Marissa Payne is a Statehouse reporter at the Register, where she covers Iowa politics and government. Her reporting focuses on elections, public policy, and consumer health, reflecting her commitment to regional interest and critical issues affecting the community. Marissa's work has been featured in numerous publications, including the La Crosse Tribune, Sioux City Journal, and USA TODAY.
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Marissa Payne's coverage focuses on local government announcements, economic development, real estate industry updates primarily in Cedar Rapids and Iowa. She is likely to be interested in pitches related to significant business developments, local government policies, and community initiatives within these areas.
Pitches offering insights into economic trends impacting Cedar Rapids or Iowa or experts discussing the implications of new regulations would likely resonate well with Marissa. Additionally, stories about new business ventures or infrastructure projects can also capture her interest.
Given that a substantial portion of her coverage includes press releases and government announcements, she may also appreciate exclusive access to breaking news related to local businesses or policy changes.
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Plus: Federal candidates post final pre-primary fundraising hauls
By: Marissa Payne
| Des Moines Register IOWA CITY — Scott and Brooke Kaas knew they wanted to do something in the fight against childhood cancer after pediatric
By: Marissa Payne
Des Moines Register IOWA CITY — The nation's top Medicaid official defended Republicans' tax and spending law that slashes the public
By: Marissa Payne
Des Moines Register Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks expressed concern over a new $1.8 billion federal fund to compensate "victims of lawfare."
Plus: Who is Donald Trump endorsing in Iowa's primary election?
By: Marissa Payne
Healthcare providers and institutions may opt out of providing services they believe violate their conscience, under a law Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed.
By: Marissa Payne, Stephen Gruber-Miller
Iowa lawmakers approved a $9.65 billion state budget for fiscal year 2027, which begins July 1. That's about a 1.43% increase over this year's $9.51 billion in spending.
By: Matt Peterson, Lucia Cheng, Stephen Gruber-Miller, Maya Marchel Hoff, Marissa Payne, Cooper Worth, Brianne Pfannenstiel
Iowa has contested primaries for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, governor, state auditor, state Legislature and local races. Here are the latest updates.
By: Marissa Payne
A rematch is imminent in Iowa’s 1st District after Democrat Christina Bohannan staved off a primary challenge from her left flank.
By: Marissa Payne
Des Moines Register Democrat Christina Bohannan comfortably staved off a primary challenge from her left flank, likely setting the stage for another rematch with Republican U.S.
