An Iowa State University researcher's pilot study shows chickens who view virtual reality scenes might be healthier. Associate professor, Melha Mellata says she knew of studies that showed viewing certain things calmed humans, and decided to see if it worked with chickens by showing them scenes of … [Read more...]
Site set for hearing on Summit Carbon’s pipeline permit request
The Iowa Utilities Board has determined the Webster County Fairgrounds will be the site of the public hearing on the Summit Carbon Solutions request for a permit to build a carbon pipeline. The order sets the place for the hearing -- but the date has not been set as IUB staff are continuing to … [Read more...]
Ames police investigating death of ISU student
Ames police are investigating the death of a female who was found on the balcony of her apartment Wednesday just before noon. Police have identified her as 20-year-old Emma Timmer of Ames, and say she is an Iowa State University student. Police say they are awaiting the results of an autopsy at … [Read more...]
Thousands expected to attend as Iowa State Fair opens
The Iowa State Fair opened today the chair of the Fair board started things off "I officially declare the Iowa State Fair 2022 officially open for business," she says. "Find Your Fun" is the theme of the 11-day fair. State Fair CEO, Gary Slater, says there's plenty to watch and do. "All in all … [Read more...]
Fish kill at Storm Lake linked to virus that impacts only carp
Iowa Department of Natural Resources Fisheries biologist, Ben Wallace, says testing at Storm Lake has confirmed the disease that killed thousands of fish. "It's the Koi Herpes Virus. It's a virus that specifically affects common carp. And then kind of their ornamental counterpart, which are Koi. … [Read more...]
DMACC receives ladder truck donation for Fire Science program
Students in the Des Moines Area Community College Fire Science program will be able to get hands-on training on a ladder truck following a donation from the city of Pleasant Hill. Brent Conklin is the chair of the DMACC Fire Science program and says the truck is important in the training … [Read more...]
Modern techniques required to safely save your fruits and vegetables
An Iowa State University Extension specialist says canning or freezing home grown fruits and vegetables has become more popular in the last 10 years -- and that picked up during the pandemic and is continuing now with higher food prices. Food specialist Renee Sweers says it's important to … [Read more...]
Change in forecast drops high heat and humidity for the week
Many areas got some rainfall this weekend -- but there was a wide variation in the amounts. National Weather Service meteorologist, Brad Small, says the most rain fell in northern Iowa. "We had very heavy rainfall in north-central parts of the state, around Mason City southwest to Charles City, … [Read more...]
DNR asking for help in counting wild turkeys
The Iowa DNR is in the midst of its annual wild turkey count and is looking for some help. Wildlife Biologist, Jim Coffey, leads the survey. "We asked the general public if they do see wild turkeys go to the Iowa DNR webpage under the turkey tab, and they can report those sightings. And that … [Read more...]
Nebraska woman sentenced for western Iowa drug sales
A woman involved in a drug ring that snuck meth into Iowa from Mexico will spend eight years in federal prison. Thirty-eight-year-old Erika Rojas of Dakota City, Nebraska pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute meth and admitted to receiving decorative masks from Mexico that covered a wax … [Read more...]