Iowa

Muscatine, Iowa, has eight sister cities around the world. Find out how these international destinations foster understanding in southeastern Iowa.  For nearly four decades, Muscatine has worked to foster international connections around…
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These eight state parks and trails in Iowa offer opportunities for winter hikes, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. When you're cooped up in the house, winter in Iowa can feel like it drags on and on. Well, you don’t have to hibernate…
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ISU students brew up "Alien Juice Party" IPA, winning a challenge with Backpocket Brewing. Experience it at release events this December!
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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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