DES MOINES, IOWA (August 13, 2026) — The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small-business-advocacy organization, released the following statement in support of the US Department of Treasury’s 

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (August 13, 2026) — Des Moines University (DMU) Medicine and Health Sciences champions community service, as evidenced by over 10,500 hours of volunteerism given by its students this academic year.

Jacob Parker of Bettendorf, a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine student, earned a DMU Student Service Award.

AMES, IOWA (August 13, 2026) — Farmers, ag retailers, crop advisors, and conservation professionals can explore current Iowa State University research on cropping systems, nitrate loss, cover crops, and a potential alternative biomass crop — miscanthus — at the upcoming Fall Field Day at the Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm on September 10, 1:30-4PM.

Le CLAIRE, IOWA (August 12, 2026) — Rate - Devontae Brooks will host a ribbon-cutting and open house starting at 4PM, Thursday, October 10, 2026.

Devontae Brooks, a loan officer with Rate, brings over sixteen years of mortgage experience and a client-first approach that has helped more than 1,000 families achieve homeownership.

He approaches every client relationship with care, trust, and a commitment to long-term success.