$200,000 in state and local funding to revive downtown Algona building
A local business owner with plans to renovate a 77-year-old building in downtown Algona is getting a $100,000 state grant for the project, along with $100,000 in matching funds from […]
Seven Claire’s stores in Iowa to remain open, three will close
A retail chain that’s been a shopping mall staple for ear piercing and jewelry purchases is closing nearly 300 stores nationwide, including three in Iowa. Claire’s has filed for bankruptcy […]
Watch for corn standability issues this fall
A northern Indiana-based agronomist says farmers should be on the lookout for corn standability issues this fall. Kyle Malcolm with LG Seeds says weather challenges throughout the growing season could […]
Episode 4 – National Association of Realtors D.C. Convention
Deputy Secretary says human case of NWS does not pose risk to livestock health
The USDA and the Department of Health and Human Services have confirmed that the recently reported human case of New World screwworm is an isolated incident. USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen […]
Iowa’s ag secretary talks tariffs and trade, prices and profitability
Harvest season will be starting soon and forecasts predict Iowa will have a record corn crop, which would bring a drop in prices. Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig says he’s […]
Priorities and Investments
The United Soybean Board invests farmer dollars in key sectors such as food, feed, and fuel. In fiscal year 2026, the checkoff supports innovation that creates new markets, increases global […]
Iowa’s oldest Labor Day bash kicks off Friday
The northwest Iowa town of Graettinger is hosting its 130th Labor Day celebration, starting Friday and running through the weekend, Iowa’s oldest such festival. Event chairman Phillip Schmitt says the […]
Iowa’s restaurant industry faces financial squeeze
A leader in Iowa’s hospitality industry says most Iowa restaurants, bars and pubs are struggling financially and up to 600 may close this year. Iowa Restaurant Association president and CEO […]
More access to fertilizer coming to Midwest farmers
Farmers are expected to have greater access to domestically produced fertilizer following an announcement at the 2025 Farm Progress Show. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker says cooperation between the state and […]
