March Virtual Teacher License Renewal Course Dives into Iowa Core 21st Century Skills Finance Topics

AMES, Iowa – Iowa educators who want to do a deep dive into finance topics but need flexibility have until March 17 to register for “Small Change: Building Financial Security for Educators.” This Iowa State University Extension and Outreach blended course …

Newton awarded $487,500 in grants for Iowa Speedway events

Two sports tourism grants were awarded to Newton in late February by the Iowa Economic Development Authority in order boost upcoming races at the Iowa Speedway, including the return of a NASCAR Cup Series which made its debut last year with a sold-out …

Iowa Ag Secretary encouraged by Central America trade mission

News Iowa Ag Secretary encouraged by Central America trade mission The top ag official in Iowa is encouraged following a recent trade mission to Central America. Ag Secretary Mike Naig says Costa Rica and Guatemala are two strong export markets for the U.S …

How will Trump's tariffs affect Iowa?

The tariffs imposed on imports from Mexico, Canada and China by President Donald Trump could have far-reaching consequences for consumers across the country, including Iowa. Trump's 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports, plus an additional 10% …

University of Iowa International Writing Program sees federal funding cuts

The University of Iowa International Writing Program will end certain programs and shrink its next cohort after seeing federal funding cuts. (Photo courtesy of the University of Iowa International Writing Program) One of the University of Iowa’s premiere …

Former Sen. Jack Kibbie, 'father' of Iowa's community colleges, dies

Former Emmetsburg lawmaker Jack Kibbie, who served in various roles in the Iowa Capitol as president of the Iowa Senate and House member for three decades, has died at the age of 95. Remembered as the "father" of Iowa's community colleges, …

Legal status for some Ukrainian refugees, including Iowa, could end

The Trump administration plans to revoke temporary legal status for about 240,000 Ukrainians who fled the conflict with Russia. Among them are some in Iowa. This decision is part of a broader effort to end humanitarian parole programs launched by the Biden …

Iowa's Brad Zaun says he's joining Donald Trump's administration

Former Iowa state senator Brad Zaun announced he will take on a position in Republican President Donald Trump's administration at the Small Business Administration. Zaun, an Urbandale Republican, was among Trump's earliest endorsers when he first …

Why 'funnel' is judgment day for Iowa bills. Our 60-second explanation

If you follow the Iowa Legislature, you probably have heard about "funnel" week. But do you really understand it? Here's what it means. What is 'funnel' week at the Iowa Legislature? The Legislature has self-imposed deadlines to help …

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