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It’s election season in Iowa. What voters need to know for 2025 city and school elections
Iowans will soon head to the polls to cast their votes in the 2025 city council and school board elections.
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Renee Hardman chosen as Iowa Democrats’ nominee to replace Claire Celsi
Iowa Democrats have chosen West Des Moines City Council Member Renee Hardman as the party’s nominee for a coming special election for an Iowa legislative seat left vacant by the death of Sen. Claire Celsi. Hardman defeated four other candidates at an Oct. 21 special nominating convention to win the Democratic nomination. She promised to…
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Hey Iowa, did you know you can get a library card at any library in the state?
Obtaining a library card in Iowa isn’t restricted to a city of residence. Any Iowan can get a library card at any library in the state.
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Lansing bridge — the only Mississippi River crossing for 60 miles — is closing permanently
Lansing bridge, a transportation lifeline connecting Lansing in northeast Iowa to Wisconsin, is set to close in October.
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Big harvest no comfort to Iowa farmers, who worry about another Farm Crisis
President Donald Trump is expected to announce soon that his administration will send billions of dollars in assistance to farmers.
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Des Moines schools still focused on $265 million bond vote, despite Ian Roberts arrest
30,000 reasons. That’s what Interim Superintendent Matt Smith said he would point to: the district’s 30,000 students, when asked why Des Moines Public Schools’ upcoming bond referendum still matters in the wake of the recent scandal involving former superintendent Ian Roberts.
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This quirky Des Moines home up for sale features a working fire pole
Built by a well-respected local architect as their personal residence, a quirky home for sale in the Lower Beaver neighborhood hides a very unusual design choice on its second floor.
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Kinnick Stadium to host EA Sports tournament to raise money for children’s hospital
Gamers will take over Kinnick Stadium this weekend to compete in a College Football 26 tournament for charity.
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Iowa City ‘Free Speech’ rally highlights state’s legacy in First Amendment battles
Iowa has long stood at the intersection of First Amendment battles.
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Hundreds gather for ‘protective accompaniment’ event outside Cedar Rapids ICE office
More than 200 people rallied at Escucha Mi Voz Iowa’s “protective accompaniment” event on Wednesday to support families and individuals during their routine immigration check-ins at Cedar Rapids ICE Field Office.
