Economics
Iowa Gas Prices Rise Slightly as Crude Oil Climbs
Diesel and heating fuel prices also see increases in the state this week.
Iowa Fuel Prices Edge Higher in Latest Report
Gas and diesel costs rise slightly, while natural gas prices decline
Iowa Gas Prices Rise 4 Cents to $2.54 Average
Statewide average up from previous week's price
Lifestyle
East High School Earns National Counseling Program Recognition
Des Moines school receives prestigious RAMP designation from American School Counselor Association
Iowa National Guard Soldier Surprises Kids After 10-Month Deployment
Sgt. 1st Class Nathan Bruch reunited with his five children at school and daycare.
Iowa House Proposes 2.25% Increase in School Funding
Amendment would provide $180 more per student, but educators say more is needed to keep up with inflation.
Weather
Fire Weather Watch Issued in Central Iowa Wednesday
Dangerous conditions could lead to rapid fire spread
Iowa Under Fire Weather Watch as Winds, Dry Air Raise Wildfire Risk
National Weather Service warns of dangerous fire conditions on Wednesday across much of the state.
Clear Choice Exteriors Expands Storm Damage Roofing Support
Iowa contractor streamlines insurance claims process for Des Moines homeowners
Sports
Starmont's Keaton Moeller, Jesup's Cooper Hinz Capture Class 1A State Wrestling Titles
Moeller dominates with relentless offense, Hinz comes through in clutch for Jesup's first team trophy in 60 years
Vinton-Shellsburg's Parmater wins 106 title, Union's Mehlert takes 113 crown
Top-seeded Jackson Parmater outlasts Solon's Anderson Osgood, while Coy Mehlert battles through injury to claim 113-pound championship
Iowa State Basketball Faces BYU in Big 12 Matchup
Cyclones look to continue momentum after recent wins over Kansas and Houston
Health
Flower Deliveries Lift Spirits of Des Moines Cancer Patients
Local flower farm owner donates bouquets to brighten days of those battling cancer
Des Moines University Opens New Health Simulation Center
Free Open House Scheduled for March 5
Two Iowa Nursing Homes Added to Federal List of Worst Facilities
Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab Center and Grundy Care Center cited for resident abuse and regulatory violations
