Affordability
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Guest post: Reynolds should stop resisting Summer EBT
Why is Gov. Kim Reynolds saying “No” to Summer EBT, a summer food program for children?
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Miller-Meeks took money from insulin maker, then voted against insulin caps
For years, Miller-Meeks took thousands from pharmaceutical companies, and she received $1,000 from an insulin manufacturer on the day she voted against a bill to cap insulin prices. Before voting against a bill that would cap insulin costs and allow the government to negotiate Medicare drug costs, Republican Rep. Marianette Miller-Meeks, who represents Iowa’s First…
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Maid-Rite: 12 facts about the Iowa-born home of loose meat sandwiches
Discover 12 interesting facts about Maid-Rite, the Iowa fast-food chain that pioneered the loose meat sandwich (and more!).
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The best gas station food in Iowa
We asked Iowans about the best gas station food across the state, and these items came out on top.
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Silver savings: The best senior discounts in Cedar Rapids
There are some great senior discounts in Cedar Rapids to take advantage of once you hit your mid-50s. Check out these deals and get ready to save!
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Taco ’bout a deal: The 12 best Cedar Rapids spots for Taco Tuesday
We came up with a list of a dozen locally-owned restaurants around Cedar Rapids that offer tasty dishes and killer deals on Taco Tuesday.
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Reynolds encourages D-SNAP despite cutting SNAP
The governor’s comments encouraging emergency food assistance after disasters, or D-SNAP, comes despite a history of blocking and cutting state supplemental programs for Iowans in need. The Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as D-SNAP, is now available to Iowans in four counties impacted by the flooding that began on June 16. Despite previously…
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Here’s where to find free summer meals for Iowa students
More than 530 sites across Iowa serve students free and healthy summer meals and snacks while school is out.
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Stand-up paddleboarding in Iowa: What to know & where to go
Want to try stand-up paddleboarding in Iowa? Here are the rules, tips, businesses, and spots to know.
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4 free things to do for family fun in Des Moines
Here’s a curated list of destinations that promise fun-filled outings and enriching experiences, ensuring that your family’s time in Des Moines is as rewarding as it is cost-effective.
