NCC Reflects on 60 Years of Growth, Innovation, and Service in Northwest Iowa
What began with 49 students attending classes in rented facilities around downtown Sheldon has grown into one of Iowa’s highest-performing community colleges. Northwest Iowa Community College recently celebrated its 60th […]
New UNI programs will help Iowa meet the need for more nurses
Registered nurses are in exceptionally high demand in Iowa, and the University of Northern Iowa’s new nursing programs will soon fill some of the need. Nancy Kertz, UNI’s chief academic […]
Milder to warmer days ahead; rains to return to the Heartland, centered on the southern Plains
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of below-normal temperatures from the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes region into the middle and northern Atlantic States, while […]
One Person Reported to Have Sustained “Serious Injuries” in Crash South Of Hull
One person was reported to have sustained “serious injuries” in a two-vehicle crash south of Hull on Tuesday morning. According to the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened at […]
Iowa State Fair Opens Nominations for Heart of the County Fair Award
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Heart of the County Fair Award through the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network. The award honors individuals, families, exhibitors, volunteers, or fair board members […]
Seed industry feeling pressure from tariffs
Tariffs are having an impact on the seed industry. Andy LaVigne is the president and CEO of the American Seed Trade Association and says, “When we move seed from one […]
The need for increased credit limits
All eyes shifted to the US Senate after the House recently passed its version of the farm bill. On this episode, Senate Ag Committee Chairman John Boozman discusses what’s needed […]
NEMA urges Iowa’s governor to reject building code changes
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association is calling on Governor Reynolds to item veto a proposal added to a budget bill that would change building codes for homes, duplexes and townhouses. […]
USMCA continuation important to farmers, others
Maintaining the USMCA trade deal with minor adjustments was the common message from farmers, processors, and government officials in Green Bay on Wednesday. Brian Kuehl with Farmers for Free Trade […]