RADIO IOWA: Bill to set up four-year degree programs at five Iowa community college stalls in Senate
A bill that would have allowed five Iowa community colleges to offer a limited number of four-year degrees has stalled in the Senate. Senate Majority Leader Mike Klimesh of Spillville says there was no consensus among Senate
RADIO IOWA: House OKs HMO premium tax hike to draw millions in federal matching funds
The Iowa House has passed a bill to temporarily raise the premium tax on private companies that offer HMOs to Iowans, as well as the three companies that manage Iowa’s Medicaid program. The nine-month measure would generate
Iowa State Fair updates parking and transit options for 2026
The Iowa State Fair is rolling out several parking and traffic improvements for 2026 aimed at making travel to and from the fairgrounds smoother and safer. Fair officials say the changes come after reviewing traffic patterns and
Rowan City Council sets meeting agendas for March 23
The Rowan City Council will hold a public hearing and special meeting Monday evening at the Rowan Community Center. According to the agenda, the council will begin with a public hearing at 6 p.m. to review the
Klaver to meet with lawmakers during Farm Bureau trip
Updated 3-22-26 @ 22:20 A candidate for the Iowa House is preparing to take part in a national policy trip focused on agriculture issues. Beau Klaver, a candidate for Iowa House District 55, will travel to Washington,
Eldora-New Providence school board set agenda for March 23 meeting
The Eldora-New Providence School Board will hold a public hearing and special meeting Monday at the district office boardroom. The board will begin with a public hearing to review the proposed property tax levy. The hearing will
Wright County Supervisors set agenda for March 23 meeting
The Wright County Board of Supervisors will meet Monday morning in Clarion in the courthouse basement. The board will hear from Wright County Assessor Tonee Nicholas, who is expected to present Slough Bill applications for consideration. After
Friday Birthdays & Anniversaries
Today’s birthday spotlight business is: Today’s winner will receive: Today’s birthday spotlight business is: Schuck Realty of Parkersburg Today’s winner will receive: T&L Pizza Plus Gift Certificate (Pick up gift at Schuck Realty) Happy Birthday to…
Nomination of Sen. Markwayne Mullin as Sec’y of Homeland Security advances after narrow committee vote
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is one step nearer to becoming the next head of the Department of Homeland Security after the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee narrowly approved his nomination on Thursday. The panel voted 8–7
Missing University of Alabama student on spring break in Barcelona is found dead
Update: Authorities announced on Thursday that University of Alabama student James “Jimmy” Gracey, 20, who was reported missing in Barcelona, Spain while on spring break, has been found dead. A representative from the Barcelona police said in