Lauren Mills

Severity of algae in Iowa lakes is on the rise

That paint-like scum that covers some Iowa lakes every summer isn’t just gross and smelly. People, pets, and livestock coming into contact with or ingesting toxins produced by the algae are at risk to symptoms including skin rashes, gastrointestinal issues and, in high doses, liver failure. The toxi

By Lauren Mills

/ 21 Aug 2015

Severity of algae in Iowa lakes is on the rise

Large Livestock Farms Spread Across Iowa, Threatening Waterways

A major environmental threat has emerged as factory farms take over more and more of the nation’s livestock production: Pollution from the waste produced by the immense crush of animals. Iowa has more of the massive livestock feeding lots, known as concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs, t

By Bridget Huber/FairWarning and Lauren Mills

/ 30 May 2013

Large Livestock Farms Spread Across Iowa, Threatening Waterways

Tuition and the National Debt are Closely Related

Iowa students have the third highest student debt in the nation.

By Lauren Mills

/ 25 Apr 2012

Sending it on Downriver: Iowan Nutrients in the Dead Zone

Part two of a three part series.

By Lauren Mills

/ 1 Apr 2012

Sending it on Downriver: Iowan Nutrients in the Dead Zone

The Story of Nitrogen: A trip down the Mississippi

Iowa is a major culprit for the polluted Gulf of Mexico.

By Lauren Mills

/ 31 Mar 2012

The Story of Nitrogen: A trip down the Mississippi

Gazette Editor Lyle Muller to Take Helm of IowaWatch

IowaWatch welcomes Muller as new Executive Director.

By Lauren Mills

/ 20 Mar 2012

Evangelical Radio Host Rallies Fans, Rouses Debate

Steve Deace is known for controversial radio commentaries, which weave religion into politics. His show touches on issues popular among evangelical voters, who have played an important role in Iowa politics and in the caucus. -------------------------------------------------------------------------

By Lauren Mills

/ 12 Dec 2011

Deace Expands Beyond Iowa’s Cornfields

Deace continues to provide a voice for his "niche audience" despite offers to work in politics.

By Lauren Mills

/ 12 Dec 2011

Isolating Latinos in 2012 Caucus May Bring Future Challenges

As the Latino population in Iowa grows, caucus candidates continue to overlook Hispanic issues. But, ignoring this demographic could have future consequences for the Republican party.

By Lauren Mills

/ 27 Oct 2011

Brazilian Ethanol: A Viable Model?

A further look into ethanol production inspires ideas that may help world hunger problems

By Lauren Mills

/ 19 Oct 2011

Corn Ethanol May Heighten Food Scarcity for World's Poor

Ethanol production in the United States may contribute to shrinking food stocks and rising food prices, experts warn. Following the food crisis of 2008, experts say the increasing dedication of crops to fuel may lead to future malnutrition and starvation around the globe.

By Lauren Mills

/ 18 Oct 2011

Perry Speech, War on Regulations Raise Parallels to Pre-Recession Climate

Presidential hopeful Rick Perry stops by the Iowa Credit Union Convention where he vowed to make "government inconsequential in your life" and supported heightening the credit union lending cap.

By Lauren Mills

/ 19 Sep 2011

Severity of algae in Iowa lakes is on the rise

Large Livestock Farms Spread Across Iowa, Threatening Waterways

Tuition and the National Debt are Closely Related

Sending it on Downriver: Iowan Nutrients in the Dead Zone

The Story of Nitrogen: A trip down the Mississippi

Gazette Editor Lyle Muller to Take Helm of IowaWatch

Evangelical Radio Host Rallies Fans, Rouses Debate

Deace Expands Beyond Iowa’s Cornfields

Isolating Latinos in 2012 Caucus May Bring Future Challenges

Brazilian Ethanol: A Viable Model?

Corn Ethanol May Heighten Food Scarcity for World's Poor

Perry Speech, War on Regulations Raise Parallels to Pre-Recession Climate

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