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Electronic Payments Coalition raises concerns over Durbin-Marshall credit card bill

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 30, 2025

The Electronic Payments Coalition has expressed concerns regarding the Durbin-Marshall Credit Card Bill, asserting that it does not benefit consumers or small businesses.

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Iowa ranks 41st in total VA home loans during Q4 2024

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 30, 2025

Iowa ranked 41st in the nation in VA home loans in the fourth quarter of 2024, with 873 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Iowa DOT seeks public input on bridge replacement project in Woodbury County

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 30, 2025

The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a proposed bridge replacement project on Iowa 175 over Reynolds Creek in Woodbury County.

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Iowa DOT seeks public input on Iowa 136 detour plan

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 30, 2025

The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking public feedback on a planned detour and improvements for Iowa 136 between U.S. 61 and Delmar in Clinton County.

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Iowa DOT announces closure of Iowa 92 for reconstruction project

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 30, 2025

Iowa 92 between U.S. 218 near Ainsworth and Iowa 70 near Columbus Junction will close on Monday, June 2, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Fairfield construction office.

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Iowa DOT announces road closure near Saylorville Lake for roundabout construction

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 30, 2025

On June 2, the access from NW Beaver Drive to Iowa 415 near Saylorville Lake will be closed for construction.

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Iowa unveils new system for unemployment benefits and job search

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 30, 2025

Iowa has introduced a new unemployment system aimed at simplifying the process for residents to file claims and seek employment.

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Des Moines men sentenced for conspiracy to distribute deadly drugs

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 29, 2025

Two Des Moines men have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute fentanyl.

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Iowa ranked 53rd in average VA home loan amount in Q4 2024

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 27, 2025

With $278,022 in home loans issued, Iowa ranked 53rd in average loan amount for VA home loans in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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2025: Measles cases in Iowa up as of week ending May 24

By D. E. Ruiz | May 27, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Iowa for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 17.

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Iowa sees 8 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry during 2024

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 26, 2025

In 2024, eight H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry located in Iowa, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Iowa DOT seeks public input on disadvantaged business enterprise goals

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 25, 2025

The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is currently in the process of setting its Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal for Federal Fiscal Years 2026-2028.

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Number of VA loans issued in Iowa increased by 10.5% from Q4 2023 to Q4 2024

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 24, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 873 home loans in Iowa, totaling $242.7 million, during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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NFIB introduces digital tools highlighting impact of small business tax deduction in Iowa

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 22, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has introduced two digital tools aimed at assisting small business owners, policymakers, and the public in Iowa to understand the potential economic impact of the 20% Small Business Tax...

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Iowa in Q4 vs. Q3 2024

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 21, 2025

The VA issued 141 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Iowa during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 63 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Iowa City man receives federal sentence for firearm charges

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 21, 2025

An Iowa City man, O'Sean Dentale Horton, has been sentenced to 120 months in federal prison for firearm and ammunition charges.

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2025: Measles cases in Iowa up as of week ending May 17

By D. E. Ruiz | May 20, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Iowa for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 10.

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Average VA home loan amount in Iowa increases in Q4 2024

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 19, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Iowa during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $278,022, a 4.6% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry file 154 petitions in Iowa throughout 2024

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 19, 2025

Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in Iowa submitted 154 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Iowa average $286,952 for Q4

By Hawkeye Reporter | May 16, 2025

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Iowa for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $286,952, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.