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Bobcat sightings in West Des Moines—what to know & how to stay safe
With numerous bobcat sightings reported in West Des Moines, Iowans need to know what to do if they ever encounter one. Here are some tips.
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Pantrylympics event bring Johnson Co. food pantries together for competition, fun
You know that event that happens once every four years, bringing together athletes from vastly different backgrounds to compete for first, second, and third? No, no, no, not the Olympics. In Johnson County, it’s called Pantrylympics. Three food pantries in the county—including the North Liberty Community Food Pantry, Coralville Community Food Pantry, and Iowa City…
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With Biden out, Iowa Democrats rally around Kamala Harris
Iowa Democrats unanimously endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidential nomination.
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Your flight was canceled by the technology outage. What do you do next?
Air travelers became the face of the widespread technology outage Friday as they posted pictures on social media of crowds of people stranded at airports in Europe and the United States.
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These Iowa historic buildings will get a $19 million makeover
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) has announced over $19 million in awards to aid the transformation of 12 historic buildings. Here’s what you need to know.
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Diamond Shruumz brand products linked to illness in Iowa
Following reported illnesses, the Iowa government has issued a warning on the consumption of Diamond Shruumz products.
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Iowans affected by April/May storms can now apply for D-SNAP, emergency food benefits
Presidential Disaster Declarations were announced following Iowa’s severe storms, and D-SNAP benefits are now available.
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Inspire Iowa grants make first-of-its-kind event in Cedar Rapids possible
$250,000 in Inspire Iowa grants have been awarded to six projects. The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) has announced $250,000 in Inspire Iowa grants to six projects across Linn, Polk, Scott, Shelby, and Woodbury counties. This announcement was made on May 9, 2024, with the funds aiming to elevate the perception of Iowa as a…
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Iowa legislators benefit from government subsidies while blocking assistance to others
About a fourth of the 150-person Iowa Legislature benefits from some form of farm subsidies. Here’s who they are and how much they are getting from the federal government.
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VIDEO: Rep. Konfrst addresses long-term costs of voucher program
Iowa House Minority Leader Rep. Jennifer Konfrst (D-Windsor Heights) addressed the long-term costs of Gov. Reynolds’ private school tuition voucher program, formally known as Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), for Iowa taxpayers in a recent interview on “Iowa Press.” @iowastartingline Iowa House Minority Leader Rep. Jennifer Konfrst (D-Windsor Heights) addressed the long-term costs of Gov. Reynolds…
