Every two years the state is required to make an impaired waters list, which essentially flags a list of waterways that don’t meet water quality standards.

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Lovers of all things outdoors will adore these stunning hiking trails in Iowa that aren't typically crowded at all.

The fully-furnished kitchen is great for quiet nights in, and an outside brick patio is ideal on those sunny summer nights. There are still dates available for the end of summer, so book your stay on ...

"Experts' Midwest State Park Recommendations," where they outline some of the "hidden gem" state parks across the middle of ...

Records and rankings: No. 8 Ankeny is 6-4; No. 5 Liberty is 9-1.

Iowa State still has a clear path to the Big 12 championship despite last week's loss, but the Cyclones will need to beat ...

Many of Iowa's state parks have accessibility issues, a former DNR manager's assessment finds. That makes it difficult for people with disabilities to enjoy the state parks. The assessment found ...

Matt Sinovic, executive director of Progress Iowa, said Iowans are making the connection between Republican tax cuts and less money in the state's coffers ... good roads and parks and our cities ...

Now that’s a lot of corn and cows! This is an off-the-beaten-track state that has a surprising number of attractions. While there aren’t any iconic National Parks, Iowa has four great national park ...

AMES, Iowa — Iowa State lawmakers passed the education appropriation bill ... ISU students and Ames community members while marching from the student union to the Parks Library on central campus. The ...

Joined by Ames community members, the supporters marched from the Iowa State Memorial Union to Parks Library on Thursday to protest Senate File 2435. The law, which will take effect on July 1, 2025, ...