Monday, May 11, 2026
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Part 1: Meeting the Lillibridges

In October of 2025, local farmer Lance Lillibridge shared a post that got the attention of many. It started with the words, "I am a pissed off farmer - like most in the U.
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Seen around town: Pelicans

This flock of pelicans created a beautiful photo opportunity when they landed at Dudgeon Lake, north of Vinton. Russell Lindberg captured this photo of the birds over the weekend.
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Making Room for the Next Generation

Will McKenna, son of Nichole and John, shared a speech he gave as part of a FFA Public Speaking project. As required, it addressed several agricultural topics entitled, "Making Room for the Next Generation.

Statewide Hands-Free Traffic Enforcement Results

For Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) partnered with the Central Iowa Traffic Safety Task Force (CITSTF), and law enforcement agencies across the state to enforce Iowa's Hands-Free Driving Law.
Article Thumbnail. Pictured are pre-1933 Gold coins that can be found at your local coin shop along with other coins and small bars

A new gold rush: States stockpile bars, encourage gold-backed debit cards

By Kevin HardyMore states are piling up gold bars, or encouraging residents to use gold-backed debit cards, to hedge against inflation.Several states, including Western ones with rich mining histories, have been stockpiling gold as part of their broader state savings.
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Keep an Eye on the Sky

Be sure to pay attention to the weather from lunchtime until bedtime tonight. Watch for alerts that are sent and take them seriously. There is an enhanced risk (level 3 of 5) for severe storms this afternoon and evening.
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Foster Care Training Reform Bill signed by Governor Reynolds

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed state legislation and a joint proclamation with the federal Administration of Children and Families (ACF) which aim to strengthen Iowa’s foster care system.

Iowans Asked to Comment on Iowa's Application to Byrne Justice Assistance Grant

The Iowa Department of Public Safety, Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) seeks public comment on the State of Iowa’s application to the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance for an estimated $2,000,000 in FY 2025 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program funding.
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