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UPDATED: Public Service Commission approves NorthWestern Energy, Black Hills Corp merger

The Montana Public Service Commission approved the $15.4 billion NorthWestern Energy and Black Hills Corp. merger on Tuesday. The new company, once merged, will serve 2.1 million electric and natural gas customers in Montana, Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota, Nebraska and Wyoming. In a split vote, the PSC supported...

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$10 Million for Iowa Cattle & Conservation Working Lands Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded $10 million in federal funding to expand Iowa’s Cattle and Conservation Working Lands Program. Announced by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig in Cedar Rapids, this five-year investment builds directly on an existing state-funded initiative, backed by partners like the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association.

Iowa · 2d
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Some Iowa farmers still finishing harvest as mid-November approaches

Iowa (KCCI) - Some farmers are still finishing their harvests as mid-November approaches, KCCI reports. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said 72% of Iowa’s corn and 93% of its soybeans have been harvested. By mid-November last year, farmers had harvested 97% of the state’s corn and 99% of its soybeans.

Iowa · 19h
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mindfullyamerican.com

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Kum & Go Is Now Maverik. 6 Things Iowans Should Know About the Change

Your Kum & Go &Rewards points didn’t carry over when the store became Maverik. The changes go well past this. Here’s what Iowans should know now that Kum & Go is Maverik. Maverik confirmed in November 2024 that it planned to put its name on the Kum & Go stores it kept, aiming for one brand across its footprint.

Iowa · 3d
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Axios Des Moines

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WDM housing development could bring 2,200 homes

A new housing development could bring 2,200 homes to the western side of West Des Moines . Why it matters: The Trail West project will bring more housing and pricing options to the growing western suburbs. The big picture: The development would add to a growing stretch of western West Des Moines, near other major projects, including the planned Grand Experience and MidAmerican Energy RecPlex expansion, says West Des Moines economic development director Ryan Moffatt. State of play: Caliber Homes and Jerry's Homes are partnering to develop about 300 acres of farmland north of Booneville Road and west of Grand Prairie Parkway. The total project could reach around 760 acres. Zoom in: The first phase includes 130 single-family home lots. The number of phases is not yet known, and the project could take 10 to 15 years to build out. Caliber would focus on homes ranging from $800,000 to $3 million, while Jerry's Homes would offer lower-priced options. Jerry's Homes did not immediately respond to Axios' request for comment. The development could eventually include townhomes, apartments, rental condos and neighborhood-scale retail. It's an urban area with a "country aesthetic" with rolling hills and tree-lined waterways, Ryan Kauffman of Caliber Homes

West Des Moines, IA · 2d

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Iowa Ethanol Industry Looks Ahead To New Leadership

The Iowa renewable fuels industry is preparing to work with a new congressional delegation and a new governor as political leadership changes in 2027. Iowa Renewable Fuels Association Executive Director Monte Shaw says he does not anticipate a major change in support for the state’s ethanol industry, despite Democrats gaining a majority among Iowa’s incoming congressional representatives.

Iowa · 1d

FinanceBuzz

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11 Small Towns Where Retirees Can Live Like Millionaires on $75,000 a Year

See how a $75,000 retirement budget stretches across 11 small towns, from rents and home values to Social Security taxes, health care, and local character.

Ames, IA · 3d

KBUR

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Economic development officials in Ottumwa are dealing with the recent announcement that John Deere will close its factory there and consolidate its operations in Des Moines and Louisiana

Economic development officials in Ottumwa are dealing with the recent announcement that John Deere will close its factory there and consolidate its operations in Des Moines and Louisiana. Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress executive director Marc Roe says within hours of last Tuesday’s announcement, he began collaborating with Iowa Workforce Development and Indian Hills Community College to brainstorm how to retrain and retain those workers. “Ottumwa, any community isn’t about one business. It’s going to change our landscape for sure, but, you know, it doesn’t have to determine the future of the community. That’s up to us to do,” Roe says. John Deere will leave about 400 people out of jobs, in addition to an abandoned industrial complex in the middle of Ottumwa. Roe hopes to attract new manufacturing, retrain local employees through workforce development or the local community college, and find new ways to retain families who are building businesses or going to school in Ottumwa.

Ottumwa, IA · 3d

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Git-N-Go denies rumors of closure amid store shutdowns and inventory issues

Git-N-Go convenience stores, part of the Des Moines-based chain, are facing business challenges, including store closures and inventory shortages, but the company has denied rumors of shutting down. Several locations, including stores in Winterset, Norwalk and Altoona and the Keo Way store in downtown Des Moines, are listed for sale...

