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Orange dye in Davenport’s Crow Creek traced to mulching operation

• 6/8/2018 5:04:00 PM
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DAVENPORT - DNR staff from Washington, Iowa, headed to Davenport Thursday afternoon after receiving a call and a photo showing bright orange flow in Crow Creek east of the Davenport airport.

DNR investigates fish kill near Dyersville

• 10/12/2017 9:01:00 AM
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DYERSVILLE – Monday and Tuesday DNR staff from the Manchester field office looked for the source of a fish kill on Hickory and Hewitt Creeks in Dubuque County.

Red Dye Study will examine water flow through auxiliary Lock 14 near the Quad Cities

• 6/13/2017 12:43:00 PM
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U.S. Geological Survey scientists will inject a harmless, bright red fluorescent dye into the auxiliary lock at Locks and Dam 14 on the Mississippi River near Pleasant Valley, Iowa, June 13, weather permitting. If needed, a backup date is scheduled for June 27.  

DNR Investigates Red Dye in Stream Near Clarinda

• 6/24/2016 12:56:00 PM
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CLARINDA – Red dye poured into a storm sewer in Clarinda has reached a tributary of the West Nodaway River in Page County.

How to Create Natural Dyes for Easter Eggs and Other DIY Projects [Tutorial]

• 4/3/2015 6:39:00 AM
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Create super intense Easter eggs that outshine those made with store-bought dyes with these foraged, natural dyes. Get outside with a friend or loved one to gather plants and brew a tempest of color. The dyes are easily frozen for later use.