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  • WATCH: Dirty River Dreaming

    July 19, 2025

    A $125 million project is transforming Des Moines’ underutilized and murky river into a 150-mile recreational waterway with beach-like areas, dam improvements, and 86 connected sites. Would you swim in it? Follow Iowa Starting Line for more.

    WATCH: Dirty River Dreaming
  • Des Moines company suing 14+ former workers over noncompete agreements

    September 19, 2024

    At least 14 workers, most from Iowa, are being sued by an Iowa company over noncompete agreements they say are unfairly keeping them from finding other jobs.

    Des Moines company suing 14+ former workers over noncompete agreements
  • The 4 best BBQ joints in the Des Moines metro, according to readers

    July 30, 2024

    From tender smoked beef and pork to mouth-watering sauces, the best BBQ joints in Des Moines offer a little slice of Midwest meat perfection.

    The 4 best BBQ joints in the Des Moines metro, according to readers
  • The 3 best new restaurants in Des Moines, according to our readers

    July 28, 2024

    Calling all foodies in Des Moines! The results are in from our readers’ choice poll, and we have the inside scoop on the best new restaurants in town.

    The 3 best new restaurants in Des Moines, according to our readers
  • Black Cat Ice Cream is Des Moines’ best, according to our readers

    July 29, 2024

    When it comes to the best ice cream in Des Moines, the results are in, and the clear winner is…

    Black Cat Ice Cream is Des Moines’ best, according to our readers
  • Why this Iowa special ed teacher is worried for her students as the DOE is dismantled

    March 21, 2025

    Students across the country benefit from the Department of Education. A Des Moines special education teacher said her elementary kids are going to pay the price for the president’s latest executive order to defund its programs.

    Why this Iowa special ed teacher is worried for her students as the DOE is dismantled
  • Bobcat sightings in West Des Moines—what to know & how to stay safe

    August 11, 2024

    With numerous bobcat sightings reported in West Des Moines, Iowans need to know what to do if they ever encounter one. Here are some tips.

    Bobcat sightings in West Des Moines—what to know & how to stay safe
  • WATCH: Iowans, talk to your lawmakers about cancer

    October 17, 2025

    Iowa Rep. Austin Baeth (D-Des Moines) urges Iowans to talk to their lawmakers this legislative session about the state’s cancer crisis. Check out the latest epsiode of Cornhole Champions here: https://youtu.be/zHIPuHtbfIg?si=044Vuk_w7rfYeyNW

    WATCH: Iowans, talk to your lawmakers about cancer
  • It’s bald eagle spotting season in Iowa: Here’s how to find them, even around Des Moines

    February 1, 2025

    It’s the most majestic time of the year: bald eagle season! The impressive raptors are in town and can be seen soaring all around the waterways of the Des Moines area. Read on for some tips on how to spot them and to learn more about our nation’s most revered bird.

    It’s bald eagle spotting season in Iowa: Here’s how to find them, even around Des Moines
  • How former-lobbyist Bill Gustoff helped lay the groundwork for Iowa’s vouchers system

    October 16, 2024

    State Rep. Bill Gustoff, a Republican who represents part of the eastern Des Moines metro, spent years lobbying and advocating for private school vouchers. 

    How former-lobbyist Bill Gustoff helped lay the groundwork for Iowa’s vouchers system
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