Dawson is a city in Dallas County, Iowa, with a population of approximately 116.
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All news →NewsFEB 11, 2026
'Dawson's Creek' star James Van Der Beek has died at 48
'Dawson's Creek' star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 Iowa Public Radio
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NewsJAN 08, 2026
Dawson says lawmakers have chance for ‘wholesale changes’ in Iowa’s property tax system
Dawson says lawmakers have chance for ‘wholesale changes’ in Iowa’s property tax system Radio Iowa
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NewsAUG 27, 2025
Dave Dawson announces candidacy for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District
Dave Dawson announces candidacy for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District KTIV
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