🗣️ It’s Friday, and the first day of spring for us in the Northern Hemisphere! And it finally feels like it, too! 

Time for Only in Iowa, this week’s pet photo, Positively Iowa, and news you can use.

An incoming tornado. (Greg Johnson/Unsplash)

Peak tornado season in Iowa typically occurs from late spring to early summer, with the majority of storms hitting the state in April, May, and June. Which means it’s time to prepare.

Here’s why Iowa gets so many tornadoes, the difference between a watch and a warning, what to pack in an emergency kit, and how to find the best safe room.

Local news is essential for democracy.

Our reporting cuts through false narratives, documents what’s actually happening in our communities, and provides voters with the clear, factual information they need—especially when the stakes are high.

The Iowa Secretary of State’s office Monday released the finalized list of candidates who will appear on the June 2, 2026 primary.

“They’re all  trying to  reign in  higher education in some way, from a conservative perspective,” said Dr. Chris Martin. “It’s something that Iowans never asked for.”

Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Amie Rivers. It was edited by Brook Bolen.

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