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Air Quality
News Release

Iowa’s 2026 Air Monitoring Network Plan Available for Public Review and Comment

Iowa’s 2026 air monitoring network plan is available for public review and comment until June 17, 2026.

Display Date
May 18, 2026
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 05/14/2026

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

Display Date
May 14, 2026
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Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 05/14/2026

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

Display Date
May 14, 2026
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Bright blue sky with wispy clouds
News - Featured
Iowa's Wildlife
News Release

Rare white fawn spotted on Indian Hills Community College campus

Rare white fawn confirmed on Indian Hills Community College campus in Ottumwa. DNR: Enjoy from distance; do not disturb. Protected by Iowa law.

Display Date
May 13, 2026
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Rare sighting of a newborn white fawn.
Boating
Safety
Canoe, Kayak & Paddle Sports
News - Featured
News Release

Have fun and stay safe on the water this summer

Stay safe on Iowa's water this summer! Be aware of cold water, swift currents in rivers, and wear a life jacket when paddling or boating.

Display Date
May 12, 2026
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A red kayak with two paddlers on the water.
Iowa's Wildlife
State Parks
News - Featured
News Release

Black bears becoming regular visitors in Northeast Iowa

Black bears are becoming regular visitors in Northeast Iowa, prompting Pikes Peak State Park to install bear-proof trash cans as a safety precaution.

Display Date
May 12, 2026
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Bear-proof trashcan at Pikes Peak State Park.
Air Quality
News Release

Sulfur Dioxide Air Quality Data Requirements Rule Report Available for Public Review and Comment

The DNR invites the public to provide comments on the 2026 report for the Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) Data Requirements Rule (DRR).

Display Date
May 11, 2026
Air Quality
News Release

Plan to participate in the Air Quality Client Contact meeting on May 21

Get the latest on current events and upcoming changes in DNR’s air quality program at the Air Quality Client Contact Meeting at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 21.

Display Date
May 7, 2026
Water Use Permits
News Release

Water use permits for review, published 05/07/2026

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

Display Date
May 7, 2026
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Water Supply Engineering image showing tanks, pipes and other monitoring equipment.
Air Quality Draft Permits
News Release

Air quality permits for review, published 05/07/2026

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

Display Date
May 7, 2026
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Bright blue sky with wispy clouds
Solid Waste
News Release

Solid Waste Alternatives Program accepting applications for funding

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Solid Waste Alternatives Program (SWAP) is accepting applications for the July round of funding

Display Date
May 7, 2026
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
Water Summary Update
News Release

Water Summary Update: Wet April provides relief across most of Iowa

Iowa experienced significantly improved conditions through April, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

Display Date
May 7, 2026
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Image shows water levels on an Iowa river
Hunting
Public meeting
News Release

Meeting on potential antlerless deer hunt in Nine Eagles State Park set for May 14

The Iowa DNR is holding a public meeting in Leon on May 14 at 6 p.m. to discuss a proposed limited, archery-only antlerless deer hunt at Nine Eagles State Park

Display Date
May 6, 2026
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Fishing
News - Featured
News Release

Discover new fishing locations across Iowa with the enhanced DNR mobile-friendly fishing atlas

Enhanced Iowa DNR Fishing Atlas coming soon! Find nearby lakes, rivers, and trout streams easily with mobile-friendly design, search, and printable maps.

Display Date
May 5, 2026
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A mother smiles as she and her son, wearing a life jacket, look at the fish on the end of his line while standing a dock in a park.
Iowa's Wildlife
News Release

Leave wildlife babies where they belong - In the wild

Iowa's Wildlife Baby Season is here. Leave baby animals in the wild; most are not orphaned. "Rescuing" them is harmful and illegal.

Display Date
May 5, 2026
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A spring fawn peering through the brush.

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