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IUC Schedules Public Hearing On Black Hills Energy’s Request For Natural Gas Rate Increases
The Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) has scheduled a public hearing for later this year to discuss Black Hills Energy’s proposed natural gas rate increase. The hearing will be held in the IUC’s Hearing Room on Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. at 1375 E. Court Ave. in Des Moines. Black Hills Energy filed an application on May 1 seeking approval to revise its rates to increase its annual revenues. This request is being reviewed as required by state law and the IUC’s administrative rules. The hearing will include the presentation of evidence and cross-examination of witnesses. Public comments can be submitted online, via email to customer@iuc.iowa.gov, or by mail using the address included below. Black Hills Energy serves 1.3 million customers in eight Midwest states, including natural gas services in the listening area.
USPS Announces Mailing Service Changes Impacting Wisconsin
It's been a rough few years for the United States Postal Service. According to the official USPS website, the department has recorded $87 billion in financial losses over the last 14 years. In response to this, they are once again hiking up the prices of some of their services, which will affect all Iowans.
Two EF-0 tornadoes confirmed in eastern Iowa after Monday's storms
The National Weather Service (NWS) Quad Cities has confirmed that two EF-0 tornadoes touched down in eastern Iowa. The first tornado hit near Hale, causing minor damage to structures and trees in its path. The second tornado touched down near Fairport, similarly resulting in minimal damage. EF-0 tornadoes are the...
A 116-year-old Drake house gets a facelift. Check out the before-and-after photos
A 116-year-old Des Moines house is getting a second chance at life after a local nonprofit took on the fixer-upper in hopes to maintain the historic property. Before the renovation, the house located at 3114 Cottage Grove Ave. was divided into three apartment units. Invest DSM, a nonprofit that specializes in community development, took the property under its care and did a full gut and renovation.
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Set for July 19, 2024
OSKALOOSA, IA — The City of Oskaloosa’s Historic Preservation Commission will convene on July 19, 2024, at 12:00 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 220 S. Market Street. One of the primary items on the agenda is the consideration of an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness submitted by Carl Larson of Jaarsma Bakery.
Lake Panorama Ski Team prepping for annual show
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the formation of the Lake Panorama ski team. Members of the Lake Panorama ski team are getting ready for their annual performance as part of the 2024 Panorama Days celebration. The show will begin at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3 with parking and viewing on Lake Panorama’s south shore.
IndyCar, NASCAR races pack a one-two economic punch for City of Newton
NEWTON, Iowa — The City of Newton takes pride in hosting both the Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend and for the first tim this year, the NASCAR Cup Series. While each race brings in $100 million of economic impact, the city says it brings much more than just money. "Wow,...
Stricter abortion laws could go into effect as early as Friday
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa's stricter abortion access law could go into effect as early as this Friday. It all depends on how long it takes the district court to act. Right now, people in Iowa can get abortions up to 20 weeks into their pregnancy. However, due to a state supreme court ruling, abortion will become illegal once cardiac activity is detected.
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