12 Aug 2026

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird Announces Medicaid Fraud Elimination Task Force Holds Second Meeting

By Jen Green

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 12, 2026) — Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced the Medicaid Fraud Elimination Task Force held its second official meeting today. The eleven-member task force was established by Governor Kim Reynolds to enhance efficiency and safeguard tax-payer dollars within Iowa's Medicaid program.

11 Aug 2026

E-Bikes, School Zones, and Bus Stops: Back-to-School Traffic Creates New Safety Risks

By Merit Pages

OMAHA, NEBRASKA (August 11, 2026) — The back-to-school commute creates one of the busiest and most unpredictable traffic environments of the year. As students return to the classroom, drivers will encounter:

09 Aug 2026

Gov Kim Reynolds Appoints Martin Noven CEO of Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS)

By Mason Mauro

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.

09 Aug 2026

39th Annual Tug Fest Set for August 13-15 in LeClaire, Iowa

By Cindy Bruhn

LECLAIRE, IOWA (August 9, 2026) — Get ready for one of the most unique summer festivals in the country as LeClaire, Iowa, and Port Byron, Illinois, gear up for the 39th annual Tug Fest, August 13-15, 2026. This three-day celebration blends small-town charm with big-time fun — including carnival rides, live entertainment, a grand parade, fireworks, and the only inter-state Tug-of-War competition over the Mississippi River.

09 Aug 2026

State Historical Society of Iowa: Twelfth Annual Iowa State Fair Historical Walking Tour Returns August 13

By Jessica Murtaugh

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 9, 2026) — Iowans can stride toward a healthier future by stepping back in time during the twelfth annual Iowa State Fair Historical Walking Tour that kicks off the Iowa State Fair Thursday, August 13. As the nation celebrates America's 250th birthday, this year's tour offers a meaningful opportunity to explore the rich history and traditions of one of Iowa's most beloved institutions.

06 Aug 2026

Iowa 2026 Property Tax Reform Ranked N° 1 in the Nation

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 6, 2026) — Today, a Common Sense Institute report ranked Iowa’s 2026 property tax ref

06 Aug 2026

Gov Kim Reynolds, Permitting Council Announce Agreement to Streamline Permitting

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 6, 2026) — Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and Emily Domenech, Executive Director of the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council (Permitting Council), have signed a formal Memorandum of U

05 Aug 2026

TurfMutt’s Pet Safety Tips for the Dog Days of Summer

By Debbi Mayster

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY (August 5, 2026) — The 

04 Aug 2026

Gov Kim Reynolds Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration for Severe Weather

By Mason Mauro

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 4, 2026) — Governor Kim Reynolds has requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration for four Iowa counties following catastrophic severe weather, heavy rainfall, and flash flooding that t

04 Aug 2026

WQPT PBS Partners with Former Quad Cities Resident to Launch New Local History Series

By Amanda Bergeson

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (August 4, 2026) — WQPT PBS is partnering with former Quad Cities resident Jared Howe to launch a new original local history series, Snapshots Presents: Forgotten Quad Cities. The thirty-minute series explores the people, places, and events that helped shape the Quad Cities and its unique history.

"The series came about after watching some of Jared's short form films on social media," said WQPT General Manager Dawn Schmitt.

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