IOWA – Unusually high precipitation totals throughout July have brought significant drought relief to Iowa. The state recorded its second-highest average statewide precipitation for the month, more than double the normal amount, according to a report by the Iowa DNR. As a result, drought and dryness improved dramatically, leading to drought-free conditions in the state through the first week in August. . The National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center, however, indicates an uncertain outlook for August, with no clear signal for precipitation or temperature trends.

GRIMES – An investigation into an injured infant in Grimes in underway, according to KCCI-TV. Polk County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a call of an unresponsive two-month old in Grimes. The child was transported to a nearby hospital with injuries. Police have not identified any possible suspects in the case, which remains under review.

STORY CITY – A nursing home in Iowa was fined for failing to protect residents from abuse by another person residing at the facility. Iowa Capital Dispatch reports Bethany Life in Story City received a $325 penalty for the incident. On April 20th, staff found a woman lying in bed with another male resident, allegedly without his consent. Staff received reports about the woman apparently approaching several other male residents and touching them inappropriately.