Getting out of the mud near Iowa City

S. Dawn Jones, car now pulled out of the mud by a friendly farmer, continues to Iowa City. (1:32)
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Adventures getting into Iowa City

S. Dawn Jones reports from the road on her way to Iowa City (Cedar Rapids is closed). The roads are muddy gravel, and Dawn's SUV has gotten stuck. (1:13)
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources on Flooding

Mary Skopec from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources describes why this year's flood has been so devastating and how development has increased it's impact.  Ms. Skopec also details how restoration of wetlands can word in tandum with agriculture to minimize damage of future floods. (6:27)
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Eastern Iowa Resident Describes Flood Damage

Marion Patterson, Eastern Iowa resident, describes the extent of flood damage, and talks about why development on historic flood planes causes such severe damage. (4:53)



Relentless, driving rains pummel Iowa corn fields.  Photo by Marion Patterson.
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Linn County Supervisor Linda Langston on Iowa Flooding

Linn County Supervisor Linda Langston describes the damage to Eastern Iowa infrastructure - including roads, the Interstate, buildings, sewage treatment facilities - caused by tremendous regional flooding. (6:56)

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Iowa Flood the "Katrina of the Midwest"

Dan Patterson speaks with Cedar Rapids, Iowa resident Dave Langston about the devastating impact of flooding in Eastern Iowa. Mr. Langston describes the extent of the damage in Cedar Rapids, evacuations, and the flood's impact on animals. The flood could destroy up to 20% of the Midwest's corn crops, significantly impacting food and fuel prices around the world. Corn has risen from about $2.50 per bushel to over $7.00 per bushel. Local lawmakers say the price could rise as high as $9.00 per bushel. (7:21)



Local Iowa corn field. Photo by Marion Patterson.

TRNS Chief UN Correspondent Dan Patterson grew up in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. If you have commentary, feedback, pictures or video of the Eastern Iowa Flood, send them to danpatterson [at] talkradionews [dot] com
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The Undecided at Des Moines Democratic 212

After the first count many remained undecided. Talk Radio News spoke with three undecided caucus participants, Julie Doy, Cindy Hickman, and Kelly Johnson, at the Des Moines Precinct 212 Democratic Caucus.
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Mitt Romney addresses supporters

After coming in second behind Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney addresses supporters in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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Ann Romney addresses supporters

After coming in second behind Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee, Ann Romney addresses supporters in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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The Democratic Caucus for Des Moines 212

Talk Radio News Service observed the Democratic caucus for Des Moines precinct 212. Fred Nichols, the precinct chair gathers the count from one round of the caucus.
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Chaos at the Caucus

At Valley High School in West Des Moines there were eight separate precinct caucuses going on, one Republican and one Democrat per precinct. This fact, along with one of the highest caucus turnouts in recent Iowa history created a very disorganized situation. Meredith MacKenzie talked to Mary Bell, a Republican caucus participant from the Clive, Iowa 3rd precinct about the situation.
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The Obama Message on Caucus Night

Talk Radio News Service caught Michelle Obama, wife of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama as she visited with caucus goers in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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An Interview with Matt and Ben Romney

Meredith MacKenzie interviews Matt and Ben Romney making an appearance at a multiple caucus site in West Des Moines, Iowa to promote their father Mitt Romney, a Republican candidate for president.
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An Interview with Iowa Lt. Governor Patty Judge

Meredith MacKenzie interviews Iowa Lt. Gov. Patty Judge on her caucus experience and views of Iowa voters on caucus day in Des Moines.
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Martial Arts expert Chuck Norris speaks to Mike Huckabee supporters about taxes

Martial Arts expert Chuck Norris speaks to Mike Huckabee supporters about taxes - Meredith MacKenzie in Des Moines, Iowa
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Mike Huckabee speaks to supporters at a campaign rally

Mike Huckabee speaks to supporters at a campaign rally  - Meredith MacKenzie in Des Moines, Iowa
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An interview with Ken Mehlman

An interview with Ken Mehlman - Meredith MacKenzie in Des Moines, Iowa
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An Interview with former Colorado Governor Roy Romer

An Interview with former Colorado Governor Roy Romer - Meredith MacKenzie, Des Moines, Iowa
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Meredith MacKenzie offers update on Iowa

Meredith MacKenzie, appearing on WKVT, reports on the campaigns in Iowa. (11:51)
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