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Iowa’s 10 most Instagram-worthy state parks
The Iowa DNR recently highlighted 10 state parks that get the most love on Instagram.
Iowa's state parks are a natural draw for residents and visitors alike, offering diverse landscapes and activities. The Iowa Department of Natural…
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The deadliest natural disasters in Iowa history
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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Your guide to Iowa’s certified dark sky parks
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.
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2 Iowa Universities Dominate in National Rankings
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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12 of Iowa’s wackiest roadside attractions
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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4 ways to recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Iowa
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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5 University of Iowa writers make the prestigious National Book Award long list
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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Falling in love with Decorah: Iowa’s small-town autumn oasis
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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University of Iowa renames road to honor a heartfelt tradition
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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UVA’s AI Racecar Speeds to Victory at Indy, Making History
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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