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Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for Iowans to donate blood amid national shortage

Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for Iowans to donate blood amid national shortage

  • Robin Opsahl Iowa Capital Dispatch

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds called for Iowans to donate blood amid a national shortage this summer — and said she would “lead by example” with a donation Wednesday.

Iowa sets new transmission standards for noise, guy wires, field strength

Iowa sets new transmission standards for noise, guy wires, field strength

  • Cami Koons Iowa Capital Dispatch

Newly adopted rules from the Iowa Utilities Commission aim to “mitigate potential impacts” of proposed large-scale transmission projects. 

Iowa Pork Producers to hand out 1,776 pork chops for America 250

Iowa Pork Producers to hand out 1,776 pork chops for America 250

  • Cami Koons Iowa Capital Dispatch

The Iowa Pork Producers Association plans to have a “1776 Pork Chop Salute” at the Iowa State Fair this summer to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Environmental groups sue Iowa DNR over Ottumwa coal plant discharge permits

Environmental groups sue Iowa DNR over Ottumwa coal plant discharge permits

  • Cami Koons Iowa Capital Dispatch

A group of environmental organizations allege in a lawsuit that the Iowa Department of Natural Resources granted illegal discharge permits to a coal plant and its landfill in Ottumwa. 

Political Soapbox to host 21 candidates at 2026 Iowa State Fair

Political Soapbox to host 21 candidates at 2026 Iowa State Fair

  • HAILEY PECK Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

So far, 21 candidates have secured their slot to talk at The Des Moines Register Political Soapbox at the Iowa State Fair. 

Iowa Republican candidates' tax tour collides with manufacturing job losses

Iowa Republican candidates' tax tour collides with manufacturing job losses

  • Liam Halawith and Marissa Payne Des Moines Register

Two Iowa Republicans up for reelection in Congress touted the One Big, Beautiful Bill as a boon for U.S. manufacturers during a pair of visits to large manufacturers in their home districts.

Iowa secretary of state recognized for voter education, election security efforts

Iowa secretary of state recognized for voter education, election security efforts

  • Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate has received national recognition from two leading election administration organizations for the office's voter education and election security initiatives.

Rob Sand talks data centers, eminent domain, stakes of Iowa governor's race

Rob Sand talks data centers, eminent domain, stakes of Iowa governor's race

    Rob Sand, the 2026 Democratic nominee for Iowa governor, had just one word when asked about the news that President Donald Trump had endorsed Sand's opponent, Republican Zach Lahn.

    Dave Muhlbauer calls to restore local control as officials criticize property tax law

    Dave Muhlbauer calls to restore local control as officials criticize property tax law

      Democratic lieutenant governor nominee Dave Muhlbauer met with Linn County officials who said state policies are straining local budgets and services.

      Company claims workers in Mills County conspired to take over classified work

      Company claims workers in Mills County conspired to take over classified work

        A group of western Iowa businessmen are being sued over an alleged “brazen and coordinated scheme” to take over highly classified work for the federal government by poaching employees.

        The Smithsonian needed a butter cow. Iowa's Sarah Pratt got the call

        The Smithsonian needed a butter cow. Iowa's Sarah Pratt got the call

          Of the nearly 250 objects she curated to appear in the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s exhibition on state fairs, the butter cow, in particular, made her anxious.

          Cutler, O’Neill families built a 125-year legacy in funeral service in Council Bluffs

          Cutler, O’Neill families built a 125-year legacy in funeral service in Council Bluffs

            Bill Cutler III and Steve O'Neill continue a legacy built over more than a century on family and the understanding that the job is never truly over.

            Homeless Iowans, providers brace for impact of federal funding changes

            Homeless Iowans, providers brace for impact of federal funding changes

              More than 700 Iowans could lose housing because of changes to a homelessness assistance program run by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

              Offutt Air Force Base's air show readies for return to skies this weekend

              Offutt Air Force Base's air show readies for return to skies this weekend

                Offutt Air Force Base is putting on a show this weekend, but attendees should prepare now to attend.

                Local News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 18

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 18

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 17

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 17

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 16

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 16

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 15

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for August 15

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                State & Regional

                Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for Iowans to donate blood amid national shortage

                Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for Iowans to donate blood amid national shortage

                Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds called for Iowans to donate blood amid a national shortage this summer — and said she would “lead by example” with a donation Wednesday.

                Iowa sets new transmission standards for noise, guy wires, field strength

                Iowa sets new transmission standards for noise, guy wires, field strength

                Newly adopted rules from the Iowa Utilities Commission aim to “mitigate potential impacts” of proposed large-scale transmission projects. 

                Iowa Pork Producers to hand out 1,776 pork chops for America 250

                Iowa Pork Producers to hand out 1,776 pork chops for America 250

                The Iowa Pork Producers Association plans to have a “1776 Pork Chop Salute” at the Iowa State Fair this summer to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

                Environmental groups sue Iowa DNR over Ottumwa coal plant discharge permits

                Environmental groups sue Iowa DNR over Ottumwa coal plant discharge permits

                A group of environmental organizations allege in a lawsuit that the Iowa Department of Natural Resources granted illegal discharge permits to a coal plant and its landfill in Ottumwa. 

                Nation & World

                Sen. Jon Ossoff Calls Out Trump’s Alleged Travels With Aide Natalie in Fiery Speech | TMZ Live

                Sen. Jon Ossoff Calls Out Trump’s Alleged Travels With Aide Natalie in Fiery Speech | TMZ Live

                Sen. Jon Ossoff mentioned Trump's aide Natalie Harp during a speech Sunday ... claiming Trump would rather build his White House ballroom and "travel with Natalie" than do his job as POTUS.

                Who is Natalie Harp, Trump’s trusted executive assistant?

                Who is Natalie Harp, Trump’s trusted executive assistant?

                Here'a a look at Natalie Harp, President Donald Trump’s executive assistant.

                US kindergarten vaccine coverage continues downward trend

                US kindergarten vaccine coverage continues downward trend

                This is the first data for kindergartners who have enrolled into U.S. schools since Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, became the country's health secretary.

                Georgia mom charged with murder in baby's hot car death, sparking outrage

                Georgia mom charged with murder in baby's hot car death, sparking outrage

                Advocates call the prosecution unusually harsh and say the woman suffered from stress and sleep deprivation that impaired her memory.

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