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Surprise open governor's seat in Iowa signals competitive GOP primary, glimmer of hope for Democrats
Reynolds was the Republican nominee for lieutenant governor on the ticket alongside former Gov. Terry Branstad. Barack Obama ...
Tariffs hit Des Moines chocolate importer as Easter nears
Central Iowa's Chocolaterie Stam is built on family ties to a Dutch chocolate maker. Now, it faces Easter saddled with ...
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What will Iowa lawmakers do this year to lower property taxes?
The outstanding questions and the complexity involved of trying to change Iowa’s convoluted property tax system — with just ...
Des Moines food pantries face spiking demand as the Iowa region’s SNAP enrollment declines
As part of its drive to cut federal spending, the Trump administration has paused over US$500 million of funds that had ...
Central Iowa leaders say ex-Partnership CEO Jay Byers 'left his mark' on them, region
“Jay was a personal friend and a tremendous community leader who made such a difference in the greater Des Moines region,” ...
Who is coming to Des Moines Con 2025?
The event's website describes Des Moines Con as "a celebration of comics, toys, TV, film, art, cosplay, games, and all things nerdy." ...
Iowa Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds announces she won't seek reelection in 2026
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — In a surprise announcement Friday, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds said she will not seek a third term in ...
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Capitol Notebook: Iowa lawmakers advance lifting taxes on tips, overtime pay
Iowa’s minimum wage is set at the federal minimum 0f $7.25 an hour. For tipped workers who make over $30 in tips per month, ...
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Miller-Meeks won't seek Iowa governor's seat
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, a Republican representing Iowa's 1st Congressional District, announced Tuesday that she will not run for governor. Last week, Gov.