Iowa
Bus carrying college baseball team crashes in Northwest Iowa, 19-year-old student dies
POMEROY, Iowa (KTIV) – A college’s bus traveling on a Northwest Iowa highway crashed Wednesday morning, sending dozens of people to the hospital and resulting in one student’s death.
The Iowa State Patrol says shortly after 11 a.m. on Feb. 11, the bus crashed on Iowa Highway 4, near 220th Street, just west of Twin Lakes.
According to ISP, the bus belonged to Iowa Lakes Community College, a Northwest Iowa-based college, and had gone off the highway and overturned in a ditch. Authorities say only the bus was involved in the crash.
ISP says there were 33 people on the bus, with injuries ranging from minor to serious. Officials at the scene say one of the bus’s occupants was declared dead, they were later identified as 19-year-old Carter Johnson.
The other 32 bus occupants were assessed by medical personnel and sent to various hospitals.
“Due to the number of individuals and the extent of reported injuries, a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) was declared,” stated the Calhoun County Emergency Agency. “Given the seriousness of injuries, multiple medical helicopters were requested to assist with patient transport. Ground ambulances from surrounding jurisdictions also responded to provide additional medical support and transportation.
Authorities say there was an Iowa Lakes Community College van in the area as well, with six occupants, but it was not involved in the crash.
Iowa Lakes Community College has canceled classes for Thursday, Feb. 12, and Friday, Feb. 13, after the deadly bus crash involving the college’s baseball team.
In an email to students, ILCC confirmed that a student-athlete was killed in the crash. According to various Facebook posts, that student has been identified as 19-year-old Carter Johnson of Rapid City, SD.
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A college’s bus traveling on a Northwest Iowa highway crashed Wednesday morning, sending dozens of people to the hospital and resulting in one death.
The Iowa State Patrol says shortly after 11 a.m. on Feb. 11, the bus crashed on Iowa Highway 4, near 220th Street, just west of Twin Lakes.
According to ISP, the bus belonged to Iowa Lakes Community College, a Northwest Iowa-based college, and had gone off the highway and overturned in a ditch. Authorities say only the bus was involved in the crash.
ISP says there were 33 people on the bus, with injuries ranging from minor to serious. Officials at the scene say one of the bus’s occupants was declared dead after rescue personnel arrived, but did not go into further detail on their identity.
The other 32 bus occupants were assessed by medical personnel and sent to various hospitals.
“Due to the number of individuals and the extent of reported injuries, a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) was declared,” stated the Calhoun County Emergency Agency. “Given the seriousness of injuries, multiple medical helicopters were requested to assist with patient transport. Ground ambulances from surrounding jurisdictions also responded to provide additional medical support and transportation.
Authorities say there was an Iowa Lakes Community College van in the area as well, with six occupants, but it was not involved in the crash.
Bus was carrying members of NW Iowa baseball team
Officials with Iowa Lakes Community College have confirmed that members of their baseball team were on the bus. A student also confirmed to KTIV that the bus was taking the team to Arkansas for a game. The student said some of the people on the bus were flown to a Des Moines hospital.
Iowa Lakes Community College was scheduled to play against North Arkansas College in Harrison, Arkansas, on Thursday, Feb. 12.
On Facebook, North Arkansas College released a statement about the crash, saying they would be praying for the team.
“Our hearts are heavy as we grieve alongside the Iowa Lakes College community. The loss of a life is a tragedy that reaches far beyond one campus. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the individual who passed away, and we are lifting up in prayer those who were injured and all who are affected,” stated Dr. Rick Massengale, North Arkansas College President. “During moments like this, we are reminded that the higher education community is a family, and we stand ready to support Iowa Lakes Community College in any way we can.”
Iowa Lakes Community College is located in the Iowa Great Lakes region. It has campuses in Algona, Emmetsburg, Estherville, Spencer and Spirit Lake.
Crash closes highway for hours
Northbound and southbound lanes on Iowa Highway 4 were closed a little after 11 a.m. due to the crash. By 2:45 p.m., the road had reopened.
While responding to the crash, the Iowa State Patrol was assisted by the Calhoun County Sheriff and EMS, Rockwell City Police Department, Calhoun County Emergency Management, the Iowa Department of Transportation, and other supporting agencies.
The crash remains under investigation.
A bus from a local public school district was at the crash scene as well. Officials with Pocahontas Area Community School District say their bus was there to help authorities.
The district wanted to make it clear that their bus was not involved in the crash itself.
“Earlier today, a bus was involved in an accident on Highway 4, south of Pomeroy. This was not a PACSD bus. Pocahontas Police Chief Leu asked Jeff Halder, PACSD transportation director, to help at the site of the accident by bringing a bus to the location. That is the only reason why one of our buses is at the site. Again, our bus was not involved in the accident; it is only there to provide support,” stated officials in a post on Facebook.
