DES MOINES—Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird congratulated Officer Cale Holmberg on their graduation from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (“ILEA”) in a ceremony held at The Bridge church in Johnston on Friday, December 13. The graduation ceremony was attended by family, friends, and law enforcement officials from across the state. Officer Cale Holmberg was part […]
Dec 24 2024 | Posted in
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DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Public Safety is proud to announce the graduation of the 51st Basic Academy on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the Holiday Inn Airport Conference Center in Des Moines. The ceremony recognized a graduating class of 18 recruits who entered the academy in July 2024. Lieutenant Matthew Struecker […]
DES MOINES – State Treasurer Roby Smith is celebrating the holiday season by encouraging all Rudolphs, Santas and Frostys to search for their unclaimed property. “There might not be any Scrooges or Grinches listed, but we have hundreds of Iowans with other holiday-themed names in Great Iowa Treasure Hunt,” said Smith. “We put together a […]
Dec 20 2024 | Posted in
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Unemployment Rate Edges to 3.1 Percent as 1,600 Iowans Enter the Workforce DES MOINES, IOWA – Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 3.1 percent in November, and the state’s labor force participation rate rose to 66.3 percent amid a strong influx of new workers. Meanwhile, the U.S. unemployment rate increased to 4.2 percent in […]
Dec 20 2024 | Posted in
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Proven practices outlined in the Nutrient Reduction Strategy will be implemented within priority watersheds ANKENY, Iowa (Dec. 18, 2024) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) has formed a public-private partnership with the Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) and United States Fish and Wildlife […]
Dec 19 2024 | Posted in
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Jim Walker’s life story is one of dedication, service, and community spirit. A lifelong resident of Oskaloosa, Walker has spent his 68 years in Mahaska County, earning a reputation as a pillar of local service. From his childhood in the “rough side of town” to his leadership role in the Mahaska County CERT (Community Emergency […]
Dec 19 2024 | Posted in
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by Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch December 16, 2024 A report from the Lake Restoration Program with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources details the completion of several years-long restoration projects in 2024 and outlines major project plans in 2025. The annual report is open to review and public comment through Dec. 18. Michelle Balmer, […]
DES MOINES, Iowa — It’s hard to have a happy holiday if you’re arrested for drunk driving. The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is partnering with law enforcement across Iowa to urge drivers to designate before you celebrate. Through January 1, 2025, drivers will see officers supporting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) high-visibility […]
Dec 18 2024 | Posted in
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by Casey Quinlan, Iowa Capital Dispatch December 15, 2024 A rise in food prices makes for a less-than-merry holiday season. Grocery prices rose 0.4% in November, according to the Consumer Price Index, released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Eggs made one of the biggest jumps at 8.2% over the month, and 37.5% over the […]
Dec 18 2024 | Posted in
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At the Oskaloosa School Board meeting held on December 17, 2024, a significant portion of the public comment session focused on the employment status of Ryan Parker, the district’s athletic director. The community’s reaction has been mixed, with both strong support for Parker and calls for his removal. The board had added a special public […]
Dec 18 2024 | Posted in
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