DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 87 additional positive cases of Iowans with COVID-19, for a total of 786 positive cases. An additional three deaths were also reported: an older adult (61-80 years) from Linn County, a middle-aged adult (41-60 years) from Henry County, and an older […]
DES MOINES – Today Gov. Kim Reynolds received word from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that more than $44 million has been obligated to the State of Iowa for reimbursement of expenses related to the COVID-19 response. “Our health care workers are on the frontlines battling the COVID-19 pandemic, and they have the State […]
DES MOINES– Gov. Kim Reynolds today announced her appointment of Matthew McDermott as a justice of the Iowa Supreme Court. “Matt is a talented, smart, and astute lawyer with deep Iowa roots,” said Gov. Reynolds. “His commitment to the rule of law and passion for service will now benefit all Iowans as he joins the […]
Soldiers from the Iowa Army National Guard’s 2nd Brigade Combat Team have joined Airmen from Sioux City’s 185th Air Refueling Wing and the Johnston-based Joint Forces Headquarters to establish Joint Task Force West at the Iowa Air National Guard facility in Sioux City. This joint operations center will provide planning, logistics and coordination support to […]
by Dustin Hite This week, our state continued its efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 and save lives. This included the extension of many cancellations or delays that had previously been put in place. On Thursday, Governor Reynolds recommended that Iowa schools remain closed until at least April 30. Prior to suspending session, the […]
DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 85 additional positive cases of Iowans with COVID-19, for a total of 699 positive cases. There have been a total of 8,764 negative tests to date, which includes testing reported by the State Hygienic Lab and other labs. According to IDPH, […]
DES MOINES, Iowa (April 3, 2020) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig shares spring management tips for farmers who planted fall cover crops. Successfully managing cover crops will differ based on the fall planting date, spring growth conditions and the goals established by the farmer. By considering these steps, farmers can maximize cover crop […]
by Holly Brink Legislative Session Suspension Extended Hello friends, It is certainly and interesting and intense time as we are all experiencing the effects of COVID-19. I want to assure you that I am continuing to do all I can within my role as your Representative and I have your best interest in mind! As […]
by Ken Rozenboom In normal times this would have been our twelfth week of the legislative session. But these aren’t normal times. Instead we have all been in our home districts talking with our constituents on the phone and reading your emails and messages. We are also working with Governor Kim Reynolds and leaders across […]
(DES MOINES) — This afternoon, House and Senate leadership announced that the suspension of the legislative session will be extended until at least April 30. This decision follows Governor Kim Reynolds’ recommendation that schools remain closed until April 30. “The health and safety of all Iowans is our top priority during this unprecedented situation. Continuing […]
