State News
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This is the best scotcheroo recipe in Iowa, as awarded by State Fair judges
Darvin Graham makes the best scotcheroos in Iowa. Those may be fighting words in certain church basements and at some school bake sales, but by decree of the Iowa State Fair — the highest of culinary judges around these parts — Graham holds this ooey gooey, chocolatey, peanut buttery title.
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Why Rob Sand is singing ‘America, the Beautiful’ at rallies
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand has been starting his campaign stops across Iowa with an unusual ritual: leading crowds in singing “America the Beautiful.” Sand, the current state auditor, has held town halls in venues ranging from churches to breweries, where he encourages attendees from different political parties to acknowledge each other before joining together…
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Iowa Girl Scouts Troop 535 is building confidence, character, and culture
Troop 535 is the first official bilingual group of Girl Scouts in Iowa. Here’s how the girls are building a sense of culture and community within their troop.
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Trump administration backtracks on Iowa water safety rules
A group of clean water advocates in Iowa has filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to back down on changes designed to ensure water safety in the state.
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The Athletic says this Iowa City ‘college bar’ is among best in nation. See its ranking
A longtime favorite sports bar in Iowa City has been called one of the best “college bars” in the United States by The Athletic.
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Iowa teacher fired over Charlie Kirk post sues school district for infringing free speech
A former teacher is suing Oskaloosa Schools and its superintendent, alleging a violation of his constitutional free speech rights after he was fired for comparing conservative activist Charlie Kirk to a Nazi on social media following Kirk’s slaying.
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‘Wheel of Fortune’ Teachers’ Week includes Iowa choir director. How to watch.
Avid watchers of “Wheel of Fortune” will need to keep an eye out in future episodes, as a central Iowa native will be appearing on the popular game show.
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OPINION: As a future pediatrician, I shouldn’t be preparing for diseases from the past
As an Iowan, I’ve always been drawn to helping people. Growing up “Iowa nice” transformed into a desire to become a pediatrician, connecting with families like the ones I grew up alongside. Entering my fourth year of medical school at the Carver College of Medicine — I am alarmed by the dangers our state’s children…
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Iowa food bank warns of strain as SNAP cuts loom
The budget reconciliation bill passed by Congress this summer is set to hit the state with higher costs for food assistance and leaders said charities are not able to fill the gap.
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Under the Iowa sun: The work that drives the state’s high skin cancer rates
Iowa has the fifth-highest rate of skin cancer in the country, with numbers similar to states with far more UV radiation levels. This week on The Hot Spot, we look into the forces impacting our cancer rate.
