What’s your Zodiac sign? Check out this list of activities in Cedar Rapids, Iowa that are inspired by astrological signs.  It’s a sign … a Zodiac sign, in fact! Sometimes, when you are deciding what to do for the weekend or on a free…
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Once cold weather hits, these 10 small towns in Iowa transform into winter wonderlands that offer seasonal fun for the whole family.  The warmer months aren’t the only time to walk picturesque main streets and visit historic sites around…
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Keep your Thanksgiving meal local this holiday season. Check out this list of businesses where you can source your turkey and other fixings for a truly delicious feast.  Arguably, the best part of the Thanksgiving holiday is gathering…
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Breakups are tough. But this list of fun activities in Des Moines can help take your mind off the heartache.  Breakups are tough, no matter the circumstances. But there’s no sense in sitting around in your own self-pity (at least not for…
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Check out these interesting and historic pit stops along the Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway, which travels 460 miles across the state of Iowa. The Lincoln Highway makes its way across all of Iowa—460 miles in all. First established in 1913…
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The bustling city of Marshalltown has made a concerted effort to host murals that brighten up the community. Follow along for some fun photo ops.  Murals have been taking the spotlight in communities across the country, and towns and…
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Tis the season for fear! To put the spook in this spooky season, check out this list of some of the scariest haunted houses in Iowa.  It’s the spookiest time of the year, and if you are looking for a fright, we’ve got some ideas. If you…
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Nothing says fall more than a visit to a local pumpkin patch. Check out this list of pumpkin patches to visit all around the state.  Pumpkins, gourds, and hay bales, oh my! Fall has officially arrived in Iowa and front porches across the…
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Now is the time to check out the fall colors displayed across Iowa. Here are some of the best leaf-peeping spots.  The combines are out in the fields. The kids have settled into their school routines. And the weather is doing that thing…
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Iowans are no stranger to severe weather. Learn more about some of Iowa’s deadliest natural disasters, from floods and tornadoes to droughts and derechos. You might think that living in a land-locked state would mean less weather trauma.…
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