IOWA – Governor Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff until sunset on the day of interment in honor and remembrance of Dick Cheney who served as Vice President of the United States from 2001 to 2009 alongside President George W. Bush. Cheney also served in Congress and as Secretary of Defense. Flags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex and for all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state.

IOWA – The first measurable snow of the 2025-26 season is possible today across Iowa, especially in the northern half. The National Weather Service is monitoring for slick travel conditions and the potential for light snow, especially along and north of Highway 20. Much colder air is expected, although a warm up back into the 50s is in the forecast by Veterans Day.

IOWA – Some of the most prolific Iowa High School cross country runners are expected to try and qualify for the national stage in Sioux Falls this weekend. Nike is hosting its annual regional qualifier, which will feature several Iowa champion athletes. Pella’s Marissa Ferebee owns the female course record at the event, and the senior will be running this Sunday. Western Dubuque’s Quentin Naumann, a future Oregon Duck, is among the favorites to win the high school boys race. A select number of athletes will qualify for the national meet in December in Portland, Oregon.