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Opinion: Fueling an America-first energy future for Iowa’s farmers
The Gazette - Iowa
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The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Being a farmer in Iowa is no easy feat, and the last few years have presented new challenges. The value of Iowa farms was down 3.1% last year due to...
Ames cosmetic surgeon files for bankruptcy, surrenders medical license
The Ames Tribune - Iowa
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Former Ames cosmetic surgeon Lindsay Sturm and her husband filed for bankruptcy after she surrendered her medical license amid accusations of incompetence. Sturm faces multiple lawsuits, including one involving a patient's death and another from a...
Judge blocks Biden-era nursing home staffing rules in Iowa lawsuit
Des Moines Register - Iowa
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A federal judge in Iowa has permanently blocked parts of a Biden administration rule mandating minimum staffing levels in nursing homes. The judge ruled the staffing requirements exceeded the authority of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid...
Inside look at Iowa basketball's offseason under coach Ben McCollum
Hawk Central - Iowa
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Iowa's men's basketball team is exhibiting high intensity and physicality in offseason workouts under new coach Ben McCollum. McCollum emphasizes defense, mirroring his successful approach at Drake University. The team is also focused on strength...
Paul L. Kendall: ‘No Kings’ requires political action
VTDigger - Vermont
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June 20, 2025
Letters to the editor are brief reader responses to stories and opinion pieces published by VTDigger. Letters give voice to community members and do not represent VTDigger’s views. To submit a letter, follow the instructions here. Dear Editor,...
Can Iowa football run the table with their 2025 schedule?
The Ames Tribune - Iowa
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Could the 2025 season have some magic in store for the Iowa Hawkeyes? Is it possible that they could run the table and go undefeated given their slate? It isn't necessarily the most likely, but based on the odds, crazier things have happened. The...
On Iowa Politics Podcast: Congressional Campaign Update Edition
The Gazette - Iowa
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On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day’s deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to...
Republicans learn to live with Trump’s limbo economy
Semafor
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June 20, 2025
As President Donald Trump’s tariffs and his tax-and-spending bill change by the hour, his party is getting accustomed to a new reality: No one knows what’s going on with the economy. Record-high uncertainty stemming from his administration’s...
United Way of Southeast Iowa has been meeting the communities needs for 100 years
Burlington Hawk Eye - Iowa
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The United Way of Southeast Iowa has provided funds for community needs to the Burlington area for 100 years. Formerly the Community Chest, the United Way of Southeast Iowa has expanded beyond Burlington and West Burlington to include 20 zip...
Vendors demand budget action, not political drama
FBC News
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June 20, 2025
Market vendors and farmers in Labasa have urged the government to prioritize everyday issues affecting Fijians rather than focusing on the current political disputes. Vendor Shakunta Lal stated that while everyone struggles daily to meet the...
Organic Iowa berry farm readies for seventh season
Missouri Farmer Today
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BRIGHTON, Iowa — Picking time is near in the seventh season at the organic Andersen Blueberry Bottom Farm in southeast Iowa. Blueberries and strawberries will be ready approximately June 21, said Kim Andersen, who runs the business along with her...
"Starting to wonder if Caitlin Clark has a mental block": Fever fans react as Kate Martin remains undefeated against former Iowa teammate
Sportskeeda
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June 20, 2025
Caitlin Clark stayed winless against her former Iowa running mate, Kate Martin, after Thursday's 88-77 loss to the Golden State Valkyries. Clark produced one of her worst outings in the WNBA after tallying 11 points and committing six turnovers,...
Pollution, Not Drought, Prompts Lawn-Watering Ban in Des Moines
Inside Climate News
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June 19, 2025
Right before a sweltering weekend in Iowa, the water authority for the Des Moines metro area banned its 600,000 customers from watering their lawns. Though that’s a water conservation practice familiar to residents of drought-stricken states, the...
How Des Moines' sister cities work as it cuts relationship with France
Des Moines Register - Iowa
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Des Moines has paused its sister city relationship with Saint-Étienne, France, due to lack of communication. The city maintains active partnerships with Kofu, Japan; Shijiazhuang, China; and Pristina, Kosovo. The sister cities program aims to...
Ambassador of Jordan to the US Dina Kawar visits West Des Moines
Des Moines Register - Iowa
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Ambassador of Jordan to the U.S. Dina Kawar, speaks during an event at Coviance on June 18, 2025, in West Des Moines.Lily Smith/The RegisterAmbassador of Jordan to the U.S. Dina Kawar talks with local business leaders at Coviance on June 18, 2025,...
Iowa's Unemployment Rate Rises in May
Sheridan Express - Missouri
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June 19, 2025
Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.6 percent in May, up from 3.5 percent in April, despite 3,900 Iowans joining the labor force. The labor force participation rate rose to 67.3 percent, up from 67.2 percent in April....
Iowa basketball not closing door on adding to 2025-26 roster
Hawk Central - Iowa
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Iowa men's basketball is open to adding more players to its 13-man roster for the 2025-26 season. The Hawkeyes are being selective due to the late stage of the recruiting cycle and limited player availability. Visa appointment difficulties are...
Des Moines pools prepare for increased visitors amid heat wave
KCCI 8 - Iowa
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June 19, 2025
Right now -- Des Moines area pools are preparing for extra people to come cool off this weekend... as the heat index reaches dangerous levels. Holiday Aquatic Center in West Des Moines is open for business. West Des Moines Parks and Rec says...
Minnwest Bank partners with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines to award $10,000 to Tracy Area United Fund
Tracy Area Headlight Herald - Minnesota
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Minnwest Bank, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, announces that Tracy Area United Fund has been awarded a $10,000 in grants through the Member Impact Fund. This matching grant program will result in FHLB Des Moines awarding...
Georgia Legislation Expands Consumer Financial Protections
JD Supra - California
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June 19, 2025
What Happened? On May 13 and 14, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed into law three measures that amend or expand existing consumer financial protections for Georgians, and impact mortgage lending and servicing as follows: HB 240, effectively...