Stories by Addax Hicks
Loss of Iowa’s Natural Prairie
In 2025, less than 0.1 percent of Iowa’s native tallgrass prairie remains due to rapid expansion and agricultural settlements. Iowa was once the heart of the prairie lands, with 28.6 million acres of natural plants and grasses covering 80 percent of its landscape—today, about 90% of Iowa’s land is crops.
Climate Change’s influx in natural disasters
In 2024, numerous large storms have been seen in the United States, from hurricanes to deadly fires – scientists believe that climate change is behind the increasingly dangerous natural disasters. In the year 2024, thirteen recorded Atlantic storms have been recorded, nine being hurricanes and four major hurricanes. An ongoing…
The Road to Bands of America
On September 28, 2024, the Northwest Royal Brigade will perform their 2024 show “Imagine” at the Bands of America Iowa Regional, but behind the scenes, the Royal Brigade is a found community for many. Since the beginning of August, the Royal Brigade has been rehearsing most days up into the…
Impact of Media on Zoo Animals
In 2024, many zoos and animal sanctuaries are using social media to educate the public on conservation and wildlife. Still, the internet and media community has an unseen crucial impact on conservation and zoo life behind the scenes. On many online platforms, cute and funny animals are going viral every…