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10 extreme Iowa weather events that were caught on tape
From historic floods to destructive tornadoes, discover extreme Iowa weather events that were caught on tape (and watch the footage for yourself).
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5 amazing Iowa authors (+ which of their books we recommend)
Iowa’s rich literary culture has produced Pulitzer Prize winners and best-selling authors. Here are five Iowa authors and a book from each to read.
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How Iowa’s pork tenderloin sandwiches came to be (+ top spots to try one)
Ready to go hog wild for Iowa’s favorite sandwich? Read up on the present, past, and future of pork tenderloin sandwiches in the Hawkeye State.
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The link between Iowa’s worsening water quality and rising cancer rate
Iowa’s rising cancer rate has many causes. Our worsening water quality is one.
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Iowa working class news you can use: July 25
Iowa Working Class News You Can Use: Iowa’s farmers are left with rising bills and few guarantees as President Donald Trump’s second trade war brews—creating a storm of financial pressure in the heart of the state’s farm economy that could ripple beyond 2025, especially if global partners retaliate and fragile trade truces unravel. Yet some farmers still have faith…
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Des Moines Starbucks could be 4th in Iowa to unionize; sip-in Saturday
A Des Moines Starbucks could be the next Starbucks store to unionize by next month.
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8 classic roadside diners in Iowa that are worth a detour
Nothing says comfort food quite like a diner, and Iowa has some of the best of these interstate oases. Here’s a list of diners in Iowa worth a visit.
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Cancer in Iowa: Remembering those we’ve lost amid our joy
Iowa Starting Line editor reflects on the loss of her mom to cancer as her brother’s family welcomes a new baby.
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What are the most common types of cancer in Iowa?
Here are the most common types of cancer in Iowa in 2025, according to the Iowa Cancer Registry.
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What are some cancer screening and treatment options in Iowa?
Finding the right options for cancer screenings and treatment can be overwhelming. But Iowa has more options than you might expect. We’ve assembled some resources to help.
