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Record corn prices are putting a little extra cash in farmer's pockets, and they're spending it on farm equipment, benefiting local companies like Burco Sales in Independence. "Very busy," said Shane Beatty with Burco. "Not enough hours in the day."

Farm equipment sales surging this spring

Record corn prices are putting a little extra cash in farmer's pockets, and they're spending it on farm equipment, benefiting local companies like Burco Sales in Independence.

"Very busy," said Shane Beatty with Burco. "Not enough hours in the day sometimes." More>>

Gas prices go up 34 cents in past week

Average retail gasoline prices in Iowa have risen 34.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.01 per gallon yesterday, according to GasBuddy.com.

Average retail gasoline prices in Iowa have risen 34.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.01 per gallon yesterday, according to GasBuddy.com. More>>

Iowa brewers raise $31,000 online for business

Dubuque may soon have its own brewpub downtown after the business' owners raised more than $31,000 online. More>>

Dunkin' Donuts holds job fair for new Coralville store

The new Dunkin' Donuts currently under construction in Coralville will host a job fair this weekend.

The new Dunkin' Donuts currently under construction in Coralville will host a job fair this weekend. More>>

Iowa jobless rate drops to 4.7% in April

Iowa Workforce Development says the state's unemployment rate dropped to 4.7 percent in April, the lowest rate since December 2008. More>>

Iowa court to decide key case for dental billing

The Iowa Supreme Court is expected to decide whether insurers can require dentists who accept their plans to offer discounts on services that aren't covered. More>>

Legislative leaders hopeful on property tax deal

Iowa legislative leaders say they are close to a deal to reduce commercial property taxes in the state. More>>

Intermec unveils $12.5 million technology center in Cedar Rapids

Intermec, Inc. held a ribbon cutting Wednesday morning for their new $12.5 million technology center in downtown Cedar Rapids. More>>

Audit: Iowa attorney overbilled nearly $91,000

The state auditor's office says an attorney filed nearly $91,000 in overbillings to the city of Indianola, and used fake names from a phone book to beef up his reports. More>>

Officials estimate Powerball jackpot at $360M

The Powerball jackpot is climbing again, and fast. More>>

Public hearings set on governor's health care plan

The Iowa Department of Human Services will hold four public hearings on the governor's proposed health care plan in cities across the state in June. More>>

Iowa lawmakers set overall budget number

Iowa lawmakers say they have an agreement on an overall budget figure, a signal that the end of the legislative session may not be far behind. More>>

Iowa plant that had been awarded state loan closes

A northwest Iowa plant that had been awarded a state expansion loan has closed down. More>>

New scam targets eastern Iowa babysitter

The hundreds of scams floating around eastern Iowa at any given moment come in all forms, everything from mail and phone scams to e-mail and text-messaging. More>>

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China's Li seeks stronger economic ties with India
China's Li seeks stronger economic ties with India
China's new premier says he chose India as the site of his first foreign visit because cooperation between the world's two most populous nations is crucial to world stability and economic growth.More >>
China's premier has told Indian business leaders that the two Asian giants need to establish stronger economic ties.More >>
Senate to debate crop insurance in farm bill
Senate to debate crop insurance in farm bill
The Senate is debating cuts to the federally subsidized crop insurance program as it considers a massive farm bill this week.More >>
The Senate is debating cuts to the federally subsidized crop insurance program as it considers a massive farm bill this week.More >>
Committee nears final big immigration decisions
Committee nears final big immigration decisions
The Senate Judiciary Committee hopes to nail down an elusive compromise on high-tech visas and may punt a controversy over gay marriage to the full Senate as it makes final drafting decisions on immigration...More >>
The Senate Judiciary Committee hopes to nail down an elusive compromise on high-tech visas and may punt a controversy over gay marriage to the full Senate as it makes final drafting decisions on immigration legislation that...More >>
Should we let wunderkinds drop out of high school?
Should we let wunderkinds drop out of high school?
Thomas Sohmers, 17, of Hudson, Mass., has been working at a research lab at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology since he was 13, developing projects ranging from augmented reality eyewear to laser...More >>
Thomas Sohmers, 17, of Hudson, Mass., has been working at a research lab at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology since he was 13, developing projects ranging from augmented reality eyewear to laser communications...More >>
Oil price rises to near $97 per barrel
Oil price rises to near $97 per barrel
The price of oil rose toward $97 per barrel Tuesday, but gains were checked as investors waited for the Federal Reserve's latest views on the U.S. economy.More >>
The price of oil rose toward $97 per barrel Tuesday, but gains were checked as investors waited for the Federal Reserve's latest views on the U.S. economy.More >>
Asia stocks fall ahead of Fed statements
Asia stocks fall ahead of Fed statements
Asian stock markets fell Tuesday as investors waited for the U.S. Federal Reserve to telegraph what it plans to do next with its economic stimulus program.More >>
Asian stock markets fell Tuesday as investors waited for the U.S. Federal Reserve to telegraph what it plans to do next with its economic stimulus program.More >>
Chinese fishing boat, crew released by North Korea
Chinese fishing boat, crew released by North Korea
China is urging North Korea to release a Chinese fishing boat whose owner says it was seized by gun-toting North Koreans earlier this month and held for ransom, in the latest irritant in relations between the...More >>
A Chinese boat and 16 fishermen seized for ransom by armed North Koreans two weeks ago were released Tuesday, easing the latest irritant in relations between the neighboring allies.More >>
Average credit card debt, late payments fall in 1Q
Average credit card debt, late payments fall in 1Q
Americans got better about paying their credit card debt on time in the first three months of the year, a period when many borrowers use income tax returns to tackle their holiday season debt.More >>
Americans got better about paying their credit card debt on time in the first three months of the year, a period when many borrowers use income tax returns to tackle their holiday season debt.More >>
Asia stocks muted ahead of Fed meeting
Asia stocks muted ahead of Fed meeting
Evidence of a steady economic recovery in the U.S. helped push Asian stock markets higher Monday.More >>
Asian stock markets struggled to post gains Tuesday as investors waited for the U.S. Federal Reserve to telegraph what it plans to do next with its economic stimulus program.More >>
Lew taps government retiree pension fund
Lew taps government retiree pension fund
Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew said late Monday he will begin tapping into two government employee retirement funds to buy more time before the U.S. Treasury is faced with the prospect of defaulting on the national...More >>
Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew said late Monday he will begin tapping into two government employee retirement funds to buy more time before the U.S. Treasury is faced with the prospect of defaulting on the national debt.More >>

