Hinson announces IA-02 students accepted to U.S. Service Academies for the Class of 2030
Congresswoman Ashley Hinson announced several IA-02 students have been appointed to prestigious U.S. Service Academies for the Class of 2030 following a competitive nomination process.
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Latham Hi-Tech Seeds hosts Ukrainian seed industry delegation
Latham Hi-Tech Seeds recently hosted a group from Ukraine’s seed sector at its Iowa headquarters as part of an international exchange organized by Iowa State University Seed Science Center. The visit included presentations on business models and facility tours aimed at fostering global agricultural collaboration.
Iowa Farm Bureau opens applications for market study tour to India in 2027
Iowa Farm Bureau has opened applications for its Market Study Tour to India set for February 2027. The trip aims to connect local farmers with new international opportunities while learning about India’s agriculture sector.
FDA ranks third in number of biologics company inspections in Iowa for 2025
In 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out 14 inspections at 14 biologics companies located in Iowa.
Analysis: Iowa one of 29 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Hawkeye Reporter shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Iowa is one of 29 states following the order that bans biological males from playing on female sports teams.
Jocelyn Faison signs with Iowa women’s basketball program
Georgia transfer Jocelyn Faison has joined Iowa’s women’s basketball team for next season. Head Coach Jan Jensen welcomed Faison, who played last year at Georgia and will have three seasons left as a Hawkeye.
17th Street SE to close for sewer repairs and concrete patching May 11-12
A section of Independence’s 17th Street SE will close for sewer repairs from May 11-12. Detours using Highway 150, Enterprise Drive, and Larson Lane are planned while local property access remains available.
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation names Katherine MacKenzie Young Farmer Program Coordinator
Katherine MacKenzie has been named young farmer program coordinator by the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation. She will lead efforts supporting young farmers across the state while building on existing programs. The announcement highlights IFBF’s ongoing investment in agricultural leadership.
9.87-acre farmland for sale in Buchanan County, Iowa
A nearly ten-acre parcel of productive farmland is available just south of Independence in Buchanan County. The tract offers certified tillable acreage with high soil ratings and easy access points. High Point Land Company manages the listing under CEO Jacob Hart.