Author: Sam Cohen
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The spotted lanternfly has reached Iowa. Here’s why that could be a problem
A spotted lanternfly was found in Des Moines in September. The invasive species could pose problems in the future.
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A Safer Future for Pets: Henrico Eyes First Animal Cruelty Registry in Virginia
Henrico County could create Virginia’s first animal cruelty registry. Here’s what you need to know.
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Hey middle schoolers, want to team up with the Packers to help your community? Now you can
Middle school students have until Oct. 24 to enter the Character Playbook Community Impact Project. Here’s what you need to know about the Packers program.
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Oak Lawn United Methodist Church Takes a Stand—One Rainbow Step at a Time
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church has painted rainbow steps following Gov. Abbot’s order to remove rainbow crosswalks. Here’s what to know.
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Changing the Channel: Des Moines Bar Puts Women’s Sports Front and Center
Des Moines is on the precipice of becoming a safe haven for women’s sports. Heroics Sports Lounge, operated by LaQuita Lucas and Jami Behun, is hoping to open in the coming weeks after being approved for a liquor license by…
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Raleigh Residents Help Power City Buses — Literally
Around 70 GoRaleigh buses are set to be fueled by natural gas. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Kalil House Enters the Historic Register
The second of Frank Lloyd Wright’s NH homes was just added to the National Register of Historic Places. Here’s what you need to know.
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Cue Paula Cole: The Dawson’s Creek House Can Finally Be Yours
The house that featured as a central location on the hit television show “Dawson’s Creek” is up for sale for the first time. Here are all the details.
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St. Croix Chippewa Tribe Welcomes Sturgeon to Their Waters
The St. Croix Chippewa tribe has stocked sturgeon on their reservation for the first time. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Hometown Hero: Megan Thee Stallion Receives Mental Health Champion of the Year Award
Houston’s Megan Thee Stallion received The Trevor Project’s 2025 Mental Health Champion of the Year Award. Here’s what you need to know.