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Democrat Rob Sand leads Iowa's statewide elected officials in job approval with 53%, according to the latest Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll. Republican Governor Kim Reynolds experiences a decline in approval, reaching her lowest rating at 45%, while Attorney General Brenna Bird follows with 39%. The poll reflects a notable shift in public sentiment in a traditionally Republican state.
The western portion of the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area trail in Iowa City will be closed daily from September 30 to October 4, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for maintenance work. The rest of the trail and recreation area will remain accessible to the public during this time.
A recent Iowa Poll reveals that 59% of Iowans oppose the state's six-week abortion ban, with significant disapproval noted among women and various demographic groups. This poll marks the first assessment of public opinion since the law was enacted on July 29, 2023.
A recent state audit revealed that Iowa is not meeting federal requirements for nursing home inspections, with an average inspection interval of 17.1 months, exceeding the mandated 12.9 months. State officials, however, have labeled the audit's findings as misleading. This report comes amid increasing scrutiny of Iowa's nursing home facilities following several abrupt closures.
The City’s Finance Department has received the national Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for the 13th consecutive year. This award recognizes the City’s commitment to effective governmental budgeting, as demonstrated in its FY2025 budget that took effect on July 1, 2024.