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Iowa food bank warns of strain as SNAP cuts loom
The budget reconciliation bill passed by Congress this summer is set to hit the state with higher costs for food assistance and leaders said charities are not able to fill the gap.
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EPA rescinds protections for Iowa drinking water
The Environmental Protection Agency has overturned a 2024 ruling that sought to protect some of Iowa’s largest waterways that provide drinking water for half a million people.
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AARP Iowa marks 90th anniversary of Social Security
AARP Iowa is marking the 90th anniversary of Social Security by helping people understand its importance and hearing from Iowans about how much they rely on it.
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The link between Iowa’s worsening water quality and rising cancer rate
Iowa’s rising cancer rate has many causes. Our worsening water quality is one.
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Iowa farmers bridge generational gap through mentorship program
Iowa’s Labor4Learning program pairs experienced farmers with newcomers, creating mentorships that ease farmland transition and build agricultural skills.
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From golf to groceries: 11 best senior discounts in Des Moines
Seniors looking for deals in Iowa’s capital can learn all about the best senior discounts in Des Moines.
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Iowa Starting Line: 10 years of doing things differently. What you can learn.
We’ve built up an important community that has stood up for Iowans. What a world. Amidst all the stupidity and suffering so far in 2025, our team has had one small reason to celebrate: Iowa Starting Line turned 10 years old earlier this year. It’s a minor miracle that Starting Line has survived this long—launching…
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US cuts funding for Iowa’s International Writing Program
The U.S. Department of State has terminated funding for the University of Iowa’s International Writing Program, which will significantly impact its operations.
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The 9 weirdest Iowa news stories from 2024
From a water buffalo chase to a bowling prodigy’s perfect game, explore nine of the most unusual and memorable Iowa news stories from 2024.
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University of Iowa shines in online program rankings
US News & World Report ranks nine University of Iowa online programs among the country’s best, including nursing and finance.
