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iVinton update on progress at its new building

Virginia Gay Hospital Family Medical Clinics closing early

The 4th Street Diner is closed today, 2/13/25
Due to the weather, the 4th Street Diner is closed today.
Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association Annual Meeting is March 20 in Welton
This year's program will feature two newer Iowa State University staff. All hay producers in the region are invited to attend the 40th annual Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association Annual Meeting and Conference on March 20 at Buzzy's in Welton. Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. with the program scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m.This year’s program will feature two newer Iowa State University staff: Dr.
Secretary Naig Encourages Farmers to Use N-FACT Tool for Nitrogen Application
Free digital tool empowers corn growers to make input decisions that maximize productivity and environmental performanceIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is encouraging Iowa corn growers to leverage the new Nitrogen Fertilizer Application Consultation Tool (N-FACT) to inform nutrient application decisions this growing season. The N-FACT tool takes multiple field-level production variables into account, then recommends an optimal nitrogen application rate to help farmers balance productivity, environmental stewardship and input costs.
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TOYS FOR TOTS CAMPAIGN RAISES MORE THAN $275,000

Guy Benson to speak at Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit February 4
The political landscape following the recent election is sure to shift not only discussion around clean renewable energy, but conversations about all types of domestic and global markets. At the 2025 Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit, nationally recognized political commentator Guy Benson will share his perspective on what to expect as we’ve now rung in the New Year.
Iowa Pork Congress coming to Des Moines January 22 and 23
The 2025 Iowa Pork Congress, North America’s largest winter swine trade show, takes place on Jan. 22 and 23 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. It will be the 52nd annual event, with thousands of attendees, hundreds of vendors, and multiple educational sessions. This event presents an exceptional opportunity for producers from across the Midwest to connect, collaborate, and discover cutting-edge solutions that can elevate their production capabilities.