Study: Nitrates, radon, pesticides play role in Iowa’s cancer rate
A new report looks at how environmental factors in Iowa could affect cancer rates, which rank second-worst in the nation. The report from the Iowa Environmental Council and the Harkin […]
A big change in weather underway up North; elsewhere, severe storms, Summer-like for many
Across the Corn Belt, a few showers and thunderstorms are developing in advance of an approaching cold front. Chilly air has begun to settle across the Dakotas and the upper […]
Iowa’s governor predicts a property tax relief bill will pass in ’26
Republican lawmakers have yet to strike a deal that would revamp Iowa’s property tax system, but Governor Reynolds says she’s confident an agreement will be reached. “It’s a priority of […]
Iowa lawmakers consider tax break for data centers, nuclear power plants
A bill to grant a state sales tax exemption during construction or expansion of data centers and nuclear power plants is under consideration in the Iowa Senate. “Policies like this […]
Iowa Lottery sales stay ahead of projections
Iowa Lottery sales continue to run ahead of projections for this fiscal year. Lottery CEO Matt Strawn says sales were up nearly 9% percent through February. “Those continue to be […]
Le Mars Man Pleads Not Guilty In Child Endangerment, Animal Neglect Case
A Le Mars man charged in a child endangerment and animal neglect case that began last fall in rural Plymouth County has now pleaded not guilty. 53-year-old Rick Reifenrath entered […]
Sioux Falls Pair Charged In Alleged Casino Jackpot Scheme In Lyon County
Two Sioux Falls residents are facing felony charges after authorities say they were involved in a scheme to improperly claim a casino jackpot in Lyon County. According to a criminal […]
UNI launches initiative to fast-track students to graduate in 3 years
The University of Northern Iowa is working to break the stereotype that it takes four or five years to get a bachelor’s degree, by launching a new series of pathways […]
FTZ Workshop Aims To Help Northwest Iowa Businesses Navigate Global Trade
A free workshop in Sheldon next week is aimed at helping Northwest Iowa businesses better understand how global trade tools could impact their bottom line. The Foreign-Trade Zone #288 workshop, […]