The recent discovery of a sabertooth cat skull in southwest Iowa is the first evidence the prehistoric predator once inhabited the state. The chance of finding any fossilized remains from a sabertooth cat is slim, said Matthew Hill, an associate professor of archaeology at Iowa State and expert on animal bones.
Driving to a vacation destination rather than flying can save travelers lots of money on costly airfare. Summer is peak travel season. Whether vacationers plan to travel internationally or domestically, they can expect to pay top dollar as they head off for parts unknown.
The negative impacts of drought, high nitrogen prices and other high prices associated with pasture management have left some pastures in the state in lessthan-ideal condition. As the 2023 growing season approaches, Aaron Saeugling, field agronomist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, discusses important considerations when improving thin or over-grazed pastures.
Springtime brings seesaw temperatures, greening grass and trees, and the increasing activity of four-, six- and eight-legged creatures — with some wanting to move into nearby homes. Ants are known especially for their springtime appearance, marching in through cracks around windows, doors and foundations.
Q: How are you working to improve the nation’s organ procurement system? A: Nearly two decades ago, I started looking under the hood of the system Congress created in 1984 to regulate the nation’s organ procurement system with passage of the National Organ Transplant Act. That federal law provided the framework for the national organ donation, recovery and transplant system.
Second Monday: Hamburg City Council meeting, 1201 Main St., 6 p.m. 712-382-1313.
Keep Iowa Beautiful invites Iowans to join the Great American Cleanup and an estimated 3 million volunteers across the nation by removing litter from public areas during Pick-Up Iowa from April 15, through July 31.
In 2019, the United States became energy independent for the first time in 62 years – a major milestone for our nation’s energy and national security. That same year, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA), the price of a gallon of gasoline averaged $2.60 nationwide and just $2.49 in the Midwest while household electricity bills averaged $115 for American families.
George C. Grape Community Hospital has announced the following new hires for the facility: Mandie Gammell, director of revenue cycle; Mitchell Hagedorn, physical therapist; Cole Bohlen, cook; Ashleigh King, patient access representative; Jami Osteberg, registered nurse; Belynda Daniels, registered nurse; and Melinda Groenthal, home health care aide.
TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (03/31/23). Beat your personal best this year. Prioritize private reflection, imagination and planning to recharge. Develop new springtime talents and capacities. One summertime financial door closes and another opens, before autumn partnership and romance heats up. Winter collaboration generates shared financial gain. You’re a shining star.