DES MOINES, IOWA (September 15, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has announced her appointment of Rachel Morgan as a District Judge in Judicial District 5C.

Morgan, of Granger, Iowa, serves as Administrative Law Judge, Central Panel Bureau, Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing. She received her undergraduate degree from Iowa State University and law degree from University of Denver, College of Law.

DES MOINES, IOWA (September 9, 2026) — Governor Reynolds announced her appointment of Joy Messer as a District Associate Judge in Judicial District 5A.

Messer, of Pella, Iowa, serves as Assistant Marion County Attorney. She received her undergraduate degree from Wheaton College and law degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law.

DES MOINES, IOWA (September 2, 2026) — On Sunday, August 30, 2026, Governor Kim Reynolds was presented with the National Guard Association of the United States’ highest honor during their 148th General Conference & Exhibition in Indianapolis, Indiana. For over four decades, the organization has recognized civilian and military leaders who have made contributions to the defense and the security of the United States with the Harry S Truman Award for Distinguished Service.

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 9, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has appointed Martin Noven, former Executive Director of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System, as the next CEO of the Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS). The appointment is effective August 24, 2026.

“Martin Noven knows what it means to partner with industry leaders, trustees, policymakers and legislators to deliver long-term outcomes and strong fund performance,” said Gov Reynolds.