Good morning, Des Moines.

Fire crews responded just before 5:30 p.m. on Friday at the Kossuth County Fairgrounds after a camper owned by a Des Moines couple caught fire; the motor home was lost, the family's cat died, and a dog was rescued as officials suspect a roof air conditioner sparked the blaze.

Des Moines residents can look forward to the Iowa State Fair from Aug.

13-23 with a new park-and-ride at Southridge Mall and free Mobility Assistance Carts running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Organizers have also added baby nursing & changing stations and upgraded fair buildings.

ChildServe hosted its annual Nurse Camp in Johnston on Friday—offering hands-on nursing skills and career insights to inspire students amid the state's growing nursing shortage.

A new Iowa Drought Monitor report shows that 45% of Iowa is facing abnormal dryness or drought (18% abnormally and 26% moderate) after rain eased conditions in the west; overall dryness remains worse than a year ago.

Lawmakers are working to clean up remaining parts of the farm bill that lower food aid funding.

An Iowa Corn Growers Association president said year-round E15 sales may save consumers money and help the environment, with resolution expected near the election.

Ankeny Regional Airport received a $2.5-million federal grant to extend its primary runway to 6000 feet so larger corporate jets can use the facility; city and airport officials said the project is expected to boost aviation activity and local economic growth.

The CDC added Iowa to its list of states due to a cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce as weekly cases climb.

Health officials are monitoring the outbreak and advising safe food practices.

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