Bird flu persists across the country; Iowa logs fifth and sixth detections this year

The highly pathogenic avian influenza was detected in domestic poultry flocks in Washington and Buena Vista counties, marking ...

Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congress’ first vote on the conflict

WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans voted down an effort Wednesday to halt President Donald Trump’s war against Iran, demonstrating early support for a conflict that has rapidly spread across the Middle ...

Bird flu confirmed in backyard flock in eastern Iowa

Iowa health officials confirmed a case of bird flu in eastern Iowa. The Iowa Department of Agriculture says the confirmed ...
Iowa Capital Dispatch

Bird flu persists across the country; Iowa logs fifth detection this year

A Washington County flock has been detected with bird flu marking the fifth detection in an Iowa flock in 2026, according to IDALS.

Bird flu detected in southeastern multi-species flock, marking 5th case of 2026

The state department, alongside the USDA, said the new case was detected in a multi-species backyard flock in Washington County. The case marks Iowa's fifth of the year. In comparison, 10 detections ...
The Herald-Mail

Meet the 13 Washington County wrestlers heading to state championships

Thirteen Washington County wrestlers are set to compete at the 2026 MPSSAA State Championships in Upper Marlboro from March 5-7.