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How the math works on a $1.75 trillion SpaceX valuation

How the math works on a $1.75 trillion SpaceX valuation

  • MEDHA SINGH, ECHO WANG and NOEL RANDEWICH Reuters

Elon Musk’s SpaceX is seeking a $1.75 trillion valuation in its forthcoming initial public offering. How far into the stratosphere is that?

Iowa Senate passes bill establishing legal framework for hydrogen mining

Iowa Senate passes bill establishing legal framework for hydrogen mining

  • Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

The Senate passed legislation, sending it to the House, creating a legal and regulatory framework for underground hydrogen extraction on a 32-15 vote with two Democrats joining Republicans in support.

'Out of many, one,' says a US national motto. What does that push for unity mean today?

'Out of many, one,' says a US national motto. What does that push for unity mean today?

  • DEEPTI HAJELA Associated Press

The U.S. has a mixed history of dealing with inclusion and exclusion, and the question of unity remains relevant today.

Blue Bunny brand 'reimagining' its 'iconic blue-furred mascot'

Blue Bunny brand 'reimagining' its 'iconic blue-furred mascot'

  • Jared McNett Sioux City Journal

The company, which was founded in Le Mars, announced Wednesday a "reimagination of its iconic blue-furred mascot." There have been seven different "Blue Bunny" logos in the history of Wells Enterprises.

Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for April 19

Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for April 19

    Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

    Song about 8-year-old hits high note with Le Mars family

    Song about 8-year-old hits high note with Le Mars family

    • Nick Hytrek Sioux City Journal

    Mason Silverthorn likes to make up songs in the basement of his family's home in Le Mars. With his drum set, keyboard and guitar, he knocks out some notes.

    Anamosa State Penitentiary continues suspension of in-person visits

    Anamosa State Penitentiary continues suspension of in-person visits

    • Trish Mehaffey Cedar Rapids Gazette

    The Iowa Department of Corrections and the Anamosa State Penitentiary started suspending all in-person visitations last week, due to “ongoing safety and security concerns.”

    Iran tightens control of Strait of Hormuz, Trump warns against 'blackmail'

    Iran tightens control of Strait of Hormuz, Trump warns against 'blackmail'

      Tehran said it responded to a continued U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, calling it a violation of their ceasefire.

      Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

      Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

        There are faster ways to get from Chicago to Los Angeles, but none have the allure or cultural cachet of Route 66.

        Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics, including controversial drug ibogaine

        Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics, including controversial drug ibogaine

          Ibogaine, embraced by combat veterans and conservative lawmakers, is known to sometimes trigger potentially fatal heart problems.

          Republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra’s latest ad talks property taxes

          Republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra’s latest ad talks property taxes

            A new campaign ad from Iowa Republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra stresses his proposal to “lower and freeze property taxes.”

            Trump: Iran ‘can’t blackmail us’ over Strait of Hormuz

            Trump: Iran ‘can’t blackmail us’ over Strait of Hormuz

              US President Donald Trump says the US is having “very good conversations” with Iran and says he’s optimistic a deal can still be done.

              Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics

              Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics

                President Donald Trump on Saturday directed his administration to speed up reviews of certain psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, which recently has been embraced by combat veterans and conservative lawmakers despite having serious safety risks.

                Senators pass bill to end state-mandated higher education support programs

                Senators pass bill to end state-mandated higher education support programs

                  Legislation to eliminate certain higher education support programs will head to Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ desk after passage through the Iowa Senate.

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                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for April 19

                  Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for April 19

                  Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                  Iowa’s America 250 Scenic Byways Road Trip

                  Iowa’s America 250 Scenic Byways Road Trip

                  Brennan Dolan, cultural resources team lead and tribal liaison for the Iowa Department of Transportation, discusses the “Iowa’s America 250 Scenic Byways Road Trip” series t the Hitchcock Nature Center in Honey Creek on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

                  Barry Jurgensen discusses the story of John Williamson

                  Barry Jurgensen discusses the story of John Williamson

                  Barry Jurgensen, Midwest regional manager of the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom, discusses the story of John Williamson in Council Bluffs during a presentation at the Hitchcock Nature Center in Honey Creek on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

                  Underground Railroad and America 250

                  Underground Railroad and America 250

                  Brennan Dolan, cultural resources team lead and tribal liaison for the Iowa Department of Transportation, discusses the Underground Railroad's connection to America 250 themes at the Hitchcock Nature Center in Honey Creek on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

                  State & Regional

                  Iowa Senate passes bill establishing legal framework for hydrogen mining

                  Iowa Senate passes bill establishing legal framework for hydrogen mining

                  The Senate passed legislation, sending it to the House, creating a legal and regulatory framework for underground hydrogen extraction on a 32-15 vote with two Democrats joining Republicans in support.

