Wednesday - September 16, 2026

News Tipoffs - Iowa Editors

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Airwaves for Kids to support local children and families
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Sept. 3 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Airwaves for Kids to support local children and families * BISMARCK, N.D. -Sanford Children's Hospital in Bismarck, the Sanford Health Foundation and Townsquare Media are partnering for the inaugural Airwaves for Kids Broadcast of Hope, a day-long radio fundraiser dedicated to supporting children and families across central and western North Dakota. The event will broadcast   more
Annual state auction is open online through Sept. 12
DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 2 -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: * * * Annual state auction is open online through Sept. 12 * DES MOINES - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) annual auction is currently underway and will be open through Sept. 12, 2026. The Iowa DNR has been tasked for decades to represent the State of Iowa to manage the annual sale of confiscated long guns (rifles, shotguns, bows) to the public who have the state or federal  more
Bayer advances combined seed and crop protection pipeline and enters phase of blockbuster launches
WHIPPANY, New Jersey, Sept. 2 [Category: BizPharmaceuticals] -- Bayer USA, an enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of health care and nutrition, posted the following news: * * * Bayer advances combined seed and crop protection pipeline and enters phase of blockbuster launches * * Commercialization of two blockbusters already started, with additional launches expected over the next years * Bayer announces genome-edited standable soy and development of herbicide tole  more
Bayer advances combined seed and crop protection pipeline and enters phase of blockbuster launches
LEVERKUSEN, Germany, Sept. 2 [Category: BizPharmaceuticals] -- Bayer Group, a pharmaceutical and life sciences company, posted the following news release: * * * Bayer advances combined seed and crop protection pipeline and enters phase of blockbuster launches * 2026-0131-1 Bayer is implementing its previously announced ambition to bring 10 blockbusters to market over 10 years. Huxley, Iowa, September 2, 2026 - Bayer is implementing its previously announced ambition to bring 10 blockbusters  more
Corps of Engineers celebrates McGregor Lake restoration project completion
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-St. Paul District issued the following news release: * * * Corps of Engineers celebrates McGregor Lake restoration project completion * ST. PAUL, Minn. - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, will celebrate the completion of its $25 million McGregor Lake habitat rehabilitation and enhancement project with a ribbon cutting, Sept. 22. The event is open to the public and will take place at the Marquette Marina Pavil  more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Inside Elections Shift Alaska, Ohio, and Kansas Senate Races Towards Democrats
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026: * * * Inside Elections Shift Alaska, Ohio, and Kansas Senate Races Towards Democrats Momentum is continuing to build for Senate Democrats as race raters at Inside Elections shift three Senate races - in Alaska, Ohio, and Kansas - towards Democrats. Republicans are "decidedly on defense" with just two months to go until Election Day. The latest move comes just weeks after Ins  more
DOE Idaho National Laboratory: Smart Farm Operating System Goes From Lab to Tractor
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, Sept. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Idaho National Laboratory issued the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026: * * * Smart farm operating system goes from lab to tractor It is July, and Montana farmers are testing software from the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) on a tractor's autosteer operating system. The software uses field data to tell a tractor where to travel for the most efficient drive path. Then, the tractor pulls a 90-foot-long agricultural sprayer that  more
E15 on Track to become Iowa's Top-Selling Fuel in 2026
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 3 [Category: Energy] -- The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association posted the following news release: * * * E15 on Track to become Iowa's Top-Selling Fuel in 2026 * WEST DES MOINES, IA - Iowa fuel terminals distributed more than 46 million gallons of E15 during August, the second highest amount on record, according to monthly fuel tax data released by the Iowa Department of Revenue. Based on Iowa Renewable Fuels Association projections, E15 is on track to eclipse E10 a  more
Emerging Hispanic Leaders Attended Leadership Experience
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, Sept. 2 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Emerging Hispanic Leaders Attended Leadership Experience * Seton Hall University recently welcomed talented high school students from across the country for the American Lorenzo de Zavala (LDZ) Youth Legislative Session, a flagship leadership program presented by the National Hispanic Institute (NHI). The seven-night residential experience brought 135 rising high school juniors to campus for an immers  more
Faculty-led study abroad programs advance student success through global learning
IOWA CITY, Iowa, Sept. 3 -- The University of Iowa International Programs posted the following news: * * * Faculty-led study abroad programs advance student success through global learning * From visiting majestic mountains and exploring cultural traditions, to visiting business districts, schools and local hospitals, University of Iowa (UI) students spent the summer learning around the world through faculty-led study abroad programs that turned the world into their classroom. This summer a  more
Four Western Iowa Tech Students Earn Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships
SIOUX CITY, Iowa, Sept. 2 -- Western Iowa Tech Community College posted the following news: * * * Four Western Iowa Tech Students Earn Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships * Four Western Iowa Tech Community College students have earned scholarships through Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, receiving a combined $11,000 in recognition of their academic achievement, leadership, service, and career goals. The students are members of Western Iowa Tech's Beta Zeta Mu Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa. Sharon Rosl  more
Governor Reynolds receives Harry S. Truman Award for Distinguished Service in Support of National Defense
DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 2 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Reynolds receives Harry S. Truman Award for Distinguished Service in Support of National Defense * On Sunday, August 30, 2026, Governor Reynolds was presented with the National Guard Association of the United States' highest honor during their 148th General Conference & Exhibition in Indianapolis, Indiana. For over four decades, the organization has recognized civilian and military leade  more
Grassley Joins Moran, Smith, 50 Colleagues to Urge Expanded Markets for U.S. Cattle Producers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Grassley Joins Moran, Smith, 50 Colleagues to Urge Expanded Markets for U.S. Cattle Producers * BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a lifelong family farmer and member of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee, joined U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith (R-Neb.) and 50 of their colleagues in a letter urging President Trump to prioritize policies that expand  more
Grassley to Host Seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit in Des Moines for High School Students
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Grassley to Host Seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit in Des Moines for High School Students * BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) will host his seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the U.S. District Courthouse in Des Moines. "While the executive and legislative branches spend more time in the limelight, the federa  more
Grassley to Host Seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit in Des Moines for High School Students
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026: * * * Grassley to Host Seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit in Des Moines for High School Students BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) will host his seventh Federal Judiciary Youth Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the U.S. District Courthouse in Des Moines. "While the executive and legisla  more
International Programs welcomes three new faculty-directed affinity groups
IOWA CITY, Iowa, Sept. 3 -- The University of Iowa International Programs posted the following news: * * * International Programs welcomes three new faculty-directed affinity groups * Three new International Programs affinity groups are creating new opportunities for collaboration and global engagement across the University of Iowa (UI). The Southwest Asian and North African Studies Group (SWANA), the Food Studies Group (FSG), and the Global Exchange Network are the newest additions to Int  more
Iowa Education Innovation Hub launches
IOWA CITY, Iowa, Sept. 2 -- The University of Iowa College of Education posted the following news: * * * Iowa Education Innovation Hub launches * The newly launched University of Iowa Education Innovation Hub (UI EIH) aims to create meaningful partnerships that connect research, service, professional learning, and innovation in ways that directly support Iowa schools and communities. UI EIH Director, Kari Vogelgesang, centers a "research as service" philosophy for the initiative. "What are  more
Iowa State-led team uses data and AI to design next-generation organic electronic materials
AMES, Iowa, Sept. 3 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: * * * Iowa State-led team uses data and AI to design next-generation organic electronic materials * AMES, Iowa - If you want to make the next generation of wearable sensors, biomedical devices and other bioelectronics, you're going to need new, high-performance conducting materials. So how do you find new and better materials for your electronic devices? One by one, synthesizing, characterizing and testing a few  more
Iowa State-led team uses data and AI to design next-generation organic electronic materials
AMES, Iowa, Sept. 3 -- Iowa State University College of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Iowa State-led team uses data and AI to design next-generation organic electronic materials * #Quick look Iowa State's Wenjie Xia is leading a team developing data-driven, materials-by-design approaches to discover organic electronic materials. The materials could be used for flexible electronics, wearable sensors, bioelectronics and other emerging technologies. AMES, Iowa - If you want to   more
IRFA PAC Announces 2026 Champions of Renewable Fuels
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 2 [Category: Energy] -- The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association posted the following news release: * * * IRFA PAC Announces 2026 Champions of Renewable Fuels * "IRFA PAC is proud to recognize the Iowa legislators who have consistently stood up for renewable fuels and the people who depend on them," said IRFA PAC Treasurer Chad Kuhlers. "Renewable fuels strengthen the value of Iowa's agricultural products, create economic opportunities across our state, and help deli  more
Labor IG: No Amount Too Small, No Fraud Too Large--And Counting - $3.1 Million Nigerian Money-Laundering Ring and Farmworker Visa Scam Busted
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Labor Office of Inspector General issued the following news release on Sept. 3, 2026: * * * No Amount Too Small, No Fraud Too Large--And Counting: $3.1 Million Nigerian Money-Laundering Ring and Farmworker Visa Scam Busted This week, the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Inspector General (DOL OIG) secured key convictions against those who sought to exploit American workers and federally funded labor programs. Working alongside federal, state and  more
Miller-Meeks Leads Bipartisan Push to Cap Insulin Prices at $35
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Miller-Meeks Leads Bipartisan Push to Cap Insulin Prices at $35 * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D. (IA-01) is leading efforts on the Improving Needed Safeguards for Users of Lifesaving Insulin Now (INSULIN) Act of 2026, bipartisan legislation that caps out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35 a month for Americans on private insurance, building on the fight Miller-Me  more
New ISU demonstration site to put public spotlight on water-quality best practices
AMES, Iowa, Sept. 2 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: * * * New ISU demonstration site to put public spotlight on water-quality best practices * AMES, Iowa -Iowa State University scientists have invented and refined several practices to improve the quality of water flowing through Iowa farms. A new Iowa State project will soon provide an in-person look at those conservation measures designed to reduce nutrients in agricultural runoff. With help from a $1 million gr  more
NSSF Celebrates Outstanding Support for National Shooting Sports Month
