Northwest Iowa — A quick moving winter system will move through the area today, bringing moderate to heavy snow totals to portions of the area. Read more
Rock Rapids Mayor: Iowa’s Ride May Be “One And Done”
Rock Rapids, Iowa — A bicycle ride that had its beginnings in a dispute at the Des Moines Register is still on as of right now, but as of now the future is uncertain. Read more
Mid American Spreading February’s Increased Natural Gas Costs Over Several Months.
Northwest Iowa — Heating our homes during the bitterly cold temperatures we experienced earlier this month will cause an increase in our natural gas bills. However, a natural gas utility that provides the fuel to several northwest Iowa communities is taking steps to help soften the blow to their customers’ wallets. Read more
Alton Fire Station Vote Is Tuesday
Alton, Iowa — The citizens of Alton will soon be going to the polls to vote on a bond issue for renovations and upgrades to the city’s fire station. Read more
Feenstra To Push For Disaster Relief In Pandemic Bill
Washington, D.C. — U.S. House Democrats have proposed an amendment that would remove a provision by Iowa Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra, of Hull, that provides money in the pandemic relief bill for victims of natural disasters. Areas of Iowa damaged by the August derecho would see some of that money and Feenstra says he will push to keep it in. Read more
New Iowa Vaccination Website Goes Live
Statewide Iowa — Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds says a new state website is now available, with information on COVID-19 vaccines, who is eligible to get a shot and links to providers giving shots. Read more