More than 2,600 Iowans tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, a new statewide record-high for the number of positive tests in a 24-hour period. According to data from the Iowa Department of public health, the state reported 2,617 new cases as of 11 a.m. Friday, surpassing the state’s previous 24-hour record of 2,579 which was recorded on Aug.