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40 Years Ago: Aerosmith Launches Back in the Saddle Tour
When Aerosmith launched their Back in the Saddle Tour on June 22, 1984, they had to prove a lot of things to a lot of people. They needed to show fans and critics that after five years apart, their classic lineup — Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton and Joey Kramer — could still rock with the same dominating fury of their heyday as a new crop of bands vied for their crown. They also had to prove to the industry bigwigs who determined their future that they were a worthwhile investment capable of turning their career around, and not just a washed-up liability.
Iowa State Shows Off Another New Uniform [Photos]
The new uniforms keep rolling in for the Iowa State Cyclone Football team!. Last May, we learned about the complete change coming to Iowa State's regular Saturday jersey and now we've got the first glimpse at a new alternate uniform for the Cyclones. For anyone who hasn't seen the new Minnesota Vikings Winter Warrior alternate uniforms, it looks like the Cyclones might've used the same designer!
A Mysterious New Store Might Be Opening Soon in Dubuque
Something always interesting seems to happen to me and my girlfriend whenever we venture down to Dubuque's Wacker Plaza. A few months ago, we were both intrigued by a mysterious footprint we found on the sidewalk outside of Your Pie. Yesterday, when dropping off some items at Plato's Closet, we were again left wondering what could be coming to Dubuque.
Futuristic Lakeside Iowa Home On The Market For Insane Price
If you have a big wallet, one of the most expensive homes in Iowa could be yours. This Iowa property is truly a home of the future. This home is located in Okoboji and sits on a hill on West Okoboji Lake. It's prime-time real estate if you love being on the water in one of Iowa's top vacation hot spots.
June 22 Rock History: Joni’s ‘Blue,’ Ozzy’s ‘Scream’ and More
On this day in rock history, there was an awful lot of excellent new music to dive into, plus some pretty historical happenings. Here's a rundown of rock history's biggest June 22 anniversaries:. June 22, 1971: Joni Mitchell Releases 'Blue'. Joni Mitchell released her hauntingly beautiful Blue in 1971, an...
One of America’s Weirdest Bars is in Wisconsin
If you’re up for a different kind of night, you might want to check this place out. I just saw Cosmopolitan list 18 of the Quirkiest, Weirdest, and Wackiest-Themed Cocktail Bars in the US, one of which is in Wisconsin. All three of those adjectives are very subjective. What...
Outlaw Tour Launches Without Willie Nelson: Set List, Video
The 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour launched without its leader Willie Nelson on Friday night in Alpharetta, Georgia, but the show went on featuring sets by Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, Alison Krauss and Celisse. In place of Nelson's own set, his son's band Lukas Nelson and the Family Band performed...
Watch Out, Illinois – Don’t Look for Love in These 10 Iowa Places
My lovely wife of over 20 years was born and raised in Iowa. I need to clearly state that based on what I'm about to share. There 10 Iowa counties you really should avoid if you're also looking for love. You can thank me later. I've lived in Iowa and...
Dubuque’s Newest Pizzeria Gears Up for Soft Opening
Mouths have been watering in anticipation for the opening of Dubuque's newest pizzeria, which looks to bring New York and Detroit-style pies to the Tri-States. Fulfilling their promise of opening in late spring, the owners have announced via Facebook details on their soft opening. Driftless Pizza Co. is set to...
The Tallest Waterslide in the U.S. Is Now Open in Wisconsin
If you love waterparks-- and don't have a fear of heights-- you'll love the new waterslide this Wisconsin waterpark just opened!. That's because a new, mammoth waterslide is now open, and it's just an hour and a half away from Minnesota. Hey, Minnesota may be the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but it's our neighbors to the east over in America's Dairyland who now lay claim to owning the record for the tallest waterslide in the country.
15 Common Items Amazon Won’t Take Back in Iowa
In 2024, when you hear the word "Amazon" you probably aren't thinking of the Amazon Rainforest, right?. You are picturing piles and piles of brown boxes being delivered to your front door with the Amazon logo on the side. If you are in a bind and need something quick or...
MOD: Monsters of Destruction in Cedar Rapids, Postponed!
Cedar Rapids, Iowa - June 21, 2024 - The highly anticipated Monsters of Destruction event, originally scheduled to take place at Hawkeye Downs in Cedar Rapids on Saturday, June 22, at 7:30 PM, has been postponed to Sunday, June 23, at 2:00 PM due to the impending weather situation. Event...
Take A Look At These Bizarre Items In Wisconsin’s Deepest Lake
Where can you find the deepest water in Wisconsin? It depends on what you consider the deepest lake. The deepest natural lake in Wisconsin is Green Lake. The natural lake is 237 feet deep. That's impressive! However, there's an inland lake even deeper. Wazee Lake is an artificial lake located...
Cruising in Iowa: What’s the Deal with Open Containers?
Summer is here!! With it comes more time to enjoy the outdoors with warmer temperatures. Lately, much, much, warmer temperatures. As soon as it gets too hot, we need to cool down and we're pretty sure you know the laws about drinking while driving, it’s highly illegal. On the ladder of illegality, it’s up there.
Wisconsin and Iowa Waterparks Named Among the Best in the Country
A nationwide ranking of the best waterparks in the country for 2024 was released recently, just in time for Memorial Day weekend and the official kickoff to summer! Shockingly, no Minnesota waterparks made the list. However, a few in neighboring states DID. Best Waterparks in Minnesota. Since we didn't get...
Want A Lake Superior Lighthouse? Here’s One That Could Be Yours!
It isn't all that often that there's a chance to claim a lighthouse as your very own. Just such a chance is popping up for a lighthouse on the Wisconsin coastline of Lake Superior. The lighthouse up for grabs is known as the Superior Harbor South Breakwater Light, and it...
Relaxing Fishing Trip Turns into Daring Rescue of Nearly 40 Dogs in Lake
This probably wasn't the big catch they expected to have on this trip. A fishing group that floated out onto a lake in Mississippi recently ended up nabbing boatloads of dogs instead of catfish. Fishing Trip For The Dogs. Bob Grist of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Brad Carlisle of Covington, Tennessee...
Freedom Festival: Balloon Glow CANCELED Due to Weather
For years, the summer sky above Cedar Rapids has been a canvas of brilliance, shining with the mesmerizing spectacle of the annual Balloon Glow. My wife and I were eagerly awaiting it since we learned about it soon after I started in May. Hot air balloons illuminating the night sky, uh, yes, please. I’ve seen pictures and they looked like the balloons were casting a magical spell over Cedar Rapids.
Woman Who Has Been Secretly Dating Brother’s Best Friend Draws Mixed Reactions on Reddit
A woman on Reddit has confessed to dating her brother's best friend and it has subsequently drawn mixed reactions. She prefaces her story by saying that she has been dating her brother's best friend for a year now and shares that they see a future together. "I 21f have been...
June 21 Rock History: Motley’s ‘Theatre,’ Guns N’ Roses and More
On this day in rock history, Motley Crue released their third studio album, Guns N' Roses joined forces with the Terminator and Kiss found a way to kiss their own asses. Here's a rundown of rock history's biggest June 21 anniversaries:. June 21, 1948: Birth of the 12" Vinyl Album.
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