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Significant storm damage to parts of Linn, Benton counties
Significant storm damage to parts of Linn, Benton counties
The winds treated a commercial jet parked at the Eastern Iowa Airport like a toy, pushing it more than 10 feet into a jet bridge.
Yossi was among the thousands without power after straight line winds knocked one tree into a transmission line, wiping out power for some time.More >>
Yossi was among the thousands without power after straight line winds knocked one tree into a transmission line, wiping out power for some time.More >>
Celebrity Apprentice to re-air at 1:05 a.m.
Celebrity Apprentice to re-air at 1:05 a.m.
NBC's Sunday finale episode of "Celebrity Apprentice" will re-air in its entirety tomorrow (Tuesday) morning from 1:05 to 3:05 a.m.
NBC's Sunday finale episode of "Celebrity Apprentice" will re-air in its entirety tomorrow (Tuesday) morning from 1:05 to 3:05 a.m.More >>
NBC's Sunday finale episode of "Celebrity Apprentice" will re-air in its entirety tomorrow (Tuesday) morning from 1:05 to 3:05 a.m.More >>
Farm equipment sales surging this spring
Farm equipment sales surging this spring
Record corn prices are putting a little extra cash in farmer's pockets, and they're spending it on farm equipment, benefiting local companies like Burco Sales in Independence. "Very busy," said Shane Beatty with Burco. "Not enough hours in the day."
Record corn prices are putting a little extra cash in farmer's pockets, and they're spending it on farm equipment, benefiting local companies like Burco Sales in Independence.More >>
Record corn prices are putting a little extra cash in farmer's pockets, and they're spending it on farm equipment, benefiting local companies like Burco Sales in Independence.

