fall fieldwork is in full swing for eastern Iowa farmer Tim Meyer. The Henry County producer tells Brownfield weather conditions have been favorable. "We're doing dirt work right now and I think it's going to end up being a really good fall for us," he [...]

Fall fieldwork is in full swing for eastern Iowa farmer Tim Meyer. The Henry County producer tells Brownfield weather conditions have been favorable. “We’re doing dirt work right now and I think it’s going to end up being a really good fall for us,” he […]

11/14/2025

An eastern Iowa farmer says late season disease pressure caused an earlier than expected start to his harvest season. Matthew Willimack, a sixth-generation farmer from DeWitt, says southern rust impacted the quality of his corn. "Southern rust was something new for everybody that we don't [...]

An eastern Iowa farmer says late season disease pressure caused an earlier than expected start to his harvest season. Matthew Willimack, a sixth-generation farmer from DeWitt, says southern rust impacted the quality of his corn. “Southern rust was something new for everybody that we don’t […]

11/14/2025

Some farmers say they are being cautious in their assessment of the U.S.-China trade framework. Ray Gaesser is a corn and soybean farmer in southwest Iowa... "Glad to see that there's somewhat of an agreement with China," he said. "We don't know how well they [...]

Some farmers say they are being cautious in their assessment of the U.S.-China trade framework. Ray Gaesser is a corn and soybean farmer in southwest Iowa… “Glad to see that there’s somewhat of an agreement with China,” he said. “We don’t know how well they […]

11/14/2025

Avenues at Royal Oak is hosting a “Jail & Bail” fundraiser today. Starting at 9 AM, 15 local volunteers were “arrested” by Kewanee Police, with their freedom hinging on donations made through “collect calls.” Every contribution helps the Resident Holiday Fund, ensuring festive celebratio...

11/14/2025

Runners and walkers are gearing up for the annual Miles for Minds 5K at College Square Park on November 22nd at 9 AM. The event features multiple age divisions for both men and women, starting at fifteen and under and continuing through to sixty-five and […]

11/14/2025

Lisa Janey from the Kewanee Food Pantry joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss how the Kewanee Food Pantry operates, the items it needs, and to express gratitude to the community for its donations of much-needed food, money, and hygiene essentials. Wethersfield High School’s National Honor […]

11/14/2025

The Kewanee Food Pantry is accepting online donations through the PayPal Giving Fund, a platform that ensures every dollar goes directly to support their mission. Unlike many donation services, this program charges no fees to either the charity or the donor, so contributions stretch even […]

11/14/2025

Audiences in Bishop Hill are set for a musical journey as El Khat, the acclaimed Arabic-Yemeni trio, takes the stage at Bishop Hill Creative Commons on November 17th. Known for blending traditional Yemeni rhythms with daring experimental sounds and homemade instruments, El Khat brings a […]

11/14/2025

From: 2025-11-13 To: 2025-11-14 ——————————————————————————– Time: 11/13 – 05:46 Dept: KPD Location: 200 BLK OF N EAST ST, KEWANEE TRAFFIC COMPLAINT Responding Agencies: KEWANEE-POLICE Disposition Response: RESOLVEDStatus: CLS ——————...

11/14/2025

Avenues at Royal Oaks Jail and Bail for Royal Oaks residents. Watch for updates on https://www.regionalmedianews.com/rmn-tri-counties/