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News Release

Aggressive treatment planned for Eurasian watermilfoil found in Lost Grove Lake

The Iowa DNR will start treating Lost Grove Lake at the end of June with the approved aquatic herbicide Sonar A.S. to eliminate Eurasian watermilfoil.

Display Date
June 13, 2023
Wildlife - Trapping
News Release

New rules and laws address raccoons, create year-round open season

Changes are coming soon to the way Iowans can hunt and trap raccoons, and how farmers can deal with raccoon depredation issues.

Display Date
June 13, 2023
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR Enforcement Actions, published 6/8/2023

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

Display Date
June 8, 2023
Pollution Prevention P2
Land Quality
News Release

Several Iowa companies team with Pollution Prevention Interns, save resources and enhance environmental performance

Ten Iowa businesses have teamed with the Iowa DNR’s Pollution Prevention (P2) Intern Program this summer to increase the efficiency of their operations.

Display Date
June 8, 2023
Water Monitoring
News Release

Drought watch in place with below normal rainfall in May

The state of Iowa faced a dry May with only 2.54 inches of rainfall, which is just over half of its normal rainfall for the month.

Display Date
June 8, 2023
Animal Feeding Operations
News Release

Upcoming Payment Updates to Online AFO Application (EMMP)

The State of Iowa is transitioning to a new electronic payment system that will impact the online Animal Feeding Operation application (EMMP) later this summer.

Display Date
June 6, 2023
Iowa's Wildlife
News Release

Long-term project is bringing prairie back to hard to get to places of the Loess Hills

“Limb’n and chunk’n in pieces your swampers can move,” yelled Doug Chafa in what sounded like secret code known only to the 30 or so select people

Display Date
June 6, 2023
State Parks
News Release

Heavy rains delay opening at Lake Ahquabi State Park

Heavy rains last week caused washouts and erosion at Lake Ahquabi State Park, delaying reopening of the park until mid-July.

Display Date
June 6, 2023
Water Monitoring
State Parks
News Release

Drought conditions continue to impact water levels at Blue Lake in Lewis and Clark State Park

Blue Lake, located within Lewis and Clark State Park, continues to experience abnormally low water levels that may impact recreation opportunities.

Display Date
June 6, 2023
Enforcement Actions
News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 6/1/2023

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

Display Date
June 1, 2023
News Release

Don’t be fooled by summer heat: Iowa’s waters are still dangerously cold

Summer heat entices many to plunge into local lakes to cool off.

Display Date
June 1, 2023
Air Quality
Forestry Fire
News Release

Wildfire smoke contributes to air quality exceedances in May

The Air Quality Bureau has recorded 33 exceedances of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) over the last 14 days.

Display Date
June 1, 2023
Wildlife Management Areas
News Release

Different habitats on the Upper Wapsi Wildlife Area attracts and supports diverse wildlife

The Upper Wapsi Wildlife Area is returning to a mix of wetlands, timber, and prairie that traditionally would make up this area, hosting various wildlife.

Display Date
May 30, 2023
State Parks
News Release

Discover Hidden Gems with the 2023 State Park Passport

The Iowa State Park Passport is back in 2023 and better than ever.

Display Date
May 30, 2023
Boating
News Release

Boater collides with bridge piling on Cedar River

On May 27, 2023, at approximately 1:00 PM, Jeffrey Mattison, 51, of Cedar Rapids, collided with a bridge piling while boating on the Cedar River upstream.

Display Date
May 27, 2023

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