Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of August.
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Union members of the United Auto Workers rejected John Deere’s proposal to extend their contract to 2029, leaving the current agreement to expire in October next year and prompting further negotiations (the union represents thousands in Iowa).
🎭 Culture
The 2026 Iowa State Fair ended on Sunday after nearly 1.1 million visitors attended in the first 10 days, and Saturday’s count of nearly 131,000 set a new single-day record (officials will confirm final numbers soon).
At the Iowa State Fair, wood carver Clint Henik from Mount Vernon and fellow artists are showcasing intricate sculptures including a giant corn cob, pig, rooster and an American flag bench—these pieces will be auctioned on Friday to benefit the Blue Ribbon Foundation.
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