 GLSEN says the final July climatological outlook shows slightly elevated chances of warmer temperatures over southern Iowa and a wetter signal statewide. And Smithfield Foods plans to close its Altoona, Iowa, ham boning facility. In a news release, the company says it will consolidate production volume at other locations to improve efficiency of its manufacturing platform. More than 300 employees work at the Altoona plant and Smithfield says it will provide transition assistance.