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Feb 12

Story County - A Most Bird Friendly Community

Posted to Story County Conservation News on February 12, 2026 at 2:19 PM by Madison Nolte

Story County Conservation has gone beyond basic bird conservation to achieve the highest level of recognition in the Bird Friendly Iowa program, demonstrating exceptional commitment to habitat, education, and reducing threats to birds through challenging actions in categories like sustainability. Child in blue shirt stands at large window watching the birds outside through binoculars

Tag(s): Programs, Natural Resources, Awards

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Jan 22

Conservation Receives Community Impact Award

Posted to Story County Conservation News on January 22, 2026 at 11:33 AM by Madelynn Dake

Story County Conservation (SCC) is proud to have recently accepted a 2025 Community Impact Award from the Ames Regional Economic Alliance (AREA).

Group photo of adults wearing business clothing stand in front of photo backdrop holding award

Tag(s): SCWLL, Awards

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Sep 02

Dietz named 2025 Citizen of the Year

Posted to Story County Conservation News on September 2, 2025 at 3:24 PM by Madison Nolte

Story County is excited to announce our 2025 Citizen of the Year, Rick Dietz. Dietz extends his commitment to the community through active involvement in volunteering with Story County Conservation, and far beyond.
Rick Dietz volunteer, Citizen of the Year award 2025 with Mike Cox, Logan Heissel, Madi Nolte, Sara