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Iowa’s First LEGO Store Has Officially Opened its Doors
Following the announcement in December 2023, Iowa's first LEGO store has opened its doors, uniting builders of all ages to stop in, flex their imagination, and acquire pieces of full-blown sets for their collections. In December, We Are Iowa Local 5 News confirmed that Iowa's first LEGO store was coming...
Woman Keeps Relationship Secret Because of Her ‘Gossiping’ Family
A woman is sharing the reason behind her keeping her relationship secret, and it has to do with her family. She prefaces her post by saying that she and her boyfriend have been dating for nearly 3 years, but that she has kept the relationship secret due to their "gossiping."
Husband Upset After Wife Gets Tattoo Honoring Another Man: ‘I Am Not Him’
A man is upset with his wife after she got a tattoo that honored another man. The man prefaces his post by saying that his wife is a fan of the book A Little Life and one of the quotes from the book inspired her to get a tattoo. "My...
Is Taylor Swift Throwing Her Annual Fourth of July Party?
Taylor Swift has had a busy year, but she is not kicking back and relaxing with her annual Fourth of July party. Every year the singer hosts a party at her Rhode Island mansion to celebrate the United States gaining its independence. However, this year will look a bit different as Swift is set to not even be in the country.
From Territory To State: Iowa’s Journey To Statehood On July 4th
As big days go, July 4th is one of the big dogs. It's America's birthday. July 4th is not just a big day for America. It's also part of Iowa history. We learned from Iowa PBS that early in its journey, the U.S. Congress set up a roadmap for western lands to become states, remembering how the American colonists weren't exactly fans of British rule (cue the Revolutionary fireworks). One of their star acts was the Northwest Ordinance of 1787. It gave a how-to guide for places like Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin to join the statehood club.
Man’s Girlfriend Breaks Up with Him for Not Sharing Their Relationship on Social Media
A man is sharing that his current relationship is ending because his girlfriend wants to be posted on social media. "For context, I have grown up in a very traditional household or social media isn’t a big factor in a relationship, and I have only had one Instagram account and I have posted twice out of the I don’t know maybe 10 years of having the account and I told my girlfriend when we first started dating that I don’t post a lot," he prefaces his Reddit post.
How Many Former Iowa Hawkeyes Are in the NFL in 2024?
NFL teams will begin their 2024-2025 season in 2 or 3 weeks. Every NFL team will have their Rookies report between July 16 and 24th. The remaining veteran players will report sometime between July 17th and 24th. Every team has its unique schedule on when rookie players and veterans are...
Blake Shelton + Gwen Stefani Swap Love Notes on Their Third Anniversary
Wednesday (July 3) marks another year of marriage in the books for Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani. Now three years into wedded bliss, Shelton and Stefani celebrated their special day by posting some of their favorite photos together. Shelton opted for a recent shot, sharing a photo that looks like it was likely taken at the ACM Awards this May.
Kesha Releases Her First Single as an Independent Artist
Kesha is kicking off the Fourth of July by celebrating her Independence as an artist with a new single. The song is called "Joyride" and is the first taste of new music that fans have had since she released her Gag Order album in 2023. "I couldn’t have made it...
16 Rockers Who Followed the American Dream and Became US Citizens
There is more than one way to become an American. The most obvious is to be born on United States soil, but there's another option that requires a little more paperwork. Becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen does not happen overnight. For those born elsewhere, its something of a lengthy endeavor — from application processing to the citizenship interview and exam to the actual oath of allegiance ceremony, it typically takes around 18-24 months to complete, and can take longer depending on one's personal background.
Germany Honoring Taylor Swift by Renaming Entire City After Her
Germany is honoring Taylor Swift ahead of her Eras Tour stop in the city of Gelsenkirchen by renaming it "Swiftkirchen." The "Fortnight" singer is scheduled to play three shows in Gelsenkirchen, located five hours away from Berlin, later this month between July 17 and July 19. German Swiftie Aleshanee Westhoff...
Buried Underneath a Football Stadium? It May Be Possible
This could be taking the term "die-hard fan" a little too far. A regent for the University of Nebraska, Barbara Weitz, has proposed an idea to raise money for the school by selling spots in a burial columbarium underneath the football stadium. This idea would allow super fans to have their ashes inurned at the field.
[Gallery] An Iowan’s Escape to the Rocky Mountains, Part 2
My first two days in Rocky Mountain National Park were filled with breathtaking views and exciting adventures. And I'm happy to report day 3 and 4 were as well. Check out the extensive Part 1 gallery here. We hiked to stunning spots like Gem Lake, Alberta Falls, and Dream Lake, covering about 30 miles of trails in total. Despite encountering snow at Dream Lake, we marveled at its beauty and enjoyed the challenge.
Fans React as Ailing Willie Nelson Cancels Another Show
Willie Nelson has canceled another of his scheduled live appearances, and fans turned to social media to share plenty of thoughts, from concerns and well wishes to angry complaints. What New Shows Will Willie Nelson Miss?. The 91-year-old country legend will not appear at the Outlaw Music Festival Tour stop...
Get Behind The Wheel: A Guide To Iowa’s Special Minors Restricted License
There's a new driving law in town shaking things up for teens who are ready to hit the road. Introducing the Special Minor’s Restricted License (SMRL)—the hip new replacement for the old-school Minor School License. Now, 14 and 15-year-olds can enjoy a bit more freedom behind the wheel. With the SMRL, they're not just chauffeuring themselves to school anymore. Oh no! They can zip to school, zoom to extracurricular activities, and even dash to work, as long as it's all within a 25-mile radius. Talk about spreading those teenage wings!
Essential Dos and Don’ts for Iowa’s New THC Regulations
On Monday, July 1st at midnight, a new law went into effect, causing some restaurants, bars, and distributors to panic. It's a new state law focused on the use and sale of tetrahydrocannabinol, otherwise known as THC. The new law (HF 2605) does not outright ban THC in products like...
Your Complete Guide to the Mayor’s Fireworks in Waterloo
You can't have an Independence Day celebration without fireworks!. This year, Red, White, & Loo the Mayor's Fireworks is returning to the heart of Downtown Waterloo. The evening will be full of good food, good music, and of course a stellar fireworks extravaganza. If you're going to check out the...
Why You Absolutely Shouldn’t Dump Salt Down Your Drains
A trend has emerged that has people pouring large amounts of salt down the drains in their home. It's not about cutting salt out of their diets. Salt is becoming a go-to solution as a way to make a cheap drain cleaner. But salt alone can't get the job down.
Iowa Hero Will Spend His July 4th Weekend Helping Flood Victims
If more people were like Willie Ray Fairley, the world would be a much better place. This Iowa hero continues to offer help when it's needed. He inspires Iowa as well as the rest of the country to do better, be kind, and help your neighbor when you can. There are so many stories of this man and his crew members who give to others, there should be an award named after him.
How to Mow Breathtaking Patterns Into Your Lawn
Your house can be the showstopper on the block with the right equipment and a few hours of work on your lawn. Eye-catching patterns mowed into lawns have become popular thanks to a series of recent tutorials shared on social media. Some of these patterns were only thought to be...
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