Reynolds says Iowans expect action on property taxes
Governor Kim Reynolds says as she meets with local government leaders, business owners and legislators, she’s “keeping an open mind” about their ideas for reducing property taxes. Reynolds, who spoke […]
Congresswoman Miller Meeks discusses government shutdown
First District Republican Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks says the effects of the federal government shutdown are being felt in Iowa. She said 18,000 federal employees in Iowa are furloughed or working […]
Panel predicts Iowa tax revenue to fall 9% in FY26
A state panel is predicting state tax revenue will fall nine percent during the current state budget year compared to the 12-month period that ended June 30, 2025. The group […]
Iowa Cancer Registry director calls for increase in tobacco tax
Public health experts who attended the Iowa Cancer Summit in Ankeny this week say raising the tobacco tax and putting more money towards radon mitigation can help address the state’s […]
Des Moines School Board chair ends U.S. Senate campaign
The woman who chairs the Des Moines School Board is dropping out of the race for the U.S. Senate. Jackie Norris was seeking the Democratic nomination to run for the […]
Des Moines School Board president ends U.S. Senate campaign
Democrat Jackie Norris has ended her campaign for the U.S. Senate. Norris, who is president of the Des Moines School Board, said the recent “crisis” surrounding the immigration arrest for […]
If shutdown lingers, Nunn says troops likely won’t be paid Oct. 31
Republican Congressman Zach Nunn of Ankeny says President Trump’s move to pay U.S. soldiers who are on active duty this week was just a temporary fix and if the government […]
Start-ups to compete at World Food Prize ‘pitch’ event in Iowa
A pitch competition — like what you see on the “Shark Tank” TV show — is scheduled in Des Moines next Wednesday and it will feature start-up companies from Argentina, […]
Business listings on ‘Choose Iowa’ website grows
The number of businesses listed on the state’s “Choose Iowa” website has doubled since January. The online marketplace was created during the pandemic when demand for locally raised food rose. […]
Business listings on ‘Choose Iowa’ website grow
The number of businesses listed on the state’s “Choose Iowa” website has doubled since January. The online marketplace was created during the pandemic when demand for locally raised food rose. […]