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A mild to warm pattern for the season returns to the Heartland; beneficial rains ahead on the Plains
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, with the western Gulf Coast region having the greatest likelihood of experiencing unusually hot weather. Meanwhile,
Ag lender: Planning for the 2027 crop year starts now
An ag lending expert says early financial planning could help farmers manage economic uncertainty heading into 2027. Rudi Pitzer Perry, regional vice president of agricultural lending at Farm Credit Mid-America,

Midwest Food Bank Plans Sioux Falls Facility to Expand Food Access for Tri-State Area
Midwest Food Bank is planning a permanent distribution center in Sioux Falls to strengthen food assistance across northwest Iowa, South Dakota, and southwest Minnesota. The planned Tri-State Division will build
Northeast Iowa city vows to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions by mid-century
The city of Dubuque is committing to a 100-percent reduction in its greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The city council voted to adopt the goal at a meeting last night.
2026 Farm Science Review to showcase the latest ag technology and innovation for farmers
This year’s Farm Science Review is giving farmers a firsthand look at the newest innovations in agriculture. Show manager Nick Zachrich says attendees will have an opportunity to discuss how
Iowa poet morphs her atypical epic poem into debut novel, ‘Canon’
A University of Iowa poet and creative writing professor will be in central Iowa tomorrow to promote her debut novel, which reimagines the definition of an epic poem. Paige Lewis

Dordt Pumpkin Patch Opens North of Sioux Center, Continuing Harvest Tradition
Dordt University’s pumpkin patch is open north of Sioux Center, continuing a community harvest tradition that stretches from summer sweet corn to fall pumpkins. A large metal “Pumpkin Patch” sign
Prosecutor says he’ll hold second trial in Sioux City cold case murder
The Woodbury County Attorney plans another trial in a Sioux City cold case that ended with the jury unable to reach a decision. County Attorney James Loomis says he will
Iowa DNR finalizes public land trail cam ban, goes into effect February 1, 2027
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South Dakota sees uptick in HPAI cases as fall migration begins
Highly pathogenic avian influenza cases are increasing in South Dakota as the fall migration continues. State veterinarian Dr. Mendel Miller says there have been at least six confirmations since the
