’26 Iowa legislature enters 11th week with two major issues unresolved
This is the 11th week of the 2026 Iowa Legislative session and top leaders have said completing their work in late April is the goal, but agreements on two major […]
Rock Valley Sets Hearing on Tax Levy Tied to Flood Recovery

The City of Rock Valley will hold a public hearing on April 2nd on its proposed property tax levy, with city leaders citing flood recovery costs as a key factor […]
Why people are flocking to Iowa hatchery for backyard birds
A new study finds 13-percent of all homes in America now have some sort of backyard bird flock, and the nation’s largest producer of “pet” poultry is in north-central Iowa. […]
Severe Weather Awareness Week Takes Place Across Iowa This Week

Iowa is observing Severe Weather Awareness Week from Monday, March 23rd, through Friday, March 27th, as state and local agencies encourage residents to review safety plans ahead of the spring […]