IWD reports unemployment insurance claims filed
The number of initial claims reported by U.S. Department of Labor, filed between March 15 and 21, (the first time period that reflects the i…
Try to balance workplace and home when workplace and home are the same
It’s a common image: harried adults racing from workplace to home and back again, trying to fulfill work responsibilities, but wanting to be…
Crews making progress on Clear Lake City Beach improvements
CLEAR LAKE (AP) — Work on the second phase of the Clear Lake City Beach enhancement project is underway.
Remote notarization now in effect in Iowa after governor issues emergency waiver
DES MOINES — The in-person requirement for notarizing documents is temporarily waived for the duration of the COVID-19 emergency, Gov. Kim R…
Fishing and hunting regulations not affected by COVID-19
Iowa’s hunting and fishing regulations are not affected by the current COVID-19 health emergency in Iowa. Despite rumors on social media cha…
Authorities: 77-year-old man fatally injured in ATV accident
NASHUA — A 77-year-old man was fatally injured when an all-terrain vehicle rolled onto him in northeast Iowa, authorities said.
Hotel space planned for colorful Des Moines office building
DES MOINES — One of Des Moines’ taller and more colorful office buildings will house hotel guests by 2022 under a plan being developed by it…
Iowa AG: Groups involved in puppy-laundering ring to disband
DES MOINES — Those who operated an alleged national puppy-laundering ring masquerading as pet rescues have agreed to dissolve the organizati…
Neighbors work to inform Amish community of coronavirus outbreak
DES MOINES (AP) — A conversation with one of her Amish neighbors near Kalona left Mary Swander feeling uneasy.
Voting period extended to 40 days for mailed ballots in June primary
Secretary of State Paul Pate is extending the absentee voting period to 40 days for Iowans who choose to vote by mail in the June primary. H…
Upper Iowa University modifies format of spring commencement
FAYETTE - After much discussion with Upper Iowa University (UIU) leadership and a review of various options, UIU President William R. Duffy …
