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World Food Prize to set 600,000 meal record
CEO of The World Food Prize, Tom Vilsack, says this years Borlaug Dialogue will attempt to break a world record by packing 600,000 meals for those in need. Vilsack said that Iowans are encouraged to join the effort and help make this a reality. Not only will Iowans have a chance to send 300,000 meals…
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Back to school is fuss-free with this parental health checklist
Every year, back to school is jarring for kids and parents. Time adjustments, new illness, lethargic “hangry” kids, and the “I’m not tired” transition from summer. Elli Vore from Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care explains how to avoid most of it by following some simple rules. Vore is seeing quite a few kids for their annual…
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Iowa business succession planning attorney makes it easy
The majority of business owners are putting their own businesses at great risk. Few have a plan if they were suddenly incapacitated or pass away. Iowa business succession planning attorney Breanna Young of Dentons Davis Brown says it’s shockingly easy to plan for, and shockingly expensive if you forget. The lack of “documented clarity” hurts…
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The next generation of Africans will be key in alleviating world hunger
Dr. Norman Borlaug believed investments into Africa would be key in ending global hunger and today the momentum he envisioned is becoming a reality. Paul Schickler, World Food Prize Foundation Chair and Owner of 3rd Ag, highlights DialogueNEXT Africa and shares the exciting momentum. Africa’s land is an incredible agriculture gem. It’s for this reason…
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Most chronic issues would go away with a few simple changes
Chronic issues are on the rise in the USA. Most would go away if we made some simple lifestyle changes, but knowing where to start is a bit overwhelming. Dr. Jon Van Der Veer explains the numerous environmental challenges thrown at us and explains why short touch points with your doctor aren’t sufficient in changing…
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Scholarships and solving global hunger
The World Food Prize Iowa Youth Institute recently celebrated its 15th anniversary, breaking attendance records as 365 students from across the state gathered at Iowa State University’s Memorial Union. Jacob Hunter, a North Scott School District educator and former World Food Prize education program leader, noted the immense energy of the event, seeing a hall…
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What to do when workers comp insurance delays & denies
Iowa’s best workers compensation and work injury attorney Nate Boulton sheds light on the legal complexities workers face when workers’ compensation claims are delayed or denied. It’s important to note, we’re journalists, not legal experts. Our summary of the interview isn’t legal advice—we urge you to reach out to Nate for legal expertise as all…
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2026 Legislative overview: property tax reform, eminent domain, water quality
Following a 112-day legislative marathon that stretched 12 days past its traditional limit, the Iowa Legislature adjourned on May 3rd, leaving a massive stack of paperwork on Governor Kim Reynolds’ desk. Dentons Davis Brown Special Counsel Sydney Gangestad and Logan Murray break down the details. Out of more than 1,400 bills introduced during the session,…
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Concierge healthcare isn’t just for wealthy folks anymore
“Concierge” healthcare isn’t just for wealthy folks anymore. Iowa-based Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care designed an affordable Iowa direct primary care model, starting at $49 per mo! “The first response is, it sounds too good to be true. That’s actually sad. That’s part of what’s wrong with healthcare today,” says Carl Behn, co-founder. “It really is…
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Iowa Governor, White House Cabinet Member, & CEO launches podcast
What’s next after you serve two terms as Iowa Governor, serve two times in The White House, and then become CEO of the World Food Prize? You start a podcast to eradicate global hunger… obviously. Tom Vilsack joins us to discuss his new podcast, The World Food Prize Podcast, The World Food Prize Gala, and…