News Releases

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

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Boards and Commissions
Public Meeting or Comments

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda

The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting April 16.

News Release

Spirit Lake Hatchery filling with northern pike

Crews with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources placed fyke nets in the outlets of the sloughs that flow into Big Spirit Lake on April 1, to start collectin

Forestry
News Release

Iowa conifers struggling with winter burn

The DNR foresters are receiving reports of moderate to severe winter burn damage to arborvitae and white pine trees across Iowa.

Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 4/4/2024

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