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VIDEO: Hampton businesses targeted with anti-immigrant flyers
Earlier this month, the Latino community in Hampton, Iowa was rocked by what locals are calling a hate crime: employees of Latino-owned businesses found anti-immigrant flyers invoking Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump’s name posted outside their workplaces. The county GOP chair condemned the usage of Trump’s name and said the message did not align with…
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The ‘sandwich generation’ is strained: How to save for retirement while caring for kids and aging parents
50 hours, that’s the amount of time America’s “sandwich generation” spends caring for both children and aging parents every week. Here’s what you need to know.
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6 employment resources for Iowans with disabilities
Learn more about organizations across Iowa doing their part to ensure people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) find suitable employment.
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Fall bird migrations in Iowa and where to spot them
Fall in Iowa is a birder’s paradise, as bird migrations take over the skies. Find out what birds you can spot and when.
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What to know about Labor Day and its history
From barbecues to getaways, many people across the US mark Labor Day by relaxing. Here’s what you need to know about Labor Day.
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The 7 top spots for sandwiches in Des Moines, according to local foodies
Local foodies helped us curate a list of the best spots for sandwiches in Des Moines, Iowa.
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The fascinating story behind Lake Sugema’s name
Learn about Lake Sugema, from its history and how it was named to the wildlife that calls it home.
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7 Iowa baseball teams to cheer on
It’s Iowa baseball season! And while we may not have our own Major League baseball team, there are plenty of Minor League teams to cheer on.
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Case against Iowa abortion ban dropped, IA Supreme Court makes success unlikely
Because of an Iowa Supreme Court ruling from June, it’s unlikely the case against Iowa’s near-total abortion ban would succeed.
