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Iowa food banks bracing for historic need if government shutdown shutters SNAP funding.
Many bond issue measures for school, jail & library projects in Northwest Iowa in November.
McCook Work Ethic Camp will be utilized for detention of individuals accused of immigration violations as part of ongoing efforts by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
South Dakota is expecting a significant payout from the recent opioid manufacturing settlements.
The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska has announced plans to hold its first Cannabis Commission meeting to swear in members and review regulations.
Biggest MRHD grants of $250K go to Morningside University and Boys & Girls Home of Sioux City.
As President Trump continues to make comments on importing beef from Argentina, cattle producers in Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska have all voiced their concerns.
Gas prices up in Iowa, after a prior month of declines.
The Woodbury County LEC Authority talked about soundproofing issues in the jury rooms in their meeting Tuesday.
Iowa Lakeside Laboratory on West Lake Okoboji embarking on $6M project with more research, classroom space.
While the tourism industry has been impacted nationally by tariffs and other economic impacts, South Dakota tourism remains strong.
The Donna Reed Foundation seeking $250K towards museum improvements & workshops that honor noted actress from Denison, Iowa.
There was a protest outside of the Woodbury County Law Enforcement Center on Saturday, in support of Des Moines schools Superintendent Ian Roberts, who was jailed after federal authorities say he is in the country illegally.
In last week's meeting the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended that Covid-19 vaccination decisions be made on an individual basis.
If Congress fails to pass an appropriations bill before the start of the next fiscal year, the federal government will shut down.
A recent report by the Prison Policy Initiative found that South Dakota leads the world in the incarceration of women.
Federal immigration enforcement officers arrest worker in Iowa City grocery store Thursday.
Judge grants temporary order halting termination of University of South Dakota professor Hook who criticized Charlie Kirk.
Two free speech lawsuits in South Dakota, Iowa after instructors terminated over Charlie Kirk comments.
The bill approving the construction of a new South Dakota men's prison is now officially law.
The Woodbury County Board of Supervisors approved funding to Copperstone Development from the county's opioid settlement funds in their meeting Tuesday.
Juliet Everist shifting to new role with Sioux City Symphony Orchestra.
Change guaranteed in Sioux City Council composition, Sioux City School Board could get all returnees after November election
Celebrando Siouxland is a week-long annual festival hosted by Unity in Action. The festival celebrates the cultural diversity of the Siouxland region, with a focus on honoring and uplifting the Latino community.
Federal Emergency Management Agency to give $1.8 million for Rock Valley schools flooding recovery & Spencer flooding details with FEMA.
Seven candidates have filed to run in the upcoming Sioux City School Board election in November.
In their meeting on Thursday, the Iowa Board of Regents approved the advisory committee for the School of Intellectual Freedom at the University of Iowa.
John Shubeck is new state lawmaker for South Dakota appointed by governor.
The Iowa Board of Regents is directing all three state universities to initiate investigations of alleged violations of board policies related to social media use.
The U.S. Department of Justice has requested that Nebraska's chief election officer provide the state's unredacted voter registration data.
$2 million grant could aid Boys and Girls Club of Northern Plains facility used by young people in Vermillion, S.D.
Four candidates for Sioux City School Board & University of South Dakota professor could be fired for Charlie Kirk criticism.
The general contractor, Hausmann Construction, and subcontractor, Leiber Construction, have settled their claims related to the Woodbury County Law Enforcement Center construction.
The Sioux City School Board is expected to approve plans and estimated costs for the district's upgrades to the pools at West and North High and to set a public hearing in their meeting Monday.
The Sioux City Council is expected to approve the city's application to the Iowa Finance Authority for two grants for outreach to people experiencing homelessness.
WITCC President Murrell announces upcoming retirement from Sioux City College after board approves early retirement package.
Tourism benchmarks fall in South Dakota in 2025 & Clay County Fair begins.
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is investigating an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in central Iowa that has resulted in one death.
Luma Heights apartments were officially red-tagged by Sioux City inspectors, deeming them unfit for occupancy due to numerous code violations.
Denison projects: WITCC/HS career academy & $16 Million wellness center creation keep moving
Gas prices in Iowa hold steady just below $3 for last two months.
A GoFundMe campaign was launched Wednesday in response to the school board's decision to use a collection agency to recover unpaid student lunch debt.
The Siouxland Community Health Center's behavioral health clinic services will begin operating out of the main clinic starting Tuesday.
As South Dakota faces ongoing nursing facility closures, the South Dakota Department of Social Services is seeking input for its Rural Health Transformation plan.
After flurry of final day filing, 9 people are running for 3 Sioux City Council seats
With one day left to file, 5 people pursuing 3 Sioux City Council positions
On Tuesday, striking employees at Kemps Dairy plant were presented with a tentative agreement that all but one accepted.
Siouxland Democrat Dave Dawson announces for Iowa 4th congressional district race, as third Dem in field.
At its meeting on Monday, the Sioux City Council moved forward with selecting Craig Clark as the next city manager.
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