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Iowa Politics: Zach Lahn’s upset win for the Iowa GOP governor nomination set up a high-stakes November matchup with Rob Sand, after Lahn narrowly edged Trump-backed Rep. Randy Feenstra in a tight primary. Education & Youth: New Iowa education standards for 2027–28 expand statewide testing to include social studies and beef up health education requirements, including emotional well-being and safety skills. Health & Environment: The University of Iowa launched INSIGHT, a statewide research push to connect environmental exposures to health problems like cancer and maternal-newborn outcomes. Community & Culture: Silos & Smokestacks marked its 30th anniversary as it helps celebrate America’s 250th, spotlighting northeast Iowa’s agricultural and industrial heritage. Local Life: Waterloo Schools’ superintendent Dr. Jared Smith earned national recognition as a top U.S. district leader. Food & Family: Iowa’s private school tuition has surged since the voucher/ESA program began, with critics pointing to tuition hikes outpacing inflation.

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Private school tuition in Iowa has grown by as much as 50% since the voucher program began

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Secondary Career and Technical Education Impact Report details growth of CTE in Iowa

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