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The lower Mississippi River may soon experience record low levels last seen in the 1930’s. That’s according to the Army Corps of Engineers, who are…
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This year's drought has taken a toll on a crop that gets more attention this time of year: Christmas trees. But one expert says it has not affected…
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This year’s drought caused several governor’s as well as various livestock and poultry groups to petition the Environmental Protection Agency to wave a…
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This summer's drought created some unexpected problems for the Macomb Public Works Department. Operations Manager Jason Bainter said the dry conditions…
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The rainfall from Hurricane Isaac is both good and bad news for southeast Iowa farmers.Bob Dodds with Iowa State University Extension says the good news…
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A look back at the top stories and features from the Tri States Public Radio news department from August 2012.During the month, State Senator John…
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This summer's combination of high temperatures and little precipitation has impacted just about every type of farmer. Nonetheless, some are finding ways…
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All counties in Illinois have been designated as “primary disaster areas” due to drought.USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack said the designations came at the…
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Two of Iowa’s political heavyweights spent some time in Lee County this week. They used separate events to tout one of the state’s growing industries.U.S.…
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The City of Macomb has taken steps to ensure the water continues to flow this summer despite the drought.Mayor Mike Inman said water from one of the…