Lindsey Giardino is a writer based in central Iowa. She’s worked with clients ranging in industries from higher education to healthcare to technology and beyond. She dubs herself a lifelong learner, an avid reader, a sub-par cook, and a tries-her-best mom to three little boys.
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Everything you need to know about Iowa’s fight against data centers
The proliferation of data centers in Iowa is raising questions about electricity costs, water use, tax incentives, and local control. Here’s what to know about the debate and the policies under consideration.
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Mark your calendar for these magical winter festivals in Iowa
Make the most of the season with these winter festivals in Iowa featuring giant kites, quirky competitions, ice-harvesting demonstrations, and live blues.
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Coal mines, pearl buttons, and washing machines: 6 Iowa industries that once ruled the economy
From coal towns that vanished to a Mississippi River button boom, here are a few surprising Iowa industries that helped shape the state’s economy.
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8 haunted places in Iowa, from the Villisca Axe Murder House to the Black Angel
From the house of an unsolved murder to a cemetery angel surrounded by spooky legends, these haunted places in Iowa offer a mix of eerie history and local lore.
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What to know about the 3 cat cafés in Iowa
Looking for a unique way to spend an afternoon? These three cat cafés in Iowa let you relax and spend time with adoptable cats.
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Eagle-watching season is almost upon us! Here’s where to spot them in Dubuque
Bald eagles return to the Mississippi River each winter. Here are some of the best places to spot them around Dubuque, Iowa, this eagle-watching season.
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Fall fun in Des Moines & Cedar Rapids–Iowa City: Best pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and hayrides
Looking for fall activities in central and eastern Iowa? Check out these pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and fall festivals near Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City.
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Add apple-picking to your fall 2026 bucket list: 8 Iowa U-pick farms to check out
These Iowa orchards and U-pick farms offer apple picking and seasonal fun.
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Your fall 2026 guide to leaf peeping in Iowa
Planning a fall road trip? Here’s where to go leaf peeping in Iowa in 2026, from the Mississippi River corridor to scenic drives.
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Harvest season: Best farm stands & local produce in East-Central Iowa
Stock up on fresh produce, baked goods, locally raised meats, and more at these East-Central Iowa farm stands and markets.
