Even as Central Iowa Water Works has lifted a lawn-watering ban prompted by elevated levels of nitrate pollution in the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers, high bacteria levels in the state's waterways ...

Under the cover of darkness, our small pod of explorers expanded into the waters of Griffin Bay in search of glow-in-the-dark marine life. Home to noctiluca scintillans, or “sea sparkles,” the waters ...

A New Jersey pizza delivery driver creatively navigated floodwaters by using a kayak to ensure his delivery reached its destination.

One of the first items on my retirement “To Do” list was to immerse myself in the waters of kayaking. Consider that box checked as of last week. I have undergone my kayaking baptism without upsetting ...

Cedar Rapids' drinking water has been named the best-tasting in Iowa, marking the city's fifth time winning the annual ...

Many years ago, I attended the wedding of our neighbor's son in Des Moines. The table I was assigned had a mix of individuals, most of whom I had never met. One of the guests at the table was a ...

KALAMAZOO, MI -- Many cats don’t like water. But “Noodle the boat kitty” has no fear. Noddle has become the mascot for the Kalamazoo Paddle Club, accompanying his owner Bryan Daniel for a float down ...

From lakeside hikes and fishing to unique thrift finds and charming coffee spots, this Iowa Great Lakes escape blends small-town spirit with big fun.

DAVENPORT, Iowa — The Iowa Utilities Commission has approved new rates for Iowa American Water, effective August 1, 2025, following the company’s rate review filing on May 1, 2024. The approved rates ...

Paddling the entirety of the Mississippi River is an ambitious outing for anyone, but for a single mom and seven of her 15 kids, it’s a family adventure.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) changed the outflows of an Ohio lake at the request of the Secret Service to accommodate a private boating trip by Vice President JD Vance, according to a ...