John Latham honored for leadership in independent seed industry
John Latham, president of Latham Hi‑Tech Seeds of Alexander was honored this week as Independent of the Year at the 37th Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) Annual Conference held in Indianapolis. The award recognizes Latham’s leadership and
USDA Crop Report shows record production, ample supplies
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s annual crop report released Monday, shows record-setting production and a more bearish outlook for grain markets. USDA estimates the 2025 U.S. corn crop at roughly 17 billion bushels, the largest on record,
RADIO IOWA: St. Ansgar theater gets national grant for America’s 250th anniversary
A theater company in the northern Iowa town of St. Ansgar has received an $18,000 federal grant to produce musical theater productions celebrating American history this summer. Cedar Summerstock Theatre Executive Artistic Director Nancy Nickerson Lee says
RADIO IOWA: Pipeline bill advancing in Iowa legislature’s first week
A bill that would ban the use of eminent domain for pipelines carrying carbon dioxide has cleared initial committee review in the Iowa House. The bill is similar to a South Dakota law and would not allow
Agribusiness Association of Iowa honors Sukup, others with inaugural Agribusiness Impact Award
The Agribusiness Association of Iowa has announced the inaugural recipients of its Agribusiness Impact Award, recognizing exceptional contributions to Iowa agriculture. The association says Steve Sukup, Dave Tierney and Liqui-Grow will be honored during the Agribusiness Showcase
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa opens 2026 scholarship applications
Applications are now open for more than $700,000 in scholarships through the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa. The foundation announced Monday that its 2026 scholarship application process is underway, with a deadline of 8 p.m. on March
Standley Strait of Eldora – Celebration of life at a later date
A celebration of life for 75-year-old Standley Strait of Eldora will be held at a later date. Adams Celebration of Life is serving the family. Standley Strait passed away Saturday, January 10th at Eldora Specialty Care.
AARP Iowa opens Community Challenge Grant applications
According to an Iowa News Service story, for organizations working to help improve or revitalize their communities, AARP Iowa has opened its annual Community Challenge Grant application period. The grants are awarded to help with projects that
Jans and Cindy Reysack of Dumont – Joint celebration of life at a later date
A joint celebration of life for 78-year-old Jans Reysack, and his wife 72-year-old Cindy Reysack, of Dumont will be held at a later date. Woodley Funeral Home is caring for the family. Jans Reysack passed away December
Edward Stadtlander of Meservey – Visitation January 17th
A visitation and time of remembrance for 85-year-old Edward “Ed” Stadtlander of Meservey will be Saturday, January 17th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Andrews Funeral Home in Belmond. Burial will be in the Immanuel Reformed Cemetery,