Tag: Iowa

Iowa Economic Development Official Prioritizes Placemaking for State GrowthIn a recent radio interview, Iowa Economic Development Authority director Debi Durham highlighted the critical role of community development in driving the state's economic growth. Durham...

Seeking Professional Help to Quit SmokingAs we step into 2025, many individuals are setting goals to improve their health and well-being. One of the most common New Year's resolutions is to quit smoking, a...

Mark Allan Werstein: A Life CelebratedMark Allan Werstein, a beloved individual from Cedar Rapids, tragically passed away on December 24, 2024, at the University of Iowa in Iowa City after a brief illness. He...

Iowa State Cyclones Dominate Colorado in Big 12 Opener - College Basketball RecapBOULDER, COLORADO – In a thrilling showdown, the No. 3 Iowa State Cyclones (11-1, 1-0 Big 12) emerged victorious against the Colorado...

Alison Phillips, a psychology professor at Iowa State University, sheds light on the reasons why New Year's resolutions often fall by the wayside and offers insights on how to increase the chances of success....

Underage Drinking Prevention: MADD Iowa Coordinator's Important MessageShannon Booth, the dedicated and passionate program manager for MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) in Iowa, has been working tirelessly for the past 13 months to...

Research from Des Moines University has revealed a concerning trend: cancer rates related to HPV, the human papillomavirus, are on the rise in rural areas. The study, conducted by Dr. Jason Semprini, a professor...

Benefits of Treecycling Your Christmas TreeAs the year comes to a close, many Iowa families are gearing up to take down their Christmas trees tomorrow, marking the end of a festive season and the...

State Treasurer Encourages Iowans to Maximize Tax Breaks by Donating to Education Savings PlanState Treasurer Robby Smith is urging Iowans to take advantage of the opportunity to contribute to an I-Save 529 plan for...

Tragedy Strikes on I-80A tragic incident occurred early this morning on Interstate 80 in western Iowa, resulting in the death of a Nebraska man. Michael Ponciano, a 51-year-old resident of Bellevue, Nebraska, lost his...