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What the Governor of Iowa Can Do About Congressional Maps

What the Governor of Iowa Can Do About Congressional Maps

An explanation of Iowa's unique, non-partisan redistricting process and the specific, formal powers the state's governor has over the final maps.
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Carlisle, Iowa, Continues Under 'Do Not Use Water' Order Following Main Break

Carlisle, Iowa, Continues Under 'Do Not Use Water' Order Following Main Break

The city of Carlisle, Iowa, remains under a 'do not use water' order following a water main break that occurred last Wednesday. Governor Kim Reynolds announced on Facebook that her office and the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management are collaborating with county emergency managers and Carlisle city officials to expedite the restoration of water services. Residents are advised not to use tap water for cooking, showering, laundry, or flushing toilets. The Carlisle Community School District has also announced closures for a third consecutive day due to the ongoing water crisis. Residents are resorting to conserving water and utilizing portable water tanks provided by the Carlisle Fire Department for non-potable needs, with no clear timeline for when normal water services will resume.
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Iowa DNR Offers Wildland Fire Assistance Grants to Rural Fire Departments

Iowa DNR Offers Wildland Fire Assistance Grants to Rural Fire Departments

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Forestry - Fire Program, in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service, is making grant funds available to rural fire departments across Iowa. These grants are specifically designed to help departments battle wildfires. Applications for the 2026 grant cycle are due by November 2. The program offers a 50 percent reimbursement for wildland fire equipment, with a maximum reimbursement of $4,500 per department. Since 2021, over $1.5 million has been awarded through this program, and approximately $270,000 is anticipated to be distributed this year. The funding can be used for various wildland fire suppression items, including Wildland Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like Nomex pants and shirts, specialized tools such as bladder bags, swatters, and drip torches, as well as slide-in units, hoses, nozzles, adapters, portable tanks, pumps, and communications equipment. Special requests directly tied to wildfire suppression are also considered, but structural fire-...
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Five Big Questions Before BYU Welcomes Iowa State on Friday

Five Big Questions Before BYU Welcomes Iowa State on Friday

BYU is set to host Iowa State for a Friday night kickoff at LaVell Edwards Stadium. The Cougars are coming off of a hard-earned, albeit sloppy, win over TCU in Fort Worth to move to 4-0 and now rank No. 8 in the AP poll. Let’s dive into five burning questions ahead of the matchup […]
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National Tour of Five-Time Tony Award-Winning Musical 'The Music Man' to Open in Morristown

National Tour of Five-Time Tony Award-Winning Musical 'The Music Man' to Open in Morristown

National Tour of Five-Time Tony Award-Winning Musical 'The Music Man' to Open in Morristown
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Google enters massive 3.6-GW power deal with Constellation Energy

Google enters massive 3.6-GW power deal with Constellation Energy

By Laila Kearney NEW YORK, Oct 6 (Reuters) - Google has contracted for 3,590 megawatts of power from Constellation Energy in the US' largest power grid, with new nuclear energy accounting for about a quarter of that supply, the companies said on Tuesday.
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Sam Houston Women's Golf Team to Compete in OU Intercollegiate

Sam Houston Women's Golf Team to Compete in OU Intercollegiate

Sam Houston Women's Golf Team to Compete in OU Intercollegiate
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What the Governor of Maine Can Do About Congressional Maps

What the Governor of Maine Can Do About Congressional Maps

Maine's governor cannot draw congressional maps, but they hold a crucial veto power that shapes the final outcome. Here's how the process works.
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Families of some US troops killed in the Iran war's deadliest strike absent from White House event

Families of some US troops killed in the Iran war's deadliest strike absent from White House event

Relatives of some soldiers killed in the Iran war joined dozens of Gold Star families Tuesday at the White House
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Heavy Rainfall Raises Concerns for Crop Insurance Claims

Heavy Rainfall Raises Concerns for Crop Insurance Claims

Recent heavy rainfall has significantly impacted agricultural activities, particularly in Iowa, USA, causing delays in harvest and raising concerns about crop yields and quality. Farmers are being advised to contact their crop insurance agents if they anticipate yields falling below guaranteed levels, experience harvest delays, or encounter grain quality issues such as ear mold, mycotoxins, or sprout damage. The rainfall has also led to poor field conditions, including standing water, lodged crops, and stalk deterioration, which could further affect harvest outcomes. Farmers are encouraged to document these conditions through photos, videos, and detailed records to support potential insurance claims.
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Four Big 12 teams in latest US LBM Coaches Poll after Week 5

Four Big 12 teams in latest US LBM Coaches Poll after Week 5

Colorado remains absent from the US LBM Coaches Poll after falling to 2-3, while the Big 12's trio of title contenders is becoming clear.
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John Deere Continues Engine Innovation and Expands Eco-Friendly Machinery Initiatives

John Deere Continues Engine Innovation and Expands Eco-Friendly Machinery Initiatives

John Deere Continues Engine Innovation and Expands Eco-Friendly Machinery Initiatives