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Senate passes series of bills requiring verification of citizenship status

Voters cast their ballots on Nov. 5, 2024 at First Christian Church in Perry, Iowa. (Photo by Brooklyn Draisey/Iowa Capital Dispatch)

Iowa senators approved several bills requiring citizenship verification through the federal SAVE database for voter registration, driver’s licenses and state jobs.

MANAGER ISSUES

Oskaloosa Quakers baseball team picture. (archive image)

by Mike Comfort The first month of the 1905 season was highlighted by two different managerial controversies which struck two different teams with different results. Waterloo had struggled out of the gate and was stuck in the middle of the standings for much of the 1st month as they dealt with the tragic death of […]

KNOWING THE WARNING SIGNS AND RISK FACTORS CAN SAVE LIVES

John Pargulski, DO is Board certified by the Cardiovascular Disease Board and has earned certifications in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Vascular Ultrasound interpretation, and Angiography.

Health providers say recognizing the warning signs and risk factors of heart disease can help save lives. Understanding differences in symptoms between men and women, knowing personal risk, and seeking early medical care are key steps in preventing heart emergencies.

Federal authorities take big steps to rein in drug middlemen

Mahaska Drug

by Marty Schladen, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 23, 2026 Federal authorities in recent weeks have taken huge steps aimed at curbing the practices of drug middlemen known as pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs. The steps come after years of complaints from small pharmacies and attempts to rein in the huge corporations by lawmakers in Ohio […]

Got an ear for frog and toad calls? Iowa is seeking survey volunteers

An American bullfrog pokes its head out of the water. (Photo by Karsan Turner for Iowa Capital Dispatch)

by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 23, 2026 Several times each summer, Iowans drive set routes at night and turn a discerning ear to the 16 unique frog and toad songs that can be heard across the state. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking new volunteers for the state’s frog and toad […]

Helena Hayes Capitol Update – February 23, 2026

Rep. Helena Hayes

by Helena Hayes Week 6 First funnel has officially ended and brought with it a week of much loved chaos. This deadline is the first of several that forces us to narrow down the legislation that will continue moving this year. Every bill must be through its respective committee by this time and the same […]

DAILY HABITS PLAY A MAJOR ROLE IN PROTECTING HEART HEALTH

John Pargulski, DO is Board certified by the Cardiovascular Disease Board and has earned certifications in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Vascular Ultrasound interpretation, and Angiography.

OSKALOOSA — While screenings are critical, cardiology providers say everyday habits have an even greater long-term impact on heart health. Exercise, diet, sleep, stress management, and avoiding tobacco remain the foundation of prevention. Regular activity strengthens the heart and improves circulation. A common goal is at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise five days a […]

THE SECOND SEASON BEGINS

Oskaloosa Quakers baseball team picture. (archive image)

by Mike Comfort The Marshalltown Times declared that the first season “proved a great success”, but also declared that every team lost money, including Marshalltown who lost $1000. Naturally, this led to speculation of a change in membership. Muscatine, Clinton, and Quincy (IL) attempted to join the league, with Muscatine needing to build a good […]

Iowa bill would expand raw milk, cottage food sales and farm-to-table meals

An Iowa House subcommittee advanced language that would expand the sale of raw milk, in addition to creating an annual license for farm-to-table events. (Photo by Cami Koons/Iowa Capital Dispatch)

by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 18, 2026 A bill that advanced from a House subcommittee Wednesday would create an event permit for farm-to-table meals, expand the permissible sales of raw milk and allow cottage foods to be sold in grocery stores. House File 2444 was introduced by Rep. Chad Ingels, R-Randalia, who said […]

Senators advance bill to prevent state government shutdowns

Iowa Sen. Ken Rozenboom, R-Oskaloosa, led a subcommittee meeting Feb. 18, 2026 on continuing state appropriations in years where the Iowa Legislature does not approve a budget by the new fiscal year. (Photo by Robin Opsahl/Iowa Capital Dispatch)

by Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch February 18, 2026 Iowa could avoid state government shutdowns if the Legislature does not pass a budget before the next fiscal year starts under a measure advanced by a Senate subcommittee and committee Wednesday. Senate Study Bill 3176 would establish a continuing appropriation for fiscal years when the Iowa […]

           

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