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Mississippi River Swells Toward Flood in Eastern Iowa

Heavy spring rains and upstream snowmelt are pushing the Mississippi River toward historic highs, triggering evacuation advisories in low-lying eastern Iowa communities. The Iowa DNR has issued urgent flood warnings as river levels climb, with crests expected in Dubuque early next week. Residents from Bellevue to Clinton brace for minor to moderate flooding that could reshape local landscapes.[1][2]

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Iowa's School Choice Program Now Open to All Families, With $8,148 Per Student

Iowa has fully implemented universal eligibility for its Students First Education Savings Accounts, allowing any K-12 family to direct state funding toward private school tuition regardless of income. The program, signed into law by Governor Kim Reynolds in January 2023, marks a significant shift in how Iowa allocates education funding as families prepare for the 2026-27 school year.

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