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Feature: Wetlands as Flood Control?

posted on February 5, 2009 at 3:40 PM

The Iowa Journal looks at conservation efforts as a means for helping with flood control.

Cedar Rapids - Questions of Efficiency in Rebuilding City

posted on January 22, 2009 at 5:19 PM

A mall that was running out of tenants, gained when the flood of 2008 displaced city and county offices. Will they stay together and add the schools into the mix?

Vinton, Iowa - New Home for AmeriCorps NCCC Members

posted on January 5, 2009 at 2:55 PM

Iowa wants young people to come to the state, and AmeriCorps has brought 160 new recruits into the state's center. What do these young adults bring with them, and how is Iowa the better for it? The Iowa Journal takes a look.

Iowa Issues - The Floods of 2008

posted on December 30, 2008 at 5:50 PM

If there was a persistent story this year it was weather-related. Recent days have featured conversation-worthy snowfall and ice. But it was the floods of 08 that defined the year.

Out and About Iowa - Flood Stories - Charles City

posted on December 12, 2008 at 10:47 AM

Out and About Correspondent Dan Kaercher travels to Charles City to see how the residents fared during and after the June 2008 floods.

Discussion: Iowa Congressional District #1

posted on October 23, 2008 at 3:30 PM

"The Iowa Journal" takes a look at the issues facing the state's 1st congressional district. This district is comprised of 12 counties.

The district is often called the John Deere district and Deere and Company has operations in the biggest cities of the district, Davenport, Dubuque and Waterloo.

Iowa Congressional District #1 - A Profile

posted on October 23, 2008 at 1:32 PM

"The Iowa Journal" takes a look at the issues facing the state's 1st congressional district. This district is comprised of 12 counties.

The district is often called the John Deere district and Deere and Company has operations in the biggest cities of the district, Davenport, Dubuque and Waterloo.

Discussion: Iowa Congressional District #4

posted on October 10, 2008 at 1:52 PM

"The Iowa Journal" takes a look at the issues facing the state's 4th congressional district. The Iowa Journal speaks with Trent Rice, KASI Radio News Director from Ames, and Dr. John Epperson, Political Science Professor from Simpson College, in Indianola, to find out what might be major motivations for the voters and citizens this year.

Iowa Congressional District #4 - A Profile

posted on October 8, 2008 at 2:12 PM

"The Iowa Journal" takes a look at the issues facing the state's 4th congressional district. This district is comprised of 28 counties.

Geographically, it looks like a sideways stocking, with the toe encompassing Indianola and Winterset, the heel in north-central Iowa including Mason City and Estherville, and the ankle about two counties wide on the north eastern Iowa tier reaching to the Mississippi River.

Iowa Congressional District #2 - A Profile

posted on October 3, 2008 at 12:05 PM

A profile of Iowa's 2th Congressional District.

Iowa News Analysis: October 2, 2008 National Economy, 401k Plans, and Retirements

posted on October 3, 2008 at 11:25 AM

Associated Press reporter David Pitt discusses the state of the national economy and how it affects Iowa businesses, 401 K funds, and future retirement plans.

Discussion:Iowa Congressional District #2 - A Profile

posted on October 3, 2008 at 11:23 AM

In the studio to talk about the district and the campaign for 2nd district Representative, are two political reporters: James Lynch of the Cedar Rapids Gazette and Matt Milner of the Ottumwa Courier.

Discussion: Iowa Congressional District #3

posted on September 26, 2008 at 12:32 PM

Paul Yeager interviews two guests in the studio to discuss the 3rd Congressional District: Tama County native Dave Paxton, publisher of the Chariton and Albia newspapers, and Richard Doak, retired editor and columnist for The Des Moines Register currently teaching at Iowa State University and Simpson College.

Iowa Congressional District #3 - A Profile

posted on September 17, 2008 at 10:57 AM

A profile of Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.

Flood and Storm Recovery 2008 - Iowa Disaster Overview

posted on September 11, 2008 at 4:45 PM

Experts from flood and disaster agencies answer viewer questions on this live hour-long episode of The Iowa Journal, hosted by Paul Yeager.

Flood and Storm Recovery 2008: Your Disaster Questions Answered

posted on September 11, 2008 at 3:39 PM

Experts from flood and disaster agencies answer viewer questions on this live hour-long episode of The Iowa Journal, hosted by Paul Yeager.

