Report shows economic impact of state universities on Iowa
Mar 03, 2026
By Dar Danielson (Radio Iowa) A detailed study on the economic impact of Iowa State University, the University of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa on the state was presented to the Board of…
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DNR public meetings to recap hunting, trapping seasons, discuss possible rule changes begin March 2
Mar 02, 2026
DES MOINES -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings where local staff will provide updates on recently completed hunting and trapping seasons, discuss possible changes to…
Regent questions process for setting tuition increase at Iowa universities
Feb 27, 2026
By Dar Danielson (Radio Iowa) The Board of Regents had the first reading yesterday of a proposal that would raise in-state tuition by 3% at the three state universities. Board member Christine Hensley of Des…
Weekly Fuel Report
Feb 26, 2026
DES MOINES -- The price of regular unleaded gasoline rose 14 cents from last week's price and is currently averaging $2.59 across Iowa according to AAA. Crude Oil Summary The price of global crude oil…
Iowa DOT looking to cut salt and sand budget with fewer winter storms
Feb 25, 2026
By Dar Danielson (Radio Iowa) The State Transportation Commission is discussing cutting a portion of the DOT’s snow removal budget. DOT Winter Operations director Craig Bargfrede says they haven’t been as busy as past years.…
Iowa Lottery is part of new ‘Millionaire for Life’ daily lotto game
Feb 24, 2026
By Dar Danielson (Radio Iowa) Iowa is part of new daily national lotto game along with 30 other states. Iowa Lottery CEO Matt Strawn says the “Millionaire for Life” game kicked off Sunday and you…
Groups at Iowa Capitol, lobbying for water quality
Feb 23, 2026
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) Dozens of people calling for state action on water quality rallied at the statehouse Thursday. Alison Barnhill of Huxley, a member of Food and Water Watch, addressed the crowd. “I’m…
Secretary Pate reminds state and federal candidates of the filing window to appear on Primary Election ballot
Feb 20, 2026
DES MOINES – The filing period for Iowa candidates seeking to appear on the ballot for the June 2 primary election begins Monday, February 23 and runs through Friday, March 13 at 5:00 p.m. Primary…
Spring-like weather bringing Iowa’s ice fishing season to early end
Feb 19, 2026
DES MOINES -- Ice fishing for winter 2026 is rapidly coming to an end in Iowa, including at traditional late season lakes across the far north part of the state. In the past two days,…
Eager paddlers encouraged to wait for warmer water temperatures
Feb 18, 2026
DES MOINES -- While the weather is starting to feel like spring, water temperatures are still dangerously cold. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recommends that paddlers wait for consistent warm weather to allow…