Iowa schedules layoffs for 192 state-government workers tied to data migration
Iowa Workforce Development reported that 192 state-government workers were scheduled for layoffs Aug. 3, 2026, in connection with a data-migration project.
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Des Moines camping-ban reporting documents disruption for unhoused residents
Reporting on Des Moines’ 2024 camping-ban policy describes people moving between camps and potentially leaving possessions and access to resources behind.
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Iowa launches Medicaid fraud-elimination task force with report due in 120 days
Gov. Kim Reynolds’ Executive Order 20 establishes a statewide task force to recommend steps aimed at reducing waste, fraud and abuse in Iowa Medicaid.
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Iowa election officials publish statewide 2026 general-election filing and ballot-access framework
Iowa’s Secretary of State lists Nov. 3, 2026, as the general-election date and says candidate filings for federal and state offices closed June 2. Some specified local offices have until Aug. 26 to file.
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Cedar Rapids advances transportation, housing and infrastructure actions from July 28 council meeting
A July 28 Cedar Rapids City Council meeting summary reported seven public hearings involving a proposed logistics facility, housing redevelopment, rezonings and city infrastructure matters. Additional bid hearings were listed for Aug. 11.
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First Solar announces Cherokee County production facility expected to create more than 600 jobs
First Solar announced a Cherokee County production facility expected to begin operating in 2026 and create more than 600 jobs. State officials also approved job-development credits, though no incentive value was disclosed.
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Iowa’s 2026 general-election process enters final 100-day period
July 26 marked 100 days until Iowa’s November 3, 2026, general election, shifting attention from the completed primary candidate-filing window to registration, ballot administration and campaign-disclosure milestones.
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Iowa severe-weather aid remains available to households in six counties, with August deadlines
Eligible households affected by severe weather in six Iowa counties may apply for up to $7,000 through the state’s Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Program. County deadlines fall on Aug. 10, Aug. 20 and Aug. 21, 2026.
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Frame Road bridge project reaches final WisDOT closeout in the Town of Arena
A July 24, 2026 WisDOT finals-status report lists the Town of Arena’s Blue Mounds Creek Bridge replacement as completed through several final contract-administration milestones, including payroll clearance on July 2, 2026.
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Iowa City Gas Prices Dip as Diesel Holds Above $5
AAA’s Aug. 1 Iowa City metro averages show regular gas at $3.841 and diesel at $5.053, with both fuels sharply higher than a month and year ago.
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Ankeny-area fuel check: gas eases to $3.875, diesel stays near $4.90
AAA’s August 1 Des Moines metro check used for Ankeny-area context shows gas easing slightly while diesel remains near $4.90 per gallon.
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Lyon County approves Arrow ambulance quote, tables holiday-pay proposal
At its Rock Rapids meeting July 14, the Lyon County Board chose an Arrow ambulance quote while delaying a proposal to double holiday pay for EMS staff.
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Fort Madison’s $8 million sewer separation project begins on 10th Street
Construction has begun on Fort Madison’s 10th Street sewer project, with expected traffic, sidewalk and access disruptions through November 2027.
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Cascade council weighs data-center rules and water-meter pause
Cascade officials are considering a data-center advisory committee and a temporary pause on new irrigation meters after residents raised water, noise and traffic concerns.
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Decatur County Reports Sole Bid for Leon Courthouse Windows
Decatur County reportedly accepted a sole bid exceeding $157,000 for courthouse windows in Leon, while a later solicitation leaves the procurement timeline unclear.
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Keokuk Sets Aug. 6 Hearing on Timea Street Sewer, Stormwater Grant
Keokuk will hold an Aug. 6 hearing on a pending CDBG request for Timea Street sewer and stormwater work alongside a confirmed $1.2 million award.
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Iowa Park prison chapel breaks ground for rehabilitation programs
Construction has begun on a privately funded chapel at Iowa Park’s Allred Unit, adding planned space for religious services and rehabilitation programs.
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West Union Bridge Projects Listed for Estimated Nov. 17 Iowa DOT Letting
Two West Union bridge projects are listed for an estimated Nov. 17 Iowa DOT letting, but the date is for receiving bids—not a confirmed construction start.
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Iowa Will Preserve Social Security Benefits for Foster Youth
Iowa will shift eligible foster children’s Social Security survivor benefits into escrow and savings accounts, preserving the money for them instead of applying it toward foster-care costs.
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Cascade Bridge replacement advances after July meeting; 2027 construction planned
Burlington’s Cascade Bridge replacement is in detailed design after a July 15 meeting, but federal and historic reviews remain before bidding and construction.
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Des Moines Gas Eases While Diesel Rises From Last Week
Regular gas fell to $3.699 in the Des Moines metro, while diesel reached $4.924 and remained higher than a week ago, AAA data shows.
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Iowa Opens Rural Residency Funding Program With Up to $10.5 Million Available
Iowa HHS is seeking applications for up to 14 rural residency programs, with awards capped at $750,000 and applications due August 24.