Iowa DNR launches fall ‘fyke’ netting effort to gauge fish populations
We hear about all sorts of surveys the Iowa Department of Natural Resources conducts every year to keep track of populations of various native creatures — from pheasants and deer […]
New Mrs. Iowa USA devotes platform to mental healthcare access
A southwest Iowa woman was recently selected as Mrs. Iowa USA 2027 and Kindra Weston of Shenandoah is now gearing up to represent Iowa at the Mrs. USA Pageant in […]
New record is set at Anamosa Pumpkinfest at nearly 2,500 pounds
A Minnesota man and his two sons drove more than four hours to haul a massive pumpkin to eastern Iowa for the 38th Annual Anamosa Pumpkinfest — and set a […]
Record set at Anamosa Pumpkinfest at nearly 2,500 pounds
A Minnesota man and his two sons drove more than four hours to haul a massive pumpkin to eastern Iowa for the 38th Annual Anamosa Pumpkinfest — and set a […]
Iowa Attorney General sues internet router company over ties to China
Iowa is one of the states that is suing TP Link Systems which makes internet routers. Attorney General Brenna Bird says the consumer protection lawsuit based on the company’s affiliation […]
Bestseller Becky Chambers writes about a future worthy of dreams, not dystopia (AUDIO)
One of the top science-fiction writers of the 21st century is making her first-ever stop in Iowa next week on the first full day of her new book tour. Becky […]
U.S. Senate candidates Hinson and Turek in first debate
The major party candidates running for the US Senate debated for the first time last night, addressing issues like Social Security’s solvency and the war in Iran. Republican Ashley Hinson […]
Orange City looking for new tulip bulbs after fungus outbreak
Orange City is preparing for fall tulip planting while searching for replacements for some problem bulbs. Planting organizer John Buntsma says the trouble traces back to the Netherlands. “There’s a […]
Iowa Business Council survey shows postive outlook on state’s economy
The Iowa Business Council (IBC) has released its third quarter Economic Outlook Survey that gauges the outlook for the next six months. IBC President Joe Murphy says it’s based on […]
Horror film fest is highlight of Ottumwa’s Halloweenapalooza
The leaves are starting to change color, pumpkins are appearing on porches, and a scare is in the air in southeast Iowa as what’s billed as the state’s premiere horror […]