Candlelight vigil in Estherville
A candlelight vigil has been scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 11. The vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Iowa Lakes Community College’s Estherville campus, inside the choir room.
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You know that viral mac and cheese place? The one that slathers every bowl with ungodly amounts of cheese? The one that makes you feel lactose intolerant just looking at it?
Yeah. Roni’s Mac Bar is opening its second Iowa location, this time in Waukee.
The store will celebrate with a grand opening on Saturday, May 16 at 10:30 a.m. sharp
In a video on social media, the company credits the new location choice to the Waukee man who drove to a location in Waco, Texas, asked for a bowl so cheesy that the chef making it felt lactose-intolerant just looking at it.
Frank Senese, chief executive officer of Roni’s Mac and Cheese, said the business as the “Chipotle of mac and cheese.”
“It’s comfort food; whether you’re a hungover college kid, tattooed biker or a little princess in a tutu, you’re going to find something here that you’ll love,” Senese told the Ames Tribune before the company’s restaurant opened there in 2025. “It’s a fun way to think outside the box.”
The first 100 people to get in line can spin the wheel for a chance to win giveaways and a year’s worth of mac and cheese.
Roni’s Mac bar boasts massive menu
The quote, “Think outside the box” is painted on the wall inside the mac and cheese bar, and the menu certainly inspires customers to do just that.
Roni’s Mac Bar has created a menu of more than 77 million possible combinations that continues to grow, Senese said.
Every bowl can be unique, with drizzles like pesto and ranch, and toppings such as tomatoes and even pineapple − a topping that can be a key indicator of a repeat customer, Senese said.
Where to find Roni’s Mac Bar in Waukee
- Location: 1195 SE Alice’s Road, Waukee
- Contact: 515-450-2497, ronismacbar.com
- Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily starting May 16
Lucia Cheng is a service and trending reporter at the Des Moines Register. Contact her at lcheng@gannett.com or 515-284-8132.
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – Four people were arrested during two separate traffic stops by the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday.
The sheriff’s office explained that just before 8:30 p.m., an Iowa County Sheriff’s Office deputy stopped a vehicle in the 7000 block of US Highway 18-151 in the Town of Ridgeway.
Lee J. Kaul, 47, of Ridgeway was arrested for operating while revoked (REV due to alcohol/controlled substance/refusal), possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of narcotic drug.
Kaul was additionally held on a Wisconsin Department of Corrections probation hold and transported to the Iowa County Jail.
About an hour later, another Iowa County deputy stopped a vehicle near US Highway 18 and Lisa Street in the City of Dodgeville, the sheriff’s said.
The sheriff’s office explained three people were arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia to manufacture/compound/convert/produce/store methamphetamine.
Ronald E. Slater, 56, of Platteville, Rayven E. Stanisch, 30, of Linden and Amy M. Gregory, 38, of Linden were all taken to the Iowa County Jail.
Gregory was also held on a Wisconsin Department of Corrections probation hold.
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The Iowa City Community Band (ICCB) returns this summer with performances throughout Iowa City and Coralville in June and July. Now in its 43rd season, ICCB is proud to once again be led by Rob Medd, a retired band director from Iowa City West High School, for the 19th year.
We perform nine times, including Coralville’s 4thFest Parade and pre-fireworks show. Our first three concerts are:
- 12 noon, Saturday, June 6 at the Iowa Arts Festival in downtown Iowa City
- 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 10 at McPherson Park
- 7 p.m., Sunday, June 14 at Fairmeadows Park
Each concert features a combination of traditional marches, contemporary pieces, and some familiar classics. For a full concert schedule, visit our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ICCBand).
Rehearsals are held on Saturdays at 10 a.m. (May 30 through July 18, excluding June 6 and July 4) at West High School. New members — high school age and older — are welcome throughout the summer, with no audition required. Because new music is introduced each week, participation is flexible and ideal for those who can only join for part of the season. If you are interested in participating or learning more, send an email to iccb.communityband@gmail.com.
ICCB operates solely on donations from individuals and local businesses to provide free concerts to the public.
If you would like to contribute, send your donation to: Iowa City Community Band – c/o West Music, 1212 5th Street, Coralville, IA 52241. Make checks payable to “Iowa City Community Band”.
The Iowa City Community Band is ready for a great summer of making music together. We hope that you’ll join us often, either as a musician or an audience member. See you at the park.
April Donlon serves as the publicist and plays Alto Saxophone for the Iowa City Community Band.
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