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Winning bidder on state Medicaid contract wants its full bid kept secret
A company that won a state contract to provide managed-care services in Iowa is seeking a court injunction blocking the state’s disclosure of certain information in its bid. OptumRx of Minnesota is asking a Polk County judge to declare that information the company provided the state in response to a solicitation for bids by the […]
Fifth safe haven baby of 2024 now in custody of Iowa Health and Human Services
A baby girl is now in the care of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under the Safe Haven Act. She will be placed with a foster family until she can be adopted. The baby girl, born on July 30, is the fifth safe haven baby of 2024, according...
12 Iowa beaches are not recommended for swimming after high E. Coli, algae test
It's Labor Day weekend, which is a sign that summer is nearing the end. So, if you're headed to a beach for one last dip, don't forget to check the latest water quality reports before you head out. Wondering how can you check up on water monitoring, beach classifications and know what locations...
Farm Progress features USDA discussion
BOONE, Iowa –The Farm Progress show features technology and large new equipment. But for some solutions, farmers look to Washington D.C. USDA Secretary, and former Iowa Governor, Tom Vilsack came to speak at the show, where he announced his approval of a study for a H5N1 vaccine for cattle to protect from Avian Influenza. He also spoke about efforts to generate more income streams for small to medium sized farms.
24-hour rainfall totals for central Iowa: How did your city stack up?
ANKENY, Iowa — A pattern-changing cold front moved through overnight. Thankfully, storms were largely tame offering little more than some needed rain. Widespread rain totals from 0.5” to 1” fell across central Iowa. Not only did this system bring the rain, but it will flush out the...
Vote for top kicker/punter entering 2024 Iowa high school football season
Who is the best kicker/punter entering the 2024 Iowa high school football season? The Des Moines Register sought to find out with its definitive best players by position list. Now it's your turn to vote. Make your selection of the state’s best K/P recruit and be sure to read all of our preview coverage as...
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