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Headstones damaged by Monday tornado that swept through Des Moines
DES MOINES, Iowa — An EF-1 tornado that passed through Polk County Monday night left damage across a few cities, including Des Moines. Some of the devastating damages affected one of the state's oldest cemeteries: Glendale Cemetery, off of University Avenue, near Windsor Heights. Trees were uprooted, and unfortunately...
Polk County Supervisors vote to install solar panels at county buildings
DES MOINES, Iowa — Polk County is making moves toward the goal of reducing its carbon footprint. The county’s Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to approve funding for the first phase of installation of solar panels on three county-owned buildings. Solar panels will be installed in August at the Polk County Administration, Northside Community Center, […]
Disaster proclamation issued for 5 counties following derecho, tornados
DES MOINES, Iowa — Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation on Tuesday for five counties after tornados and a derecho caused damage on Monday. The proclamation includes Des Moines, Dubuque, Mitchell, Polk, and Scott counties. The proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to help those affected by the severe weather recover. It also […]
Governor issues disaster proclamation for Scott, other Iowa counties
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Scott, Des Moines, Dubuque, Mitchell and Polk counties in response to severe storms that occurred on July 15, a news release says. The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this...
Des Moines area dealing with aftermath of strong storms, at least 1 tornado
According to the National Weather Service, a fast-moving storm that hit during rush hour Monday spawned at least one tornado in Polk County and left tree damage in communities across the Des Moines metro.
Disaster proclamation in effect for 5 Iowa counties after Monday's derecho
IOWA, USA — Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for five Iowa counties following Monday's derecho that tore across the state. The proclamation covers Des Moines, Dubuque, Mitchell, Polk and Scott Counties. With the disaster proclamation in effect, residents of the impacted counties are able to...
Des Moines County in disaster declaration
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Des Moines, Dubuque, Mitchell, Polk and Scott Counties in response to severe storms that occurred on July 15 and continuing. The governor's proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and Disaster Case Advocacy Program.
Gov. Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Five Counties in Response to Severe Storms
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Des Moines, Dubuque, Mitchell, Polk and Scott Counties in response to severe storms that occurred on July 15 and continuing. The governor's proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and Disaster Case Advocacy Program.
Polk County launches a new solar initiative
Solar panels are being added to Polk County's administration, River Place offices and North Side Community Center buildings.Why it matters: The system will generate enough energy to power the equivalent of more than 300 homes and kick off what could become a massive collection of government-owned electricity fields.Catch up fast: Three years ago, Polk County set a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its operations by 90%.Transitioning to an electric-based vehicle fleet and installing new heating and cooling systems are among the recent steps.Driving the news: Supervisors approved a $2.3 million contract for the solar project this week.Construction will...
Gov Kim Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Five Counties in Response to Severe Storms
DES MOINES, IOWA (July 17, 2024) — Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Des Moines, Dubuque, Mitchell, Polk, and Scott Counties in response to severe storms that occurred on July 15 and continuing. The governor's proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and Disaster Case Advocacy Program.
Fewer vacancies, more applicants: Iowa school districts say 4-day week already paying off
Superintendents in two central Iowa school districts says their switch to a four-day school week is already paying off — before students are even back in class. Saydel Community School District, which has about 1,400 students in unincorporated Polk County between Ankeny and Des Moines, opted in February to change the school week...
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