May 2023
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Rural Advocates Want to Take on Monopoly Power and Help Family Farmers
More than 50 advocates met in Omaha, Neb. last month to discuss their federal and state policy priorities to help rural communities across the United States. The 2023 Rural Policy Action Summit was hosted by several organizations whose work focuses on advancing the quality of life for those who live in America’s smaller communities, including…
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Trans Iowa Student Stands Up to Governor. Here’s How She Did It
She also expected boos—not that she heard any—and she expected some kind of video would be posted. But she didn’t expect to go viral.
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A Brief History of Kwik Star in Iowa
With more than 500 stores in three Midwest states (Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin), Kwik Star is not only big in Iowa—it’s extraordinarily beloved.
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House Removes Most ‘Egregious’ Parts of Iowa Child Labor Bill, But Problems Remain
The Iowa House Tuesday passed the Legislature’s child labor bill, SF 542, with significant amendments to change some of the language that allowed minors to work in dangerous occupations. Some of those amendments included changes suggested by House Democrats, but the bill still passed on party lines, 60-34. The bill, with its amendments, heads back…
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Guest Post: I Grew Up in Cedar Falls. ‘Polite Bigotry’ Is the Norm
If the Mayor is unaware of current social justice issues and major historic events, it is because he’s choosing to be, not because he genuinely doesn’t know.
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Iowa Teachers: Save Big with Our Comprehensive 2023 Teacher Discounts List
To help you out during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8-12) and year-round, we’ve compiled a list of discounts educators can claim while shopping online and in-person.
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What Spring Looks Like in Every State
Slowly but surely, many Americans are shedding their coats and heading outdoors to embrace the welcomed change of seasons as spring unfolds around the country. Using historical weather data and various event listings, Stacker gathered 50 different looks at spring around the country.
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5 Iowans Getting Arts Scholarships to Pursue Their Dreams
Five Iowa high schoolers with a passion for the arts received Iowa Arts Council scholarships recently. Here’s who got them:
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Iowa Mayor Didn’t Want to Sign Pride Month Proclamation. Residents Changed His Mind.
After initially saying he wouldn’t sign a Pride Month proclamation because of “my Christian beliefs,” the mayor of Cedar Falls relented. Here’s why.
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11 Summer Festivals Across the US to Check Out on Your Next Vacation
Bounce researched some of the best festivals to attend during your summer break, using Google deep-dives, Tripadvisor, Outside magazine, and various blogs. The 11 activities listed here give you the opportunity to take part in an amazing summer vacation experience in nearly every corner of the country.