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 [Category: Business] -- NSSF-The Firearm Industry Trade Association, issued the following news release: * * * NSSF Celebrates Outstanding Support for National Shooting Sports Month * WASHINGTON, D.C. -NSSF(r), The Firearm Industry Trade Association, celebrates widespread support and participation in the 10th annual National Shooting Sports Month(r), which ran throughout the month of August. To commemorate America's 250th anniversary, this year's National Shooting Sports   more
Nunn Introduces Bill to Cut Red Tape, Give Iowans Clearer Insurance Information
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Nunn Introduces Bill to Cut Red Tape, Give Iowans Clearer Insurance Information * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Representatives Zach Nunn (IA-03) and Brittany Petterson (CO-07) today introduced the Consumer-Led Enhancement of Annuity and Insurance Registration Forms (CLEAR Forms) Act, bipartisan legislation requiring the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to create clear, tailored registration forms for certain  more
Nunn Presses Trump Administration to Develop Plan for Iowa Cattleman
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Nunn Presses Trump Administration to Develop Plan for Iowa Cattleman * Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) joined 51 members of Congress in sending a letter to President Donald Trump urging the Administration to prioritize market stability for American cattle producers and to consult closely with them before enacting decisions that move livestock markets. The letter comes after the Administration moved to al  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Blasts Chris Mann With New Ad
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Blasts Chris Mann With New Ad * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased an ad from its affiliated group Safer Kansas Fund, committed to electing conservative attorneys general and a safer Kansas. "The choice for Kansas is clear: Kris Kobach has spent four years making Kansas safer, wh  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Blasts Nicole Cannizzaro With New Ad, Throwing Support Behind Adriana Guzman Fralick
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Blasts Nicole Cannizzaro With New Ad, Throwing Support Behind Adriana Guzman Fralick * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased an ad from its affiliated group, Safer Nevada Fund, committed to electing conservative attorneys general and a safer Nevada. "As a mother, small business owne  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Highlights Mayes Middleton With New Ad
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Highlights Mayes Middleton With New Ad * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased an ad from its affiliated group, Safer Texas Fund, committed to electing conservative attorneys general and a safer Texas. "This is one of the most consequential Attorney General contests in the country,"  more
Secretary Naig to Present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to the Knupp Family of Washington County
DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 3 -- The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship issued the following news: * * * Secretary Naig to Present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to the Knupp Family of Washington County * Sixth-generation southeast Iowa farm family recognized for livestock care, conservation, agricultural leadership and community service DES MOINES, Iowa (Sept. 3, 2026) - Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will present the Knupp family of Washington County with the We  more
Seven Sanford hospitals earn recognition from ACC
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Sept. 2 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Seven Sanford hospitals earn recognition from ACC * SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -Seven Sanford Health hospitals across four states have earned recognition from the American College of Cardiology. Sanford USD Medical Center in South Dakota, Sanford Medical Center Fargo and Sanford Bismarck Medical Center in North Dakota, Sanford Bemidji Medical Center in Minnesota, and Marshfield Medica  more
Seven youth selected to represent Michigan at the 2026 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 3 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Seven youth selected to represent Michigan at the 2026 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute * Michigan will be represented at the 2026 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute (GYI) by seven outstanding youth. The delegates were chosen from among the 78 youth who participated in the World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute, which was held May 7, on the  more
TWS Announces 2026 Wildlife Publications Awards
BETHESDA, Maryland, Sept. 4 -- The Wildlife Society, a wildlife conservation organization, posted the following news: * * * TWS announces 2026 Wildlife Publications Awards Awards include best authored and edited books as well as journal articles - The research that has won TWS' 2026 publication awards includes work on the responses of grizzly bears to low-level recreation, the management of black-tailed deer and how birds alter their flight due to artificial light at night. The awards reco  more
University of Northern Iowa's 150th anniversary arrives Sept. 6
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, Sept. 3 -- The University of Northern Iowa posted the following news release: * * * University of Northern Iowa's 150th anniversary arrives Sept. 6 * #Institution to observe sesquicentennial milestone with formal ceremony later this month CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - The Iowa State Normal School opened its doors to 27 students on Sept. 6, 1876, setting the stage for the institution's growth into the Iowa State Teachers College, the State College of Iowa and, ultimately, the Univer  more
Virginia Tech: Research Presentations Span Infant Sleep to Cancer Therapy
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Research presentations span infant sleep to cancer therapy The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute's 2026-27 Pioneers in Biomedical Research lecture series brings top scientists to Roanoke and Washington, D.C., for talks on neuroscience, cancer, cardiovascular health, metabolism, addiction policy, and more. By Leigh Anne Kelley How does sleep shape the infant brain? How can research inform addiction-related pu  more
We Welcome Antionette Priscilla Carroll to Grinnell
GRINNELL, Iowa, Sept. 3 -- Grinnell College posted the following news: * * * We Welcome Antionette Priscilla Carroll to Grinnell * We are excited to welcome Antionette Priscilla Carroll, our 2026 Social Innovator in Residence, who began her residency at Grinnell this week and will be with us through Oct. 22. During the weeks ahead, Antionette will engage with students, faculty, staff, and community members through a residency centered on trust, equity, design, and the relationships that help  more