DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 16 -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: * * * Campground at Lewis and Clark State Park to close due to hazardous tree removal * ONAWA - Due to safety concerns created from dead or dying cottonwood trees, the Lewis and Clark State Park campground is closed until further notice. The DNR will remove hazardous trees while the campground is closed. The park currently remains open for day-use activities such as picnicking and walk  more

DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 16 -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: * * * Diversifying, enhancing habitat at Sugema benefits nesting and migrating birds, and local recreation * The Sugema Wildlife Area-Lacey-Keosauqua State Park-Shimek State Forest areas make up a hub of outdoor recreation in far southeast Iowa, six miles from the Missouri state line. "This area has something for everyone - hiking, biking, hunting, bird watching, paddling, fishing, cam  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Nunn Protecting Iowa's Tradition of Agriculture * In Iowa, farming is more than a job, it's a way of life. Representative Zach Nunn just introduced new legislation to ensure young people can pick up the reins to continue the tradition of agriculture in Iowa. Nunn's Next Generation of Farmers Act will help young farmers purchase farmland and keep their family farms operating into the nex  more

DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 16 -- The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship issued the following news: * * * Official Photos Now Available from the 2025 Iowa State Fair Ceremonies Hosted by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship * # Photos are available for publication and public use DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 16, 2025) - The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship hosted three successful award ceremonies during the 2025 Iowa State Fair. Official photos   more

DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 16 -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: * * * Recent addition provides access to west side of Ventura Marsh * A new 70-acre addition to Ventura Marsh's southwest corner will provide access to the west side of the popular wildlife area and filter runoff from 200 acres of land before entering the popular marsh. The addition was a donation facilitated by the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation who worked with private citizens to p  more

DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 16 -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: * * * Registration renewals now open for Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs) * Off-highway vehicle owners can now renew their registrations for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), off-road utility vehicles (ORVs), off-road motorcycles (ORM), and snowmobiles. The registration window opened Sept. 1 and closes Dec. 31, 2025. To renew a registration, visit any County Recorder's office, or go to the Iowa   more

DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 16 -- The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship issued the following news: * * * Secretary Naig to Present the Ebaugh Family with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award * # Multi-generational Bremer County family to be honored during a ceremony at their farm DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 16, 2025) - Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will present the Ebaugh family of Bremer County with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award. The presentation will take place d  more

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Trone Garriot and Konfrst Stand By While Carrigan Calls for Violence * A new report exposes far-left conspiracy theorist Xavier Carrigan, candidate for Congress in Iowa's Third Congressional District, for openly using dangerous rhetoric that incites political violence. At the Polk County Democrat Party Steak Fry, Xavier told the crowd, "When they go low, we drive our knee right into their  more

DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 17 -- The Des Moines Public Schools issued the following news release on Sept. 16, 2025: * * * Volunteers Present 9,000 Signatures to School Board Reimagining Education Bond Referendum Heads to November 4 Ballot * An initiative to improve student outcomes, including innovative programs and improved facilities, is on its way to the voters in November. Des Moines Public Schools has been presented with more than 9,000 petition signatures, marking a significant milestone  more