"Very busy," said Shane Beatty with Burco. "Not enough hours in the day sometimes."More >>
Towns on alert for rising waters on Cedar River
Towns on alert for rising waters on Cedar River
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Emergency crews are dealing with flooding on the Cedar River in Charles City, where the river rose more than 9 feet since 2 a.m. Monday.More >>
Emergency crews are dealing with flooding on the Cedar River in Charles City, where the river rose more than 9 feet since 2 a.m. Monday.More >>
Gas prices go up 34 cents in past week
Gas prices go up 34 cents in past week
Average retail gasoline prices in Iowa have risen 34.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.01 per gallon yesterday, according to GasBuddy.com.
Average retail gasoline prices in Iowa have risen 34.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.01 per gallon yesterday, according to GasBuddy.com.More >>
Average retail gasoline prices in Iowa have risen 34.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.01 per gallon yesterday, according to GasBuddy.com.More >>
Waterloo, CF students give trolley tours to each other
Waterloo, CF students give trolley tours to each other
Some Cedar Valley elementary students are getting a unique look at the area's history -- through the eyes of other students who live there.
Some Cedar Valley elementary students are getting a unique look at the area's history -- through the eyes of other students who live there.More >>
Some Cedar Valley elementary students are getting a unique look at the area's history -- through the eyes of other students who live there.More >>
Wind, rainstorm rips through New Hampton
Wind, rainstorm rips through New Hampton
Residents in New Hampton are cleaning up after severe weather blew through eastern Iowa Sunday night.
Residents in New Hampton are cleaning up after severe weather blew through eastern Iowa Sunday night.More >>
Residents in New Hampton are cleaning up after severe weather blew through eastern Iowa Sunday night.More >>
High winds cause damage across eastern Iowa
High winds cause damage across eastern Iowa
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Reports of damage all across the KWWL viewing area were caused by several waves of severe thunderstorms across Iowa Sunday night, closing roadways and even a few schools due to debris and power outages.More >>
Reports of damage all across the KWWL viewing area were caused by several waves of severe thunderstorms across Iowa Sunday night, closing roadways and even a few schools due to debris and power outages.More >>
Many Eastern Iowans waking up without power Monday morning
Many Eastern Iowans waking up without power Monday morning
There are about 460 Iowa Rural Electric Company customers without power in eastern Iowa.
More than 9,000 Alliant Energy customers in Linn County experienced outages Tuesday morning. The company reports crews were working overnight attempting to restore power to those without power.More >>
More than 9,000 Alliant Energy customers in Linn County experienced outages Tuesday morning. The company reports crews were working overnight attempting to restore power to those without power.More >>
Floyd County sees storm damage
Floyd County sees storm damage
Officials in Floyd County confirmed they sustained damage when a severe thunderstorm came through their county late Sunday afternoon.
Officials in Floyd County confirmed they sustained damage when a severe thunderstorm came through their county late Sunday afternoon.More >>
Officials in Floyd County confirmed they sustained damage when a severe thunderstorm came through their county late Sunday afternoon.More >>

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Cyclone Tailgate Tour hits the Cedar Valley
Cyclone Tailgate Tour hits the Cedar Valley
The Iowa State Cyclone Tailgate Tour paid a visit to the Cedar Valley Wednesday night.More >>
The Iowa State Cyclone Tailgate Tour paid a visit to the Cedar Valley Wednesday night.
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Black Hawk star grabs two USHL awards
Black Hawk star grabs two USHL awards
The United States Hockey League has recognized the Waterloo Black Hawks' top scorer as both its Forward and Player of the Year for 2012/13 on Wednesday.
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The United States Hockey League has recognized the Waterloo Black Hawks' top scorer as both its Forward and Player of the Year for 2012/13 on Wednesday.
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Former Hawk Micah Hyde talks about his chances of making Packers
Former Hawk Micah Hyde talks about his chances of making Packers
Former Iowa Hawkeye football star Micah Hyde returned to eastern Iowa recently to give back by presenting donated items to the Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids.
Former Iowa Hawkeye football star Micah Hyde returned to eastern Iowa recently to give back by presenting donated items to the Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids.More >>
Former Iowa Hawkeye football star Micah Hyde returned to eastern Iowa recently to give back by presenting donated items to the Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids.More >>

Tax GuideMore>>
Tips to make next year's taxes less stressful
Tips to make next year's taxes less stressful
Most of us approach taxes as something to put off thinking about until absolutely necessary. However, with a bit of forethought and preparation, you can make next year's taxes go much more smoothly.More >>
Most of us approach taxes as something to put off thinking about until absolutely necessary. However, with a bit of forethought and preparation, you can make next year's taxes go much more smoothly.More >>
How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft
How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft
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Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work.More >>
Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work.More >>
Our favorite income tax apps for iPad
Our favorite income tax apps for iPad
The big deadline to file your income taxes with the IRS is Tuesday, April 17. Though it's still a bit limited, the tax app selection for iPad is better than any other platform.More >>
The big deadline to file your income taxes with the IRS is Tuesday, April 17. Though it's still a bit limited, the tax app selection for iPad is better than any other platform.More >>
Does online tax software really save you money?
Does online tax software really save you money?
Both online tax software and tax professionals have their own set of advantages, but which one is actually better for your bottom line?More >>
Both online tax software and tax professionals have their own set of advantages, but which one is actually better for your bottom line?More >>
What does filing as head of household mean for your taxes?
What does filing as head of household mean for your taxes?
In order to file as head of household, you must meet several requirements. Find out whether being head of household comes with any tax benefits.More >>
In order to file as head of household, you must meet several requirements. Find out whether being head of household comes with any tax benefits.More >>
Use your tax refund wisely
Use your tax refund wisely
Eight smart ways to spend that bonus paycheckMore >>
Eight smart ways to spend that bonus paycheckMore >>
Mortgage and home tax deductions
Mortgage and home tax deductions
What federal tax deductions can you take for a mortgage and other home ownership expenses?More >>
What federal tax deductions can you take for a mortgage and other home ownership expenses?More >>
6 steps to take if you can't pay your taxes
6 steps to take if you can't pay your taxes
If you owe money this year, and lack enough money in reserves to pay the entire debt, you can take many steps to stay on Uncle Sam's good side.More >>
If you owe money this year, and lack enough money in reserves to pay the entire debt, you can take many steps to stay on Uncle Sam's good side.More >>
The new tax rules explained
The new tax rules explained
Congress and President Obama may have avoided the fiscal cliff, but that does not mean taxpayers escaped tax increases.More >>
Congress and President Obama may have avoided the fiscal cliff, but that does not mean taxpayers escaped tax increases.More >>
IRS plans January 30th tax season opening for 1040 filers
IRS plans January 30th tax season opening
Following the tax law changes made under the American Taxpayer Relief Act, the IRSit plans to open the 2013 filing season and begin processing individual income tax returns on Jan. 30.More >>
Following the tax law changes made under the American Taxpayer Relief Act, the IRSit plans to open the 2013 filing season and begin processing individual income tax returns on Jan. 30.More >>