Des Moines, IA · 22h

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$10 Million for Iowa Cattle & Conservation Working Lands Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded $10 million in federal funding to expand Iowa’s Cattle and Conservation Working Lands Program. Announced by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig in Cedar Rapids, this five-year investment builds directly on an existing state-funded initiative, backed by partners like the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association.

Iowa · 2d

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Fareway’s Melhus Named CISO Of The Year At Iowa Prometheus Awards

Corey Melhus, VP of information security at Fareway Stores, was named CISO of the Year at the 2026 Prometheus Awards, held Nov. 5 at the Community Choice Convention Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Presented annually by the Technology Association of Iowa, the Prometheus Awards honor the people, organizations and innovations...

Des Moines, IA · 1d

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CBRE closes sale of 540-unit multifamily portfolio in Des Moines market

CBRE arranged the sale of a two-property multifamily portfolio totaling 540 units in the Des Moines suburbs of Waukee and Johnston, Iowa. The transaction ranks among the largest multifamily portfolio sales for the Iowa market. CBRE’s Cy Fox, Ray Hamilton and Clark Matthews represented the sellers, ARTISAN Capital Group and...

Des Moines, IA · 2d

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa Names Amy Lane Chief Executive Officer

DES MOINES, Iowa – November 9, 2026 – Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa (BGCCI) today announced Amy Lane as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Lane joins the organization from its own Board of Directors, where she served before being named CEO, and brings more than 25 years of experience in education, executive leadership, and community partnerships.

Des Moines, IA · 2d

WHO 13

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Auditor calls for stronger credit card policies at Metro Waste Authority

DES MOINES, Iowa — Personal Hulu and Prime Video charges on a Metro Waste Authority credit card were among nearly $4,800 in improper, unsupported or questionable spending identified in a state reaudit, according to the State Auditor’s Office. The streaming charges, including two Hulu payments of $69.54 each, were reimbursed by the employee. The report […]

Des Moines, IA · 1d

Des Moines Business Record

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Business Record Iowa News Headlines: Episode 53: Week of Nov. 4-10

BPC President Chris Conetzkey and Business Record Staff Writer Lisa Rossi host the weekly recap of statewide news you may have missed in the last week. Stories shared were first reported between Nov. 4-10. Read this week’s stories:. Business Record Roundup:. Nonprofit behind performing arts center plans to continue...

Iowa · 22h

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Report: wet start to November slows Iowa harvest

(KMAland) -- A wet start to November delayed the ongoing harvest for Iowa producers last week. According to the latest Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Survey, farmers had just 1.7 suitable days for fieldwork during the week ending November 8. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig says that while a wet start to the month slowed harvest progress, "cooler and drier conditions over the weekend helped get combines rolling again."

Iowa · 2d

iowaagribusinessradionetwork.com

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World Food Prize focusing on driving future ag innovation

As the World Food Prize celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, the organization is focusing on the future by highlighting new technologies and scientific breakthroughs that could help feed a growing population. Through the Innovate for Impact program, the World Food Prize Foundation is supporting startups around the world as they work on projects ranging from seed genetics to improved weather forecasting. Tom Vilsack, former Iowa governor and CEO of the World Food Prize Foundation, said these breakthroughs can help farmers produce more with fewer inputs.

Iowa · 1d

Western Iowa Today

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Trapping Season Underway in Iowa as Fur Prices Increase

(Lewis) Iowa’s trapping season is underway, with about 15,000 people trapping statewide. Populations of most fur-bearing species remain stable or are slightly increasing. The season opened Saturday, November 7, and rising fur prices could make this a good year for those considering trapping for the first time or returning to the activity.

Iowa · 4d

Yahoo!

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Red Crown Rot Hits 35 New Counties in 8 States in 2026

Red Crown Rot spread into soybean fields across 35 new counties in eight states during 2026, with Iowa and Alabama logging their first confirmations, Syngenta reported. No in-season treatment exists. The company is urging growers to use post-harvest scouting to document affected fields and build those insights into 2027 management plans.

Alabama · 2d

wvik.org

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USDA’s new SNAP inventory rule could backfire, hurting small retailers and food-insecure Iowans

Grocery stores and gas stations that accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are required to offer more perishable foods and variety under a new federal rule, which went into effect Nov. 4. The Trump administration said the changes would provide vulnerable families with a “broader variety of nutritious food”...

Iowa · 3d