Curious Iowa
If there’s something you’ve seen or heard around the state and thought, “I wonder what’s that all about?” That’s what Curious Iowa aims to answer.Ask questions and discover answers about Iowa, the region and its people.
If there’s something you’ve seen or heard around the state and thought, “I wonder what’s that all about?”
That’s what Curious Iowa aims to answer. Curious Iowa stories originate with questions submitted by the public and we investigate.
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Curious Iowa: What is Iowa's environmental history?
Iowa's prairies began growing around 9,000 years ago, after the last glaciers melted. By the 1850s, Iowa had 23.3 million acres of prairie, which supported countless species of insects, birds, reptiles and mammals. Since then, Iowa's environment has drastically changed, and native prairies are a rare find. Plus, Iowa's wetlands have been reduced by over 95%. In this session, we will walk through history to discover why Iowa's environment looks how it does today. Along the way we'll answer questions like "Why are hogs and corn king in Iowa?" and have opportunities for audience questions.
Held on October 10, 2024 at 8:30AM
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Curious Iowa: What does a lobbyist do?
Every year, a flurry of bills are proposed in the Iowa Legislature on a vast range of topics. Lobbyists are a key part of the legislative process, presenting a case for why amendments should be made to these bills—or why lawmakers should vote against advancing them. In this session, we'll dive into what Iowans should know about lobbying.
Held on October 11, 2024 at 10:45AM
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