Follow our progress as we work toward the empowerment of Iowans and take steps to continue investing in our great state. Below are press releases, articles and news updates related to the Governor's vision for Iowa.
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- January 26, 2021
Test Iowa sites remain closed Tuesday in Council Bluffs, Des Moines due to weather and road conditions
Press ReleaseState-operated Test Iowa drive-thru sites in Council Bluffs and Des Moines will remain closed today, Tuesday, Jan. 26, due to conditions resulting from heavy snowfall.
- January 25, 2021
Test Iowa sites adjust hours due to winter storm
Press ReleaseThe State of Iowa has announced it will close its five Test Iowa drive-thru sites early today, due to a winter storm warning that is expected to impact the areas where the sites are located.
- January 21, 2021
Gov. Reynolds announces additional assistance through Iowa COVID-19 Local Government Relief Fund
Press ReleaseGovernor Kim Reynolds has announced the reallocation of $17 million in relief money made available to local governments for direct expenses incurred in response to the COVID-19 emergency.
- January 20, 2021
ADVISORY: Gov. Reynolds to hold a Press Conference at 11:00 a.m. tomorrow
Press ReleaseGov. Reynolds will hold a press conference from Iowa PBS at 11 am tomorrow.
- January 14, 2021
Gov. Reynolds names new Chief Operating Officer, Trombino appointed to HSEMD
Press ReleaseToday, Gov. Reynolds announced the hiring of Taryn Frideres to serve as her new Chief Operating Officer.
- January 14, 2021
Test Iowa sites to close Friday in Council Bluffs, Des Moines due to winter storm
Press ReleaseThe State of Iowa has announced it will close the Test Iowa drive-thru sites in Council Bluffs and Des Moines on Friday, Jan.
- January 13, 2021
Test Iowa sites closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday
Press ReleaseThe five state-operated Test Iowa drive-thru sites and the State Hygienic Lab will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18, for the Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday.
- January 13, 2021
Gov. Reynolds Announces Employer Innovation Fund and Child Care Challenge Funding Opportunities
Press ReleaseToday, Governor Reynolds announced two Future Ready Iowa grant opportunities for totaling $1.2 million.
- January 12, 2021
Gov. Reynolds Delivers 2021 Condition of the State
Press ReleaseGov. Reynolds delivers her 2021 Condition of the State Address.