Federal money that helps homeless Iowans is tied up in court, as the Trump administration works to shift funds away from permanent housing programs and toward short-term housing and services, like shelters and treatment programs. Courtney Guntly is director of the Iowa Balance of State Continuum of Care, and oversees distribution of the money for […] View Full Story
The cattle industry continues to digest the news that Tyson has shuttered additional beef processing plants. Illinois Beef Association Executive Vice President Josh St. Peters says the abrupt closure of Tyson’s Joslin, Illinois facility is problematic. “When they closed facilities in Nebraska, they were given a couple months notice. When they closed facilities in Texas, they were […] The post Tyson plant closures raise concerns over cattle market competition appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. View Full Story
Even with all the recent rain, much of Iowa’s northern half remains under a moderate health advisory due to smoke from distant wildfires, and a mental health expert says that smoke is affecting more than just people’s lungs. Clinical health psychologist Dr. Kristi White says many of her patients are bringing up the smoky conditions […] View Full Story
