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It pays (literally) to be a poll worker in Iowa
Learn about poll worker requirements, eligibility, training, pay, and how to sign up to serve as a poll worker in Iowa.
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Black-owned restaurants in Iowa: Where to eat
Celebrate National Black Business Month (or any time of year) by supporting Black-owned restaurants in Iowa, from soul food and Caribbean cuisine to West African favorites.
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Primitive camping in Iowa: 7 scenic & serene spots to check out
Ready to unplug? Here are some of the best places to experience primitive camping in Iowa.
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Your guide to taking action for reproductive rights in Iowa
A weekly roundup of Iowa political events, advocacy opportunities, protests, and more ways to take action for reproductive rights statewide.
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National backlash against Flock cameras reflected in Iowa communities
Flock cameras across the country are being vandalized, damaged, and destroyed by people who oppose and decry the surveillance state.
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The Smithsonian needed a butter cow. Iowa’s Sarah Pratt got the call.
Meet the Iowa woman behind the new definitive butter cow.
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Will more downpours spike Iowa nitrate levels? What experts say
Recent heavy rains are unlikely to drive up nitrate levels in the Raccoon and Des Moines rivers, the source of drinking water for 600,000 central Iowa residents.
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Pizza in Des Moines: A guide to the pies that have shaped our food culture
These 10 joints represent the rich history of pizza in Des Moines.
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Deep dive into the unsolved murders of Rose Burkert and Roger Atkison
Rose Burkert and Roger Atkison were brutally murdered in Williamsburg in 1980. Investigators are still seeking information in their unsolved murders.
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Turn anger into action: 3 ways to fight back against data centers in Iowa
Data centers seem to be popping up all over Iowa with no end in sight. If you have concerns about these developments, you have opportunities to make your opinions known to local lawmakers.
