Iowa

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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Discover five certified dark sky parks in Iowa that offer spectacular and secluded opportunities for stargazing. If gazing at the night sky is your thing, then take note. These dark sky parks in Iowa are stargazing hotspots. Haven’t…
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Two Iowa universities shine in annual U.S. News rankings, leading in nursing, writing, value, and graduation rates. In the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings for 2025, two Iowa universities…
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Among the many roadside attractions in Iowa, these 12 are by far the weirdest.  Sometimes, the best part of a road trip is stopping to take in the scenery. Here in Iowa, you might also want to plan a little extra time to stop and take in…
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Iowa is one of many U.S. states that’s replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and there are many ways to recognize the holiday in 2024. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is honored on the second Monday of October every year, and this…
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Three University of Iowa graduates and two faculty members made the National Book Award longlist. Winners will be announced Nov. 20. In a literary plot twist that would make even the most imaginative fiction writer proud, the University of…
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Five reasons why Decorah is the best small town in Iowa to spend a fall day.  Decorah is a dreamy small-town destination in northeast Iowa, no matter what season you visit. But during the fall, Decorah is especially enticing. Nature’s fall…
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The University of Iowa has renamed For The Kids Way to Hawkeye Wave Way, honoring a heartfelt tradition involving a children's hospital and football games. The University of Iowa announced Monday that For The Kids Way, an east-west road…
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Inside the record-setting win UVA's AI racecar had at the Indy Autonomous Challenge. In a thrilling display of artificial intelligence and automotive engineering, the University of Virginia's robot racecar team, Cavalier Autonomous…
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Iowa State University sees robust enrollment with 30,432 students this fall, including 5,906 first-years. The rise, driven by STEM interest, signifies ISU's leadership in innovation and hands-on learning opportunities.
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