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From golf to groceries: 11 best senior discounts in Des Moines
Seniors looking for deals in Iowa’s capital can learn all about the best senior discounts in Des Moines.
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Iowa Starting Line: 10 years of doing things differently. What you can learn.
We’ve built up an important community that has stood up for Iowans. What a world. Amidst all the stupidity and suffering so far in 2025, our team has had one small reason to celebrate: Iowa Starting Line turned 10 years old earlier this year. It’s a minor miracle that Starting Line has survived this long—launching…
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US cuts funding for Iowa’s International Writing Program
The U.S. Department of State has terminated funding for the University of Iowa’s International Writing Program, which will significantly impact its operations.
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The 9 weirdest Iowa news stories from 2024
From a water buffalo chase to a bowling prodigy’s perfect game, explore nine of the most unusual and memorable Iowa news stories from 2024.
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University of Iowa shines in online program rankings
US News & World Report ranks nine University of Iowa online programs among the country’s best, including nursing and finance.
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Struggling with your mental health after surviving a disaster? Here’s how to look after yourself
There’s the initial shock and chaos in a collective disaster like the deadly and destructive California wildfires. Here’s what you can do in the aftermath.
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Rook Room, new board game lounge and cafe, to open in Des Moines
Des Moines will get a new space to play boardgames and socialize this spring with the opening of the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe.
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Longtime Iowa Congressman Jim Leach dies at 82
In a political environment marked by partisanship, former US Rep. Jim Leach, who died this week, pushed back on his party’s acceptance of Trumpism.
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Drake University wins national award for diversity & inclusion
Drake University was awarded the 2024 HEED Award for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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University of Iowa leads breakthrough in ovarian cancer research
The University of Iowa received funding to continue developing a new therapy targeting ovarian cancer.
