DES MOINES, IOWA (August 11, 2023) — This week, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) took comments and held a public hearing on Supreme Beef’s latest attempt at a Nutrient Management Plan (NMP).

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (July 28, 2023) — Nature lovers in the QC Region — especially those that love pollinators — are invited to get outside and snap pictures of any insect seen visiting a flower. Then, upload your findings to iNaturalist.

MARION, IOWA (July 19, 2023) — Monarch Research (MR), a local organization dedicated to environmental conservation, is thrilled to announce the return of its “Planting Forward for Woodlands” tree restoration program. MR is offering landowners easy access to high-quality, low-cost native trees. As part of the overarching Planting Forward initiative, MR has earmarked a limited number of trees for the Woodlands program, supporting property owners throughout Linn County.

MARION, IOWA (June 5, 2023) — Monarch Research is thrilled to announce a collaborative endeavor with local health-care providers, Mercy Medical Center and UnityPoint Health, to launch the "One Child, One Tree — Growing Together" program. This innovative initiative aims to foster a deep connection between children and nature by offering complimentary native trees to new parents in Linn County.