From science to P.E., Iowa agency lists 28 ‘teacher shortage areas’
Jul 21, 2025
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) An Iowa Department of Education analysis shows there are statewide teacher shortages in over two dozen specialties, like world languages. The Algona School Board recently approved the use of…
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Iowa Lawmakers Laud HALT Fentanyl Act Signing
Jul 18, 2025
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says President Trump’s signature on a bill that classifies fentanyl-related drugs as more dangerous substances “will save lives.” The new federal law will require prison…
Weekly Fuel Report
Jul 17, 2025
DES MOINES -- The price of regular unleaded gasoline remained unchanged from last week's price and is currently averaging $2.93 across Iowa according to AAA. Crude Oil Summary The price of global crude oil fell this…
Online betting company agrees to pay thousands in fines to Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission
Jul 16, 2025
By Dar Danielson (Radio Iowa) State regulators have levied $125,000 dollars in fines for violations by the operators of the online gambling company FanDuel. There were five violations that included allowing bets that are not…
Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report
Jul 15, 2025
DES MOINES -- Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally,…
Iowa HHS director highlights partnership with network of evangelical churches
Jul 14, 2025
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) The head of Iowa’s Department of Health and Human Services says she’s “deep and meaningful” developing partnerships with Iowa pastors and churches to help for Iowans facing personal challenges.…
Water Summary Update: Drought conditions improve due to late June rainfall
Jul 11, 2025
DES MOINES – Drought conditions improved slightly across much of the state due to above-normal precipitation totals in June, according to the latest Water Summary Update. Despite receiving below-normal precipitation at the beginning of the…
Weekly Fuel Report
Jul 10, 2025
DES MOINES -- The price of regular unleaded gasoline dropped 6 cents from last week's price and is currently averaging $2.93 across Iowa according to AAA. Crude Oil Summary The price of global crude oil rose…
Pheasant hunters bagged more than 460,000 Iowa roosters in 2024
Jul 09, 2025
DES MOINES -- Iowa’s 2024 estimated pheasant harvest was the second highest in nearly two decades, coming in at more than 460,000 roosters last fall, surpassed only by the 2023 harvest of 590,000. This is…
Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report
Jul 08, 2025
DES MOINES -- Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. The report is released weekly April through November. Additionally,…