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DNR: No cause concern over brown scum on Wapsipinicon River Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 11:54AMBrown scum and bubbles were found on a 20-mile stretch of the Wapsipinicon River over the Labor Day weekend, but officials said it is no cause for concern. A conservation officer with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources followed the foamy substance from Olin nearly to Central City on Sunday, DNR spokesman Kevin Baskins said. [...]
Cattle confinement gets second DNR extension Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 9:33AMThe owner of a Scott County cattle farm seeking to expand itsconfinement operation requested and received a second extension ofits construction permit application.
DNR: No Cause Concern Over Brown Scum on Wapsipinicon River Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 8:58AMOLIN, Iowa - Brown scum and bubbles were found on a 20-mile stretch of the Wapsipinicon River over the Labor Day weekend, but officials said it is no cause for concern.
Beeds Lake needs improvements, but locals say it’s not as bad as some claim Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 8:02AMHAMPTON, Iowa --- People apparently realize Beeds Lake is openfor business, despite ongoing swimming advisories and water-qualityissues.
Pheasant hunters to see fewer birds this fall Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 5:02AMBOONE -- The 2010 August Upland Wildlife Roadside Survey, conducted by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, indicates pheasant populations across Iowa are 29 percent lower when compared to last year.
Joel Brunsvold, former Ill. DNR chief, dead at 68 after a stroke Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 10:45PMJoel Brunsvold, a former chief of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and before that a longtime state lawmaker, died early Tuesday after suffering a stroke over the weekend.Brunsvold, 68, was taken to the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa, where he died at 12:08 a.m. Tuesday."He was a humble giant," said former state Sen. Denny Jacobs (D-East Moline).Brunsvold ...
Living Snow Fence on US-34 Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 2:58PMFor those drivers who utilize Highway 34 between Ottumwa and Fairfield, even further east to Mount Pleasant, a mammoth project is underway.
Drinking water problems found in area Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:42PMMore than 2.6 million Iowans served by public water supplies received safe drinking water in 2009, according to the annual DNR public drinking water program's compliance report. The report was...
Long-Time Quad City Politician Dies Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:30PMA long-time Quad City politician has passed away. Joel Brunsvold died of complications from a stroke at University Hospitals in Iowa City Tuesday, September 7th. Brunsvold had given nearly 30 years of
BODY FOUND: Divers have recovered the body of a Melcher man who disappeared when the boat he was in capsized on a ... Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 8:34AMOfficials have found the body of a man reported missing after the boat he was in capsized on a pond in southern Iowa.
Former state legislator, DNR chief dies Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 6:38AMJoel Brunsvold, the former Illinois legislator who also ran thestate Department of Natural Resources for two years, died earlyTuesday at University Hospitals in Iowa City after a stroke overthe weekend.
Personal watercraft hits bridge column; 12-year-old boy hurt Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 6:08AMA 12-year-old boy has been injured in a personal watercraft accident on the Shell Rock River in northeast Iowa. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says Devon Wells of Dunkerton was a passenger on the watercraft operated by his mother, 37-year-old Dawn Wells, of Dunkerton, when it struck a bridge column [...]
Beeds Lake not on priority schedule for improvements Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 10:32PMHAMPTON — Roger Marchant wants people to know that Beeds Lake isopen for business despite continued reports of swimming advisoriesand water quality issues at the man-made lake near Hampton.
Failing dam drains river in Rockford as officials continue to wait for options Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 5:22AMROCKFORD — Floyd County continues to play the waiting game in regards to the ailing Shell Rock River dam in Rockford. While county officials wait for experts from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to come and take a look at the situation and offer them options, however, the river above the dam continues to shrink.
DNR letter states illegal burning is happening in Wapello Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 3:26PMWAPELLO, Iowa - A notice from the Iowa Department of NaturalResources is putting some additional urgency into a proposal todevelop a composting site at Wapello's yard waste site. The DNRnotified the city in an August 30 letter that unathorized burningwas occuring at the the site. City officials announced the letterduring the city council meeting Thursday.
