Researchers say demographics, behavioral risks account for much of Iowa’s high cancer rates
After concluding year one of research into why Iowa has higher instances of cancer than other states, Iowa Department of Health and Human Services...
Major bill to set standards for college athletes’ pay passes US Senate
A bipartisan measure to overhaul the college sports landscape got a step closer to becoming law Monday after passing the U.S. Senate.The bill —...
Iowa lawmakers to convene Friday for special session on tax incentives for steel mill
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has called for special legislative session to take place Friday, Oct. 2, to amend the state’s Major Economic Growth Attraction...
Harvest Treat Walk Set for October 30
A new fall tradition is coming to the courthouse lawn in Monroe County this Halloween season.
After discussions about the future of trick-or-treating on the...
Mahaska County E911 Launches Special Needs Registry
The Mahaska County E911 Communications Center is implementing a new Special Needs Registry to help public safety agencies quickly identify and safely assist individuals...
Rising diesel costs sharpen focus on farm break evens
The chief economist at the USDA says rising diesel costs are becoming a greater concern for agriculture as harvest continues.
Justin Benavidez says fuel costs...
Eastern Iowa farmer calls out soaring inputs
Lance Lillibridge:
An eastern Iowa farmer says the financial strain from high production costs is becoming increasingly difficult to manage.
“We have a broken market when...
Flood watch adds to harvest concerns across the Midwest
Duane Aistrope:
A southwest Iowa farmer says saturated fields are delaying harvest progress across the region.
“Basically, we’re wet like everybody else.”
Duane Aistrope says he managed...
Chrome, Classics & Cruising Hit Main Street!
Get ready to turn up the fun and check out some seriously cool wheels when Main Street Ottumwa hosts its Car & Bike Show...
Iowa DNR Biologist Receives National Recognition
Iowa Department of Natural Resources upland wildlife research biologist Todd Bogenschutz has been recognized for his career-long work improving wildlife habitat and strengthening gamebird...
