News Releases

Read the latest news from the DNR for environmental protection, recreation and conservation updates in Iowa.

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Hunting
News Release

Kunch family donation becomes popular hunting spot

TOLEDO, Iowa - George and Virginia Kunch left a legacy when they donated their 162-acre family farm in Tama County to the people of Iowa, in 2005.

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Boil Order
Advisories

Boil advisory issued for City of Massena

A boil advisory has been issued for the City of Massena in Cass County. This is due to low chlorine residuals throughout the distribution system.

Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 08/22/2024

DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.

Hunting - Pheasant Doves Small Game
News Release

Iowa’s dove season begins Sept. 1

The 2023 season saw the highest number of doves harvested since Iowa began holding mourning dove seasons – nearly 195,000 birds.

Hunting - Migratory Game Birds
News Release

Iowa’s statewide teal only season begins Sept. 1

Iowa’s statewide teal only hunting season is Sept. 1-16, providing hunters of all ages and experience an opportunity to enjoy time in the wetlands.

Air Quality
Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 08/15/2024

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live.

Hunting - Pheasant Doves Small Game
News Release

Kunch family donation becomes popular hunting spot

George and Virginia Kunch left a legacy when they donated their 162-acre family farm in Tama County to the people of Iowa, in 2005.