DNR orders penalties to North Iowa companies Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 3:01PMDES MOINES — Three North Iowa companies and an Osage couple havebeen ordered to pay penalties by the Iowa Department of NaturalResources for violations.
County Supervisors receive Conservation Board report Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:58AMThe Annual Report of the Washington County Conservation Board was presented to the Board of Supervisors at the Tuesday Aug. 31 meeting by Steve Anderson, Executive Director. The shower facility at Marr Park was completed along with landscaping around the new shop and public restroom.
Lawmaker blames Branstad’s inaction for 2008 floods Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:33AMMASON CITY, Iowa — A state legislator claimed Thursday thatformer Gov. Terry Branstad shares responsibility for Iowa’s 2008flood damage because of his inaction on flood prevention plans whenhe was governor.
Culver supporter claims Branstad inaction caused flood damage, too Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:14AMMASON CITY — A state legislator claimed Thursday former Gov.Terry Branstad shares responsibility for Iowa’s 2008 flood damagebecause of his inaction on flood prevention plans when he wasgovernor.
Iowa Campgrounds Filling up for Labor Day Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 6:34AMCampers are filling state parks for Labor Day weekend.
Hunting seasons open this weekend Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:29AMNothing says "Fall is in the air" like the opening of Iowa’s first hunting seasons. Sure, this Saturday is still summer. But Labor Day weekend is close enough for rabbit and squirrel hunters to start legging it over brush piles, watching for that white tail or slipping quietly in next to an oak tree listening for tree top activity.
Constitutional amendment to fund natural resources Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:41AMThe Conservation Districts of Iowa has estimated that Iowa farmers lose an average of five tons of rich fertile soil per acre every year. With natural wetland areas drying up, and more land being paved over as parking lots and highways, odds are more flooding in Iowa is likely in our future, local officials say.
Seminar examines 2008 floods Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:42AMDES MOINES — The University of Iowa Center for Global & Regional Environmental Research will conduct a flood seminar from 4 to 6 p.m. Sept. 30 at Honey Creek Resort State Park.
Egg farm owned by 'habitual violator' Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:55AMThe owner of an egg farm at the center of a massive salmonella recall was able to expand his egg empire despite being branded a "habitual violator" of Iowa's environmental laws -- a label that was supposed to ban him from building any more farms.
DeCosters in Iowa: A checkered legacy Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 3:06AMJack DeCoster became a polarizing figure in state in 1990s, while egg farms provide jobs in Wright County and a buyer for area crops.
'Habitual violator' linked to egg farm Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 10:14PMGALT, Iowa - The owner of an egg farm at the center of a huge salmonella recall was able to expand his egg empire despite being branded a "habitual violator" of Iowa's environmental laws - a label that was supposed to ban him from building any more farms.
DeCoster, others largely self-regulated Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 9:25PMCLARION - Last week federal authorities announced they had found samples of salmonella matching the strain of the recent outbreak in the feed and barns of Wright County Egg operated by the DeCoster family.
DeCoster took control of egg operation after state ban Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:37AMAustin "Jack" DeCoster had associates get a state permit and start work on the huge egg operation while DeCoster was banned from developing confinements, records show.
Oak wilt found in Oneida County Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 1:53AMThe Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources confirmed Friday that a deadly tree disease known as oak wilt was discovered in July in Oneida County.
Iowa approved egg farm tied to 'habitual violator' Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 9:50PMGALT - The owner of an egg farm at the center of a massive salmonella recall was able to expand his egg empire despite being branded a "habitual violator" of Iowa's environmental laws - a label that was supposed to ban him from building any more...
Boil advisory issued for Schaller Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 8:04PMSCHALLER, Iowa (AP) — Residents of the western Iowa town of Schaller are being urged to boil their water before drinking it.
DNR finds problems at Scott hog farm, notes repairs had been launched Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:41PMThe Iowa Department of Natural Resources sent a notice ofviolation this week to a Scott County hog farmer planning to expandhis confinement operation.
