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A Utah-based private equity firm is slowly selling off its Iowa mobile home parks after years of resident complaints. In one Iowa City park that Havenpark Communities still owns, residents report ongoing issues with water contamination and soil erosion beneath homes....
Check out a list of some of the less-popular state parks in Iowa that still offer natural beauty and plenty of activities.
Discover Iowa’s Pikes Peak State Park, where dramatic Mississippi River views meet hidden waterfalls, Native American burial mounds, and centuries of history atop 500-foot bluffs.
Republican proposes bill to effectively end 74% of abortions in Iowa by banning a pill that’s safer than penicillin and Viagra.
Explore Iowa’s state parks for breathtaking vistas, historic landmarks, and outdoor adventures from hiking to stargazing.
Discover five certified dark sky parks in Iowa that offer spectacular and secluded opportunities for stargazing.
The Iowa DNR recently highlighted 10 state parks that get the most love on Instagram.
Get lost in Iowa’s beautiful state parks.
These ten buildings were already standing when Iowa became a state in 1846.
People entered national parks nearly 312 million times in 2022. Here’s a brief history of all 63 national parks in the US.
Iowa is home to some of the best geode hunting in the US. Here’s how to find them—and lots of other rocks—on your next treasure hunt.
Best Universities compiled data to show the most common degrees awarded to students who attended college by state.
As more and more people venture out to make up for the last few pandemic-ridden years, you might be looking to go a little farther off the beaten path to avoid the crowds.Stackerdid some digging and found a hidden travel gem for every state, using data from Atlas Obscura.
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.
I’m hiking every beautiful place I can think of around my home state, to showcase the beauty Iowa has to offer. Follow along on social media using #AmieTakesAHike to pass along your suggestions and see where I’m headed next. I hadn't been venturing around Wildcat Den...
I’m hiking every beautiful place I can think of around my home state, to showcase the beauty Iowa has to offer. Follow along on social media using #AmieTakesAHike to pass along your suggestions and see where I’m headed next. On a hot, humid July day, taking a sweaty...
I’m hiking every state park or other cool hiking place I can think of around my home state, to showcase the natural beauty Iowa has to offer. Follow along here, or on social media using #AmieTakesAHike, to pass along your suggestions and see where I’m headed next. You...
When Steve King's name was once trending on Twitter in late June, C.J. Petersen, the Democratic candidate for the Iowa Senate seat King once held, said he thought it'd be a good time to introduce himself to the state with a campaign video. The spot was unique among...
Having a blast doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. Here are seven totally free and fun things to do in Sioux City this summer.
Discover the natural beauty of winter waterfalls across Iowa. Find locations, hike details, and essential safety tips for winter exploration in this guide.
Nunn, Ernst beg Trump for China deal: President Donald Trump is supposed to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping today to iron out a trade deal after China has refused to buy US soybeans for months. US Sen. Joni Ernst, who is retiring, and US Rep. Zach Nunn, running...
What does a government shutdown mean for you? Politico has some good information here. (Also, the National Labor Relations Board site appears to be down, possibly because of this, so you may not be able to click on the links related to union efforts.) Gaining back the...
Fall—it’s the most colorful time of the year. Plan the perfect Iowa leaf-peeping adventure with our guide to the best places and times to see fall foliage.
Corporate America is pulling back from Pride Month as Iowa LGBTQ+ organizations feel the financial squeeze from Trump’s anti-DEI push. Des Moines Capital City Pride lost nearly $70,000 when Nationwide and Mid-American Energy walked away, while Iowa City Pride saw $15,000 in support disappear. But record individual donations and packed attendance prove the queer community’s resilience runs deeper than corporate sponsorship dollars.
On this episode of Cornhole Champions, Zachary Oren Smith, Amy Rivers, and Avery Staker discuss how Iowa’s Pride organizations are adapting to lost corporate funding while doubling down on grassroots community support.
Also in this episode, an overview of Iowa’s 2026 Senate race. Perry’s second chance. And a one-on-one with US Senate candidate Zach Wahls.
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00:00 – Corporate Pride Pullback – Iowa Organizations Lose $85,000+ in Sponsorships
00:47 – The Pendulum Swing – Corporate America’s Profit-Driven Pride Strategy
01:10 – “Gay is Cool” – How Pride Became a Marketing Opportunity
01:30 – Queer Resilience – Community Survives Beyond Corporate Support
02:06 – Individual Donations Surge – Capital City Pride Sees Record Grassroots Funding
02:51 – Attendance Up Despite Funding Down – Community Shows Up Regardless
03:00 – Pride’s Radical Roots – Remembering Stonewall Was a Riot
03:30 – Des Moines People’s Pride – Community-Organized Alternative at Waterworks Park
04:13 – June 14th Event Preview – Queer Elder Panel and Local Artists
04:49 – Finding Real Allies – When Fair Weather Friends Reveal True Support
05:23 – Iowa Pride Events Statewide – Supporting Community Over Corporations
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Do you miss the feeling of going away to summer camp now that you’re an adult? Here are some things to do as an adult that rival that level of fun.
[Editor's Note: This investigation is republished with permission from Investigate Midwest. Investigate Midwest is an independent, nonprofit newsroom. Its mission is to serve the public interest by serving as a watchdog over influential agricultural corporations and...
Spring has sprung, and Iowa is officially in bloom. Check out these eight trails for the best views of wildflowers in Iowa.
There are different types of people who seek abortions. Here is the story of one of those women—the everyday woman who accidentally got pregnant.
Our library has always thoughtfully curated its collection with community needs in mind, and this legislation unnecessarily inserts government regulation into that process.
From bacon and books to music and art, there’s an Iowa festival for all sorts of hobbies and interests 2025. Learn more about the best Iowa festivals you’ll want to add to your calendar.
