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DNR @ the 2026 Iowa State Fair, Aug 13-23, 2026

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Iowa State Fair? Don't forget to stop by our DNR building located near the west entrance of the fairground, 9am-8pm.

2026 Courtyard Schedule

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Celebrating 100 years of permanent fish aquariums at the Iowa State Fair

Thousands of men, women and children viewed a variety and sizes of native fishes in the new permanent fish aquariums at the 1926 Iowa State Fair.

August 11, 2026

Commemorative State Fair Aquarium hard card

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Natural Resource Commission to meet Aug. 13, 2026, in Des Moines

The Iowa Natural Resource Commission meets Aug. 13 at 9:30 a.m. in Des Moines. Join in person or remotely via video/phone.

August 10, 2026

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News - Featured

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See You at the 2026 Iowa State Fair!

Join Iowa DNR at the 2026 State Fair, Aug 13-23. Visit us near the west entrance for new exhibits, Tree-via, Smokey Bear, and seedling sales!

August 7, 2026

Commemorative State Fair Aquarium hard card

Water Summary Update

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Water Summary Update: Drought watches issued for western Iowa as dry conditions persist

Dry conditions in late July resulted in degraded conditions across much of the state, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

August 6, 2026

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Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 08/06/2026

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review

August 6, 2026

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Tips to control late summer underwater aquatic plants in ponds

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

August 4, 2026

Wildlife Management Areas

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Year round recreation available at Dekalb Wildlife Area

Given its size and ease of access, it’s no wonder that Dekalb Wildlife Area is a popular spot with hunters, birders and those who like to walk in the woods.

August 4, 2026

Wildlife Management Areas

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Habitat variety draws visitors to Lake Iowa and Lake Iowa Marsh

Along Iowa Hwy. 15 out of Armstrong leads to Lake Iowa and Lake Iowa Marsh – two public areas nearly identical in shape and size on the Iowa Minnesota border.

August 4, 2026

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Sioux Falls man identified in fatal West Okoboji Lake boat collision

Zhong Jie Teng, 64, of Sioux Falls, S.D., died from injuries suffered from a boating collision on West Lake Okoboji on Aug. 2.

August 4, 2026

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Wastewater discharge in Keokuk reaches Mississippi River

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater bypass at the City of Keokuk in Lee County.

August 4, 2026

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DNR investigating fatal boat collision on West Lake Okoboji

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fatal boating collision that occurred today on West Lake Okoboji in Dickinson County.

August 3, 2026

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Meservey man identified in fatal Clear Lake boat collision

Dennis Ritter, 59, of Meservey, IA, died Thursday in a fatal boating collision on Clear Lake. Investigation into the accident is currently underway.

July 31, 2026

Water Use Permits

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Water use permits for review, published 7/30/2026

DES MOINES – The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review.

July 30, 2026

Air Quality Draft Permits

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Air quality permits for review, published 7/30/2026

DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

July 30, 2026

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DNR hosting online Iowa Recycling Measurement and Reporting stakeholder event

DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is hosting a Recycling Measurement and Reporting stakeholder event on August 11, 2026.

July 30, 2026

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