Obama unveils federal fracking rules for public lands
The Obama administration proposes first major standards for fracking on federal lands to protect groundwater. Requirements include reinforced bore holes and disclosure of chemical blends, with industry citing potential delays to energy growth. Industry groups urge state collaboration to limit costs and keep lands job-creating.
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Eric Milito
The
American Petroleum Institute
Oil rig count in U S drops to four year low
The U S oil rig count falls 41 to 825, the lowest in four years, Baker Hughes reports. The week marks a 15th straight decline, with production still near a 40 year high as prices slump and demand remains weak.
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United States
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James West
Evercore III
OPEC
Iowa City MSA ranks third strongest in Iowa economy
The Iowa City metropolitan area ranks No. 38 nationwide among 381 MSAs in POLICOM's study, marking the highest Iowa ranking since 2005 with double digit growth each year since 2012. It trails Des Moines and Council Bluffs-Omaha and covers Johnson and Washington counties. Ed Raber of the Washington Economic Development Group cites consistent growth as the key driver.
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Washington Economic Development Group
Spring planting delays hit Midwest crops amid drought and floods
U.S. forecasters report delayed corn and rice planting from the southern to northern Corn Belt due to a dry winter in the north and heavy winter snow causing floods in the south. Drought intensifies in Minnesota and surrounding states while some regions face potential drought improvement elsewhere.
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Brad Rippey
U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Virgil Schmitt
Iowa State University Extension
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Dakotas
Steve Baun
North Central River Forecast Center
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Center
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Great Lakes
Liz Martin
Gazette
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