Iowa
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Ames is the most haunted town in Iowa, & these 5 stories prove it
Ames, Iowa, has experienced several brushes with paranormal incidents. Here are five stories that prove it’s haunted.
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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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14 Guinness World Records Iowa holds
From the largest pickleball paddle to the shortest bull to the biggest collection of pencils, discover the Guinness World Records Iowa and its residents hold.
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Your guide to 12 Fun & Frugal Family Outings in Iowa
Uncover 12 budget-friendly family activities in Iowa, from historic sites to natural wonders. Have fun without spending a fortune!
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With pen and purpose, Art Cullen confronts Iowa’s agricultural water crisis
Iowa journalist and author Art Cullen penned a book about the state’s issues with water pollution. He’ll be promoting it at the Iowa City Book Festival in October.
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Why It Took Nearly a Century to Bring Halloween to Des Moines
Halloween is on October 31, but did you know that for decades, that wasn’t true in Des Moines? Discover a unique piece of local Halloween history.
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Guide to Pikes Peak State Park: Camping, hikes, fees, & more
There is plenty to do in Pikes Peak State Park, from hiking to birding to hunting for fossils. Discover one of Iowa’s top nature destinations.
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Iowa’s Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest: 14 past winners to try
Iowa’s Best Pork Tenderloin Contest has been held annually since 2003, and you can check out these 14 winning restaurants that are still open today.
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Iowa Girl Scouts Troop 535 is building confidence, character, and culture
Troop 535 is the first official bilingual group of Girl Scouts in Iowa. Here’s how the girls are building a sense of culture and community within their troop.
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Wander through the 8 coolest corn mazes in Iowa
The arrival of autumn means picking pumpkins, drinking apple cider, and traipsing among corn stalks. Check out these eight corn mazes in Iowa for endless fun.