                  Blue Bunny brand 'reimagining' its 'iconic blue-furred mascot'

                  Blue Bunny brand 'reimagining' its 'iconic blue-furred mascot'

                  The company, which was founded in Le Mars, announced Wednesday a "reimagination of its iconic blue-furred mascot." There have been seven different "Blue Bunny" logos in the history of Wells Enterprises.

                  Song about 8-year-old hits high note with Le Mars family

                  Song about 8-year-old hits high note with Le Mars family

                  Mason Silverthorn likes to make up songs in the basement of his family's home in Le Mars. With his drum set, keyboard and guitar, he knocks out some notes.

                  Anamosa State Penitentiary continues suspension of in-person visits

                  Anamosa State Penitentiary continues suspension of in-person visits

                  The Iowa Department of Corrections and the Anamosa State Penitentiary started suspending all in-person visitations last week, due to “ongoing safety and security concerns.”

                  Nation & World

                  How the math works on a $1.75 trillion SpaceX valuation

                  How the math works on a $1.75 trillion SpaceX valuation

                  Elon Musk’s SpaceX is seeking a $1.75 trillion valuation in its forthcoming initial public offering. How far into the stratosphere is that?

                  'Out of many, one,' says a US national motto. What does that push for unity mean today?

                  'Out of many, one,' says a US national motto. What does that push for unity mean today?

                  The U.S. has a mixed history of dealing with inclusion and exclusion, and the question of unity remains relevant today.

                  Iran tightens control of Strait of Hormuz, Trump warns against 'blackmail'

                  Iran tightens control of Strait of Hormuz, Trump warns against 'blackmail'

                  Tehran said it responded to a continued U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, calling it a violation of their ceasefire.

                  Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

                  Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

                  There are faster ways to get from Chicago to Los Angeles, but none have the allure or cultural cachet of Route 66.

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                  New documentary explores possibility of serial killer near Omaha

                  New documentary explores possibility of serial killer near Omaha

                  Song about 8-year-old hits high note with Le Mars family

                  Song about 8-year-old hits high note with Le Mars family

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                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                  Crime

                  Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                  Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                  A Sidney man arrested on suspicion of litancy of charges is also accused of injuring two sheriff's deputies and jail staff upon his booking into the Fremont County Jail.

                  3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                  3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                  The Page County Sheriff's Office said two vehicles were involved in a crash where they sustained heavy damage on Monday, Oct. 27, about 5:57 p.m.

                  Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                  Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                  A man from an unincorporated community in Page County was arrested following a short standoff Friday evening.

                  51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                  51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                  A 51-year-old resident of Sidney was flown by medical helicopter to Omaha after a crash involving a wrong-way driver Tuesday morning.

                  Politics

                  Iowa Senate passes bill establishing legal framework for hydrogen mining

                  Iowa Senate passes bill establishing legal framework for hydrogen mining

                  The Senate passed legislation, sending it to the House, creating a legal and regulatory framework for underground hydrogen extraction on a 32-15 vote with two Democrats joining Republicans in support.

                  Republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra’s latest ad talks property taxes

                  Republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra’s latest ad talks property taxes

                  A new campaign ad from Iowa Republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra stresses his proposal to “lower and freeze property taxes.”

                  Senators pass bill to end state-mandated higher education support programs

                  Senators pass bill to end state-mandated higher education support programs

                  Legislation to eliminate certain higher education support programs will head to Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ desk after passage through the Iowa Senate.

                  State universities see flat funding under House Republican budget bill

                  State universities see flat funding under House Republican budget bill

                  Iowa House legislation setting state appropriations for different education systems and programs passed through subcommittee Wednesday, despite concerns from lawmakers of status quo funding.

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