For those unaware, April 6 is New Beer's Eve, because it leads up to National Beer Day on April 7. Why April 7? On that day in 1933, the Cullen-Harrison Act went into effect, making it legal for...
You probably have heard all about "The Bridges of Madison County." Or how occasional Iowa resident Mark Twain counted Muscatine's sunsets among the best he'd ever seen (and he was a world...
A year ago, Sara Hayden Parris’s garage was packed haphazardly with books, banners, signs, and other supplies for Annie’s Foundation events. Now, because of a generous donation, those days are no...
The zodiac signs of 12 iconic women offer insight into their historic accomplishments. Here's what you need to know about these women and their zodiac signs.
Transgender Iowans need joy these days. Eight separate bills have been considered in the latest session of the Iowa Legislature specifically targeting transgender youth, contributing to Iowa...
Sue Wright and I had been chatting over coffee for a while, about her crafting projects, her tiny cardboard houses, and her YouTube presence, when I noticed the buttons of her shirt bore a...
Grammy-winning, Hall-of-Fame thrash metal rockers Metallica are making marching band competitions cool for a whole new crowd. In April, the band announced a marching band competition, "For Whom...
Iowa farmers only plant corn and beans, you say? Tell that to the 100+ Christmas tree farms dotted across Iowa's snowy landscape this time of year, where you can pick out the perfect Scotch pine,...
As the holiday season commences, so do the festivities! Light shows are a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit, spend time with your community, and appreciate local attractions. From the...
Looking for a special Iowa-made gift? We're here with inspiration from fellow Iowans, who told us their favorite local places to shop at the holidays. As a bonus, we've added the causes those...
