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Sioux Center denists provides ‘day of service,’ a free dental care for children in the local school district
1+ hour, 29+ min ago (435+ words) SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - The CDC says 1 in 4 children, ages 2 to 11, have untreated cavities in their baby teeth. February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and on Thursday, Feb. 19, in Sioux Center, Iowa, dentists offered their services for free to help…...
Newborn’s death likely linked to the mom drinking raw milk while pregnant
2+ week, 20+ hour ago (170+ words) Interest in raw milk has been rising, fueled by social media and support from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. New Mexico officials this week warned people to avoid consuming unpasteurized dairy products following the death. Interest in and sales of…...
First graders learn about healthcare through teddy bear clinic at Spencer Hospital
2+ week, 1+ day ago (416+ words) SPENCER, Iowa (KTIV) - Doctor visits, x-rays, and even surgery can sound scary until a teddy bear shows you how it's done. At Spencer Hospital, hundreds of first graders are getting a hands-on lesson in healthcare through a program designed just…...
Sioux County group collecting donations for community baby shower
2+ week, 3+ day ago (133+ words) SIOUX CENTER, Iowa (KTIV) - A group of women in Sioux Center is collecting items for their upcoming community baby shower in April. NW IA Baby Shower, a non-profit organization, is preparing for its second annual event after hosting its first…...
The Knights of Columbus hosts free throws contest for area children
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (74+ words) The Knights of Columbus hosts free throws contest for area children'KTIV The Knights of Columbus hosts free throws contest for area children 1 on 1: Why Gov. Reynolds is focused on your property taxes Motion to continue trial granted for man accused…...
Nebraska requires seniors to complete FAFSA -Help is available
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (301+ words) SOUTH SIOUX CITY, Neb. (KTIV) - In 2023, Nebraska lawmakers passed a law that requires all public high school students to complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also called FAFSA. The Class of 2025 was the first required to…...
Lake Park receives state grant to study child care needs
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (256+ words) LAKE PARK, Iowa (KTIV)" Childcare continues to be a growing challenge in rural communities across Iowa and the nation, but experts say solutions go beyond simply building new facilities. Lake Park is one of three Iowa communities awarded funding to…...
Life Academy students learn critical life skills thanks to a simple chocolate chip cookie
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (334+ words) SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - When you walk into the Career Academy at the Sioux City School District's downtown building on a Friday morning, the one thing you smell is freshly baked cookies. Under the guidance of instructors and their peers, a…...
Sioux City school surprises students with ‘6-7′ themed day on 67th day of school
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (484+ words) SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - When you're counting, what are the numbers between 5 and 8? If you said 6 and 7, you're right. Wednesday was the 67th day of school in the Sioux City Community School District. That means something special to students, as saying those…...
Iowa DOT launches new driver safety course as part of National Teen Driver Safety Week
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (226+ words) SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is launching a driver safety course designed to complement standard driver education programs. Called "Alive at 25, the four-hour course intends to help young drivers navigate common teen driving dangers like speeding,…...