Iowa

Soda fountains are nostalgic, fun, and tasty spots to grab a drink or treat. Check out eight soda fountains in Iowa that are still operating today. Soda fountains used to be all the rage in the United States, particularly in the 1940s,…
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Check out these sparkling holiday light displays around the Des Moines metro area to bring some twinkling magic to your holiday season.  Everything looks more magical when covered in holiday lights, and the Des Moines area is no exception.…
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Get in the holiday spirit by hopping aboard a festive train or trolley ride in Iowa. The holiday season is in full swing, and there’s no shortage of festive events taking place throughout Iowa. In addition to shopping markets, tree…
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To add some magic to your Iowa winter, consider dashing through the snow in a horse-drawn sleigh.  The first snow has dusted its way across some of the state of Iowa, and the cold winds have announced that winter has arrived. But that…
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From sacred game-day rituals to stadium-wide celebrations, find out which beloved Iowa tradition topped USA TODAY's best college sports list.
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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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Discover the 15 top winter destinations in Iowa for skiing, ice-fishing, holiday shopping, and more.  ‘Tis the season for winter fun in Iowa! Whether you’re dreaming of an adventurous ski trip, a magical winter wonderland, delicious baked…
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Mason Allen, a UVA sophomore, conquered the Everesting challenge on a unicycle, climbing 29,032 feet in 21 hours, breaking the previous record. Charlottesville's own UVA student, Mason Allen, took on Mount Everest without leaving his…
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From artists to bakers and even Taylor Swift fans, Iowa’s entrepreneurs are worth investing in, and they’ve got the best gifts this holiday season. Every year, big-box stores rake in millions of dollars throughout the holiday season, often…
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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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