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A devastating weather event, known as a derecho, struck Iowa on August 10, 2020. A line of severe storms extended more than 770 miles for 14 hours.

A healthy pond needs aquatic plants, but too many can upset a fishing pond’s balance and become a nuisance.

DES MOINES –Iowa DN) is introducing a new hands-on attraction at the Iowa State Fair: the Conservation Discovery Area, located at the historic DNR Building.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is holding an open house on Aug. 21, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Speaker Park Shelter House in Lake View.

Exceedances of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for fine particulates are expected today and tomorrow over most of the state.

Exceedances of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for fine particulates are expected today and tomorrow over most of the state.