Local, State & Ag News
Why exports matter, even in times of tight supplies
The total value of US beef exports to Mexico are around $1.30 billion and the value of US pork exports to Mexico are valued at around $2.9 billion. With a
An active (wet) pattern to continue across the Heartland; cooler days ahead
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures and precipitation across most of the country. Cooler-than-normal conditions will be confined to the
State grants can help pay for planting trees
Communities across Iowa that want to spruce up their tree canopies can now apply for grants to buy trees to plant, and the grants will cover other costs like mulch,
Arnolds Park Amusement Park Adding New Rides Ahead of 2026 Season
Arnolds Park Amusement Park is preparing for another season, with several new attractions set to debut this spring. CEO and General Manager Jon Pausley says the park is introducing new
Celebrating 35 years of USB with Chuck Myers
In this week’s checkoff chat, we’re looking back at 35 years of building demand and new opportunities for soybean farmers with Chuck Myers. Listen as we talk about farmer-led investments
Sioux Center Man Sentenced to Prison After Plea Deal in Apartment Fire Case
A Sioux Center man accused of intentionally starting a fire inside an occupied apartment building has been sentenced to prison after accepting a plea agreement. Court records show 30-year-old Johnathan
Nearly 600 Hands-Free Violations Reported in Sioux County in First Quarter of 2026
Iowa’s hands-free driving law, which took effect July 1st, 2025, prohibits drivers from holding or using a cell phone or other electronic device while driving, including while stopped at intersections,
Thousands of Iowa ag-ed students head for big FFA event in Ames
One of the nation’s largest FFA conventions will get underway in central Iowa this weekend. About 5,000 Iowa members of the agricultural education organization will attend the 98th annual Iowa
Thousands of Iowa ag ed students head for big FFA event in Ames
One of the nation’s largest FFA conventions will get underway in central Iowa this weekend. About 5,000 Iowa members of the agricultural education organization will attend the 98th annual Iowa
Seed Survivor Mobile Classroom Brings Hands-On Ag Learning to NW Iowa Students
Students across northwest Iowa got a hands-on lesson in agriculture this week as the Seed Survivor mobile classroom made stops at several area schools, including Orange City Christian and Boyden-Hull.
