August 6, 2025

Seasonal warmth & heat for many; rainfall adequate for most across the Heartland

Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for near- or above-normal temperatures nationwide, with the Northeast having the greatest likelihood of experiencing anomalously hot weather.  Meanwhile, near- or below-normal rainfall in most areas from the Pacific Coast to the High Plains should contrast with wetter-than-normal weather in much of the eastern half of the […] The post Seasonal warmth & heat for many; rainfall adequate for most across the Heartland appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story

Central Iowa to host ‘Festival of Ideas’ mid-month

Long before there was TV or the internet, Iowans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries would gather during the summer for events called “chautauquas,” to share food and drink, and to hear speakers on topics like history, art, and philosophy. An event later this month aims to recapture the spirit of those gatherings. […] View Full Story

Algona airport’s concrete runway closed for extension

The Algona Municipal Airport’s concrete runway has closed this week for a project to address potential safety issues flagged by the Federal Aviation Administration. An FAA Flight Obstruction study identified U.S. Highway 18 as an obstruction to planes approaching from the north. Barb Smith, Algona’s Deputy City Administrator, says the south end of the runway […] View Full Story

The difference between a milk allergy and being lactose intolerant

Did you know that having a milk allergy isn’t the same as being lactose intolerant? Jessica Kassel, a registered dietitian with the St. Louis Dairy Council, explains the difference. She says there’s also been an increased focus on developing lactose-free dairy products. AUDIO: Healthy Living on milk allergy vs. lactose intolerance The post The difference between a milk allergy and being lactose intolerant appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story