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    Each episode of The Iowa Journal focuses on a single multi-faceted issue that is important to Iowans. Read more...

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    The Iowa Journal also discusses current and significant stories of Iowa interest with seasoned journalists. Read more...

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    On alternate Thursdays, The Iowa Journal explores Iowa, visiting a different town. Meet your Iowa neighbors and learn about things to do in the state. Read more...

Recent Stories

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.

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Iowa Congressional District #4 - A Profile

posted on October 8, 2008 at 2:12 PM

Iowa Congressional District #4 - A Profile "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.

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Iowa Congressional District #2 - A Profile

posted on October 3, 2008 at 12:05 PM

Iowa Congressional District #2 - A Profile A profile of Iowa's 2th Congressional District.

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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.

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Discussion:Iowa Congressional District #2 - A Profile

posted on October 3, 2008 at 11:23 AM

Discussion:Iowa Congressional District #2 - A Profile 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.

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Science & Technology

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.

Health

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.

Politics & Government

Iowa News Analysis: September 25, 2008 Sally Mason's Review, Economic Bailout, & Early Absentee Voting

posted on September 26, 2008 at 12:39 PM

David Pitt of The Associated Press talks about University of Iowa President, Sally Mason's, Board of Regents review; the impact of the economic bailout on Iowa and the first day of early absentee voting.

Business & Economy

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.

History & Culture

Auto Racing in Iowa

posted on September 17, 2008 at 3:40 PM

A look at the auto racing industry in Iowa from the dirt tracks to the paved ovals and the businesses that make them run.