Iowa Farm Called 'Habitual Violator' Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:26PMThe owner of an egg farm at the center of a massive salmonella recall was able to expand his egg empire despite being branded a "habitual violator."
A world amid bluffs: Upper Mississippi offers vastness and variety Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 9:13PMBAGLEY, Wis. -- Summer has minted a new day on the Mississippi River in southwestern Wisconsin. read more
DNR investigating fish kill near Thornton Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:45PMAssociated Press - August 26, 2010 6:34 PM ET THORNTON, Iowa (AP) - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fish kill in north-central Iowa that's killed minnows, suckers...
CBS4 RTV4 WHBF Quad Cities, IL / IA News Weather SportsDNR investigating fish kill near Thornton Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:44PMTHORNTON, Iowa (AP) - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fish kill in north-central Iowa that's killed minnows, suckers and game fish like northern pike.
FISH KILL: The Iowa DNR says a fish kill near Lacona last week was caused by an anhydrous ammonia leak Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:25PMThe Iowa Department of Natural Resources says numerous game fish were found dead after last week's anhydrous ammonia leak near Lacona.
DNR Warns of High Nitrite in Water District Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:19PMDES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is warning residents in part of a central Iowa rural water district not to give water from the system to infants, because of high nitrite levels.
DNR warns of high nitrite in Iowa water district Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:29PMAssociated Press - August 26, 2010 5:24 PM ET DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is warning residents in part of a central Iowa rural water district not to give...
DNR: Lacona ammonia leak runoff killed game fish Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 1:29PMAssociated Press - August 26, 2010 4:24 PM ET LACONA, Iowa (AP) - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says numerous game fish were found dead after last week's anhydrous ammonia leak near...
Chemical Cloud Runoff Kills 2,784 Fish Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 1:23PMIowa Department of Natural Resources officials said more than 2,784 fish were killed following a chemical leak in Lacona.
Helping to Lower Energy Bills Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 7:16AMAn energy company is helping its customers get some shade and lower their bills at the same time. Alliant Energy is partnering with the Iowa DNR and the Worth County Conservation Board to supply shade trees. The trees will supply shade in people's yards, lowering their air conditioning costs.
Sewer rates on the rise Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 3:00PMOttumwa City Council Member Keith Caviness says a proposal to raise sewer-system rates will soon be under review, although it is not an option.
Iowa's rabbit, squirrel season opens Sept. 4 Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 2:15PMIowa's hunting season for rabbits and squirrels opens Sept. 4.
Iowa's rabbit, squirrel season opens Sept. 4 Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 2:11PMDES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Iowa's hunting season for rabbits and squirrels opens Sept. 4. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources expects cottontail rabbit numbers similar to last year, even though roadside surveys show rabbit populations have generally decreased across the state.
Iowa's rabbit, squirrel season opens Sept. 4 Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 2:00PMAssociated Press - August 24, 2010 4:54 PM ET DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Iowa's hunting season for rabbits and squirrels opens Sept. 4. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources expects...
Lake Delhi Task Force to Organize Friday Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:20PMLAKE DELHI, Iowa - A task force charged with helping to develop strategies for the recovery and rebuilding of the Lake Delhi dam will have its organizational meeting in Cedar Rapids Aug. 27.
Lake Delhi panel to hold first meeting Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:34AMA task force charged with helping to develop strategies for therecovery and rebuilding of the Lake Delhi dam will have itsorganizational meeting Friday in Cedar Rapids.
Gov. Culver announces first Lake Delhi task force meeting Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:00AMCEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa --- A task force charged with helping todevelop strategies for the recovery and rebuilding of the LakeDelhi dam will have its organizational meeting in Cedar Rapids Aug.27.
Lake Delhi task force will have first meeting this week Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 8:29AMA task force charged with helping to develop strategies for the recovery and rebuilding of the Lake Delhi dam will have its organizational meeting in Cedar Rapids Aug. 27. Gov. Chet Culver’s Lake Delhi Recover and Rebuild Task Force, which includes members of city, county and state government as well as the Lake Delhi Recreation Association, [...]