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Flags at half-staff Thursday to honor Iowa DOT worked killed in I-80 crash
Why do the U.S. and state flags fly at half-staff?
Learn more about why the U.S. and state flags fly at half-staff.
When you see that the flags are half-staff today, use that as a reminder to remain focused while driving and going the speed limit, especially in construction zones.
Why are the flags at half-staff in Iowa?
Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered flags to remain at half-staff to honor an employee of the Iowa Department of Transportation who was killed on the job.
“This senseless tragedy never should have happened,” Reynolds said in a news release. “I urge all drivers to be alert when approaching any work area at any time. The workers on our interstates and roadways deserve our full attention and respect. Please be vigilant and reduce your speed whenever you’re near work areas to keep everyone safe on Iowa’s roads.”
Matthew Dickerson, a father and husband, died on May 16 while working for the DOT on Interstate 80 near Council Bluffs.
“We honor the memory of Matthew Dickerson and his service to the state of Iowa as he is laid to rest this week,” Reynolds said. “Kevin and I pray for his wife, daughters, parents, and extended family during this difficult time.”
Which flags should fly half-staff in Iowa?
Flags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex, according to the governor’s announcement. Flags will also be at half-staff on all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state.
While individuals, businesses or local governments are not mandated to lower flags, the governor encourages them to do so.
What’s the difference between half-mast and half-staff?
Half-mast is used when a flag is flown from a flagpole, typically referring to a ship mast or similar structures, according to Federal Flags. Half-mast means the flag is flown two-thirds up between the top and bottom of the flagstaff.
Half-staff is the term used for flags on land, particularly in the United States. Half-staff describes a flag that is raised halfway, between the top and bottom of the flagpole.
When the American flag is flown at half-staff, it conveys a message of respect and mourning. Federal Flags says this custom is most often observed following the death of a government official, military personnel or in response to a national tragedy.
Des Moines Register reporter Victoria Reyna-Rodriguez contributed to this report.
Kate Kealey is a general assignment reporter for the Register. Reach her at kkealey@registermedia.com or follow her on Twitter at @Kkealey17.
Audi Crooks, Jada Williams reflect on loss to Syracuse
Iowa State’s Audi Crooks and Jada Williams discuss what went wrong in the second half for the Cyclones’ to fall to Syracuse.
Iowa State’s first-round exit from the 2026 Women’s NCAA Tournament has triggered a mass exodus, with a reported eight players leaving the team to enter the transfer portal.
Junior forward Addy Brown announced her decision to “move on” from Iowa State and enter the transfer portal in a social media post on Tuesday, March 24.
“This decision comes after a lot of thought about my future and goals,” Brown wrote in a post shared to social media. “While it’s never easy to move on, I believe this is the right step for me and I’m excited for what’s ahead as I continue to grow and chase my dreams.”
By Thursday, March. 26, several other players followed suit. Junior guard Jada Williams confirmed she’ll be “pursuing my dreams elsewhere” for her senior season. She added in a social media post, “Iowa State will always have a place in my heart and I’ll never forget the Iowa State way.”
Williams transferred to Iowa State for the 2025-26 season after playing for Arizona for the first two years of her career. William averaged career-highs in points (15.3), assists (7.7) and field goal percentage (41.7) in her lone season at Iowa State.
Iowa State freshman guard Reese Beaty, freshman guard Freya Jensen, sophomore guard Reagan Wilson, sophomore guard Aili Tanke, junior forward Alisa Williams and junior center Lilly Taulelei all intend to enter the transfer portal, according to On3’s Talia Goodman.
The transfer portal opens on Monday, April 6, following the NCAA Tournament championship game on Sunday, April 5.
Could Iowa State junior center Audi Crooks be next? Crooks declined to answer whether she would return next season following Iowa State’s 72-63 loss to Syracuse on Saturday, March 21. She instead said, “We’re all still processing everything and just being there for each other right now is the priority. That’s the main thing, making sure everybody is mentally OK through this tough time.”
Crooks had 37 points (17-of-25 FG) and five rebounds in the losing effort against Syracuse.
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DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) – Law enforcement has issued thousands of citations since Iowa’s hands-free driving law went into effect, according to the Iowa Department of Public Safety.
The law went into effect in July 2025, prohibiting using phones while driving unless in hands-free mode. Citations started on January 1.
Since then, officers have issued over 2,400 citations and over 1,900 warnings.
The violation is a moving violation in Iowa, with a fine of $170.
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