by Matt Kelley | Mar 28, 2013 | Agriculture, Human Interest, News, Top Story
An Iowan is gaining national attention for his effort to create the “best tasting pig in the world.” Carl Blake launched the experiment in 2007 and now operates a 15-acre homestead, called Rustik Rooster Farm, in rural Frederika – northeast of...
by Dar Danielson | Mar 28, 2013 | Education, News, Religion, Top Story
The leader of a group that’s hosting the Governors Conference on LGBTQ Youth says concerns raised by a conservative group are “ludicrous.” Members of the FAMiLY LEADER were joined by 16 legislators today to reiterate concerns raised earlier in the...
by Matt Kelley | Mar 28, 2013 | Business, News, Recreation / Entertainment
Winnebago Industries is leading the national market for R-V sales and continues to beat its own records, according to the second quarter financial report being released today. Randy Potts, chairman and CEO of the Forest City-based company, says revenues for the...
by O. Kay Henderson | Mar 28, 2013 | Education, News, Politics & Government
Some lawmakers are raising concerns about the governor’s anti-bullying bill. House Speaker Kraig Paulsen, a Republican from Hiawatha, says the bill needs some work. “It looks like it could be extremely difficult for schools to administer and we’re...
by O. Kay Henderson | Mar 28, 2013 | News, Politics & Government
Key lawmakers from both political parties say it’s likely the Iowa legislature will boost the amount of state tax credits available to lure new businesses to Iowa. This year state officials can offer a total of $120 million in state tax credits for a variety of...