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Iowa’s furbearer season begins Nov. 2
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
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October 31, 2024
Iowa’s furbearer season opens Saturday and the outlook for trappers is positive – most species populations are steady, and there are some early indications wild fur pelt prices could be trending up this winter. The challenge, however, could be...
Department awards grant funds for computer science professional development
Iowa Department Of Education
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January 23, 2025
The Iowa Department of Education announced today that nearly $750,000 has been awarded to 21 Iowa schools to help support computer science professional development. Established by Senate File 274, the Computer Science Professional Development...
Innovasoil Technologies: Leveraging Cutting-Edge Technology for Soil Stabilization in Construction
EIN Presswire
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January 20, 2025
JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Innovasoil Technologies, a leader in advanced soil stabilization, is proud to announce its collaboration with Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. This partnership aims to...
Iowa repeats as one of the nation’s top 10 states for computer science education
Iowa Department Of Education
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October 23, 2024
For the second year in a row, Iowa has been named one of the top 10 states in the nation for providing access to high-quality computer science education. Released by Code.org, the Computer Science Teachers Association, and the Expanding Computing...
Iowa STEM now accepting nominations for the Iowa STEM Teacher Award Program
Iowa Department Of Education
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October 16, 2024
The Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Iowa STEM Teacher Award Program. Administrators, teachers, counselors, parents, students and community members are invited to...
Fourth of July: Donors needed to support blood supply through holiday weekend
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 3, 2025
Davenport, Iowa, July 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ImpactLife is calling on blood donors to add appointments this week and on Independence Day, Friday, July 4, to help make up for donations lost due to the holiday. Summer is already a challenging...
Wolf River Electric Partners with Maxeon Solar Technologies
EIN Presswire
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January 11, 2025
Delivering Unmatched Solar Solutions and Sustainability ISANTI, MN, UNITED STATES, January 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Wolf River Electric, a trusted leader in renewable energy across the Midwest, proudly announces a transformative...
Flint Cooper Cohn Thompson & Miracle Promotes Shane Schmidt to Partner
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 24, 2025
EDWARDSVILLE, IL, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since graduating from the University of Iowa College of Law, Shane has distinguished himself through unwavering dedication, refined legal acumen and a deep commitment to advocating for...
Aptia Group Continues Aptia Serves Philanthropic Initiative With Urbandale, IA Garden Beautification
EIN Presswire
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July 2, 2025
Aptia Group employee volunteers serve Urbandale, IA community with garden beautification to give back to the local community. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aptia, a leading provider of HR and benefits solutions,...
Public comment period opens for state science standards
Iowa Department Of Education
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January 3, 2025
The Iowa Department of Education is seeking public comment on the proposed updates to the state’s science education standards. The standards were reviewed by a team consisting of elementary and secondary educators, administrators, content...
Department announces STEM Scale-Up Program Menu for 2025-26
Iowa Department Of Education
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December 31, 2024
The Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education has announced the selected programs for the 2025-26 Iowa STEM Scale-Up Program menu. Iowa’s STEM Scale-Up Program provides educators and students throughout the state...
IOWA STEM Announces Opening of STEM BEST® Program Applications
Iowa Department Of Education
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October 7, 2024
The Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education is now accepting applications for the STEM BEST® (Businesses Engaging Students and Teachers) Program. STEM BEST® is a funding opportunity for schools that helps educators...
Iowa companies experience impressive economic and environmental outcomes through partnership with DNR P2 program
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
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September 12, 2024
DES MOINES — Iowa companies have saved more than 120.2 million dollars since 2001 as a result of implementing environmental improvements recommended by interns with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Pollution Prevention Intern Program....
ORYZON to Host Virtual KOL Event on July 9, 2025
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 25, 2025
MADRID and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oryzon Genomics, S.A. (ISIN Code: ES0167733015, ORY), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company and a European leader in epigenetics, announced today that it will host a virtual KOL...
New grant opportunity supports professional development for open educational resources for science
Iowa Department Of Education
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December 19, 2024
A new competitive funding opportunity is now available to support professional development for educators using open educational resources for science. The OpenSciEd/ ILC (Iowa e-Learning Central) Materials and Professional Development grant...
Secretary Naig Announces Water Quality Partnership Project with Iowa Soybean Association, United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
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December 18, 2024
Proven practices outlined in the Nutrient Reduction Strategy will be implemented within priority watersheds ANKENY, Iowa (Dec. 18, 2024) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land...
Growers Edge Acquires AQUAOSO Technologies to Help Lenders Better Evaluate Farmland Values and Climate Risks
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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December 19, 2024
JOHNSTON, Iowa, Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Growers Edge, a financial technology firm that provides modern financial products and data-driven tools for agricultural retailers, manufacturers, and lenders, today announced the acquisition of...
Ankeny High School program showcase success in computer science education As more careers and industries seek a workforce skilled in computer science and technology, Iowa schools are rising to meet that demand by providing high-quality computer science
Iowa Department Of Education
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December 17, 2024
As more careers and industries seek a workforce skilled in computer science and technology, Iowa schools are rising to meet that demand by providing high-quality computer science education to all students. Since Senate File 274 was signed into law...
Dr. Ruben Dagda of the University of Reno Nevada Selected for ASCEND2.0 Program to Advance Parkinson’s Disease Research
EIN Presswire
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December 10, 2024
Associate Professor of Pharmacology at UNR to participate in I-RED, ASCEND2.0 cohort. Funded by the NIH's National Institute of General Medical Sciences. RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, December 10, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Dr. Ruben Dagda, an...
Alto Ingredients, Inc. Names Gilbert Nathan Chair, Dianne Nury Vice-Chair and Elects Two New Directors
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 26, 2025
- Jeremy T. Bezdek is a seasoned expert in energy transition - - Alan R. Tank has played pivotal roles in advancing renewable energy, including decarbonization - PEKIN, Ill., June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alto Ingredients, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALTO),...