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Web Exclusive: Iowa Economy Discussion

posted on September 16, 2009 at 4:55 PM

Economist talks about the health of Iowa's economy now and in the future in a full-length interview extra. This includes questions from Iowa Journal host Paul Yeager.

Council Bluffs - Omaha - Discussion of the Possible Economic Future

posted on May 1, 2009 at 5:36 PM

Council Bluffs - Omaha - Discussion of the Possible Economic Future Unlike the Quad Cities; Omaha-Council Bluffs has yet to find its full identity. But could that be changing? On this episode of The Iowa Journal, we’ll take a hard look the potential emergence of a new and powerful regional economy.

Iowa News Analysis - April 30, 2009

posted on May 1, 2009 at 5:27 PM

Unlike the Quad Cities; Omaha-Council Bluffs has yet to find its full identity. But could that be changing? In this episode of The Iowa Journal, we’ll take a hard look the potential emergence of a new and powerful regional economy.

Council Bluffs/ Omaha: A Booming New Economy?

posted on April 30, 2009 at 2:25 PM

Council Bluffs/ Omaha:  A Booming New Economy? Unlike the Quad Cities, Omaha-Council Bluffs has yet to find its full identity. But could that be changing? On this episode of The Iowa Journal, we’ll take a hard look the potential emergence of a new and powerful regional economy.

Iowa News Analysis - A Davenport Perspective

posted on August 22, 2008 at 3:52 PM

Iowa News Analysis - A Davenport Perspective The Iowa Journal broadcasts live from the spot where gambling in Iowa started, Davenport. Our News Analysts are: Mark Ridolfi, Editorial Page Editor/Quad City Times, and John Beydler, QC Online editor, columnist/The (Moline) Dispatch/The Rock Island Argus.

Discussion: Gambling in Iowa - A Davenport Perspective

posted on August 22, 2008 at 11:15 AM

Discussion: Gambling in Iowa - A Davenport Perspective The Iowa Journal broadcasts live from the spot where gambling in Iowa started, Davenport. Gambling money is still coming into the state's coffers, but at what cost? Have we saturated the market with gambling?

Gambling in Iowa - From Davenport to Council Bluffs

posted on August 21, 2008 at 2:21 PM

Gambling in Iowa - From Davenport to Council Bluffs Iowa Journal explores the history of gambling in Iowa - starting in Davenport in 1991. Gambling money is still coming into the state's coffers, but at what cost? Have we saturated the market with gambling?

Discussion: Smoking, Drinking, and Gambling Addictions in Iowa

posted on April 28, 2008 at 5:41 PM

Discussion: Smoking, Drinking, and Gambling Addictions in Iowa "The Iowa Journal" explores legal addictions in Iowa—alcohol, nicotine, and gambling.

Smoking, Drinking, and Gambling Addictions in Iowa

posted on April 25, 2008 at 10:49 AM

Smoking, Drinking, and Gambling Addictions in Iowa "The Iowa Journal" visits Iowa City for a look at the University of Iowa’s alcohol prevention efforts.

Discussion: Casino's Impact on Economy and Politics in Iowa

posted on February 15, 2008 at 5:00 PM

Paul Yaeger interviews Wes Ehrecke, President of the Iowa Gaming Association and Jack Ketterer, Administrator for the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission.

Gambling in Iowa

posted on February 15, 2008 at 4:49 PM

Gambling in Iowa Gambling is a big part of the Iowa economy. Revenues since gaming was legalized have topped a billion dollars and continue to climb. Despite the fact that wagering is now tightly woven into the fabric of Iowa life, there are questions about its worth.