Web Exclusive: Iowa Congressional District #5

posted on September 5, 2008 at 5:31 PM

The lively discussion of politics in Iowa's 5th Congressional District continues with reporters Art Cullen from the Storm Lake Times, and Mike Peterson, news director at KMA Radio.

Iowa Congressional District #5 - A Profile

posted on September 4, 2008 at 6:17 PM

A profile of Iowa's 5th Congressional District.

Discussion: Iowa Congressional District #5

posted on September 4, 2008 at 6:16 PM

The Iowa Journal profiles Iowa's 5th Congressional District and looks towards the issues that will color voter's decisions during the election campaign of 2008.

Iowa News Analysis: September 5, 2008 Rebuild Iowa Report & Smoking Ban

posted on September 4, 2008 at 6:14 PM

In the News Analysis, reporter Jeneane Beck and host Paul Yeager talk about the final report from Rebuild Iowa, the possibility of a special session and a bar in West Burlington that has drawn the attention of a the Attorney General's office with 48 complaints about Iowa's smokefree air act.

Iowa News Analysis: August 28, 2008 Taxes and Flood Reports

posted on August 27, 2008 at 3:20 PM

Associated Press reporter David Pitt talks with host Paul Yeager about the possibility of a special session of the Iowa General Assembly to deal with 2008 flood relief. Discussion also focused on the upcoming Rebuild Iowa report and the drop in tax revenues.

Discussion: Storm Water Management - Flood Prevention

posted on August 27, 2008 at 3:20 PM

Two-thirds of the water reaching Iowa's landscape goes directly to rivers, streams and lakes often causing flooding the likes of which were seen this summer in much of Iowa.

"The Iowa Journal" will explore flood prevention measures, such as prairies, wetlands, rain gardens and other landscaping and construction techniques currently in use in several parts of the state.

Storm Water Management - Flood Prevention (Feature)

posted on August 19, 2008 at 11:31 AM

Two-thirds of the water reaching Iowa's landscape goes directly to rivers, streams and lakes often causing flooding the likes of which were seen this summer in much of Iowa

"The Iowa Journal" will explore flood prevention measures, such as prairies, wetlands, rain gardens and other landscaping and construction techniques currently in use in several parts of the state.

Discussion: Helping Kids Deal with Storms and Loss

posted on June 27, 2008 at 9:38 AM

Experts discuss how to help kids deal with the losses they and their towns have incurred in recent Iowa storms.

Iowa Floods 2008 - Kids' Reactions

posted on June 26, 2008 at 3:24 PM

Natural disasters, like tornadoes and floods, can take an emotional toll on adults and may be even more traumatic to children. The Iowa Journal takes a look at a group of Cedar Rapids children taking a break from dealing with the flood by having "fun". Studio guests will discuss how adults can help children deal with their emotions after the initial crisis is over.

The Iowa Journal: June 19th Flood Report

posted on June 19, 2008 at 9:33 PM

This is an overview of flooding in towns across Iowa.

Ask the Experts: Your Disaster Questions Answered

posted on June 18, 2008 at 4:33 PM

Experts from flood and disaster agencies answer viewer questions on this live hour-long episode of The Iowa Journal, hosted by Paul Yeager.

Discussion: Iowa Natural Disasters 2008 - Looking Ahead

posted on June 12, 2008 at 11:25 AM

The economic impact from the storms is assessed with David Swenson, an Iowa State University economist and L.D. McMullen, retired CEO and General Manager of the Des Moines Water Works. He now consults on water resource planning with the engineering firm Snyder & Associates.

Flooding Across Iowa - 2008 Floods Overview

posted on June 12, 2008 at 11:22 AM

The Iowa Journal takes a look at the widespread effects of extreme weather on Iowa so far this year.

Iowa Storms - Floods, Tornadoes, and Aftermath - News Analysis

posted on June 12, 2008 at 11:21 AM

In the News Analysis segment, David Pitt of the Associated Press updates host Paul Yeager on the aftermath of tornado that killed four Boy Scouts at the Little Sioux Scout Ranch in western Iowa on June 11, 2008. The two also discuss how the Midwest floods are affecting corn prices.