More personal finance featuresMore>>
Why you need a will
Why you need a will
Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.More >>
Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.More >>
6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't
6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.More >>
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.More >>
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50k - $75k between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.More >>
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50,000 to $75,000 between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.More >>
How to handle and prevent identity theft
How to handle and prevent identity theft
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.More >>
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.More >>
Browser extensions that save you money
Browser extensions that save you money
The following Internet browser extensions have achieved popularity among consumers, thanks to a series of unique and practical benefits.More >>
There is a widening range of online tools that have been designed to help save hard-earned cash. The following Internet browser extensions have achieved popularity among consumers, thanks to a series of unique and practical benefits.More >>
Financial considerations for college grads moving home
Financial considerations for college grads moving home
Tips for making the transition work for everyone.More >>
Tips for making the transition work for everyone.More >>
Will Obama's chained CPI help keep inflation from eating into your savings?
Will Obama's chained CPI help keep inflation from eating into your savings?
This week we examine ways in which inflation nibbles away at your retirement income, especially in light of the President's proposal for Chained CPI adjustments to Social Security.More >>
This week we examine ways in which inflation nibbles away at your retirement income, especially in light of the President's proposal for Chained CPI adjustments to Social Security.More >>
Why you need an emergency fund
Why you need an emergency fund
An emergency fund will help see you through an unexpected and potentially costly life event, such as a health crisis, a job layoff or a major home repair.More >>
An emergency fund will help see you through an unexpected and potentially costly life event, such as a health crisis, a job layoff or a major home repair.More >>
Save money for Mother's Day, or any day
Save money for Mother's Day, or any day
Whether you've always wanted to take mom to Mexico or splurge on a day at the spa, here are some easy tips for saving up dinero for Mother's Day and all year round!More >>
Whether you've always wanted to take mom to Mexico or splurge on a day at the spa, here are some easy tips for saving up dinero for Mother's Day and all year round!More >>
Post-grad degrees that pay the highest
Post-grad degrees that pay the highest
Post-graduate degrees can often lead to a better paycheck as long as you choose the right field.More >>
Post-graduate degrees can often lead to a better paycheck as long as you choose the right field.More >>

More about the economyMore>>
Building toward recovery
Building toward recovery
Construction leads the way, but the recovery is affecting a broader base of businesses, according to a new study.More >>
Construction leads the way, but the recovery is affecting a broader base of businesses, according to a new study.More >>
Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.More >>
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.More >>
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
New qualified mortgage rules released
New qualified mortgage rules released
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For most homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For the great majority of homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Bank of America to forgive 150,000 second liens
Bank of America to forgive 150,000 second liens
Bank of America is erasing the debt on 150,000 second liens for mortgage borrowers in financial difficulty.More >>
Bank of America is erasing the debt on 150,000 second liens for mortgage borrowers in financial difficulty.More >>
Young cancer survivors say costs hinder follow-up care
Young cancer survivors say costs hinder follow-up care
Many teen and young adult cancer survivors in the United States go without routine medical care because it's too expensive, a new study finds.More >>
Many teen and young adult cancer survivors in the United States go without routine medical care because it's too expensive, a new study finds.More >>
Family health insurance premiums jump 4 percent in 2012
Family health insurance premiums jump 4 percent in 2012
U.S. families are paying 4 percent more in annual premiums for their employer-sponsored family health coverage this year.More >>
U.S. families are paying 4 percent more in annual premiums for their employer-sponsored family health coverage this year.More >>
9 things to consider before loaning money to a loved one
9 things to consider before loaning money to a loved one
Perhaps the only thing more difficult than watching someone you love struggle financially is having that person ask you for money.More >>
Perhaps the only thing more difficult than watching someone you love struggle financially is having that person ask you for money.More >>

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