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One Iowan is Traveling to All 99 Counties in Search of the Best Pork Tenderloin
The pork tenderloin sandwich is so distinctly Iowa. It's tough to find the equivalent even in other nearby states like Illinois and Wisconsin. While you don't have to go very far to find a delicious tenderloin sandwich, where do you go to find the best?. That's the self-made mission of...
Why Your Dog’s Paws Smell Like Fritos
Whether it's corn chips, Fritos, or even Doritos, if you have a four-legged, furry best friend then you're familiar with that smell coming from your dogs paws. I used to take it as a sign that maybe it's time to give my dog a bath. I mean it never bothered me personally but I figured it just happened after numerous walks and playdates in the park and even used to think it was just my dog once upon a time.
Disaster Declaration: Iowa Under Siege
In parts of Iowa, relentless rain triggered flooding that forced residents out of their homes, contrasting sharply with widespread heat gripping much of the US. Early Saturday, sirens pierced the quiet of Rock Valley, Iowa, a town of 4,200, as the overflowing Rock River prompted evacuation orders for hundreds of households. The deluge rendered the city's wells inoperable, leaving residents without running water.
Watch Roger Waters Play Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ at Palestine Benefit
Roger Waters offered a touching rendition of Pink Floyd's "Wish You Were Here" at a benefit concert in London. Listen to his appearance at the Stand Up For Palestine concert below, beginning at the 1:43 mark. "People sometimes think 'Wish You Were Here' is a lament for a dead childhood...
Bride-to-Be Wants to Photoshop Herself Into Sister’s Wedding Photos for This Tragic Reason
A woman on Reddit was confused and torn when her bride-to-be sister asked if she could Photoshop herself into the woman's own wedding photos. "I got married about sic years ago (I’ve since divorced and am engaged again). Our mom died five years ago, shortly after my wedding. At my wedding six years ago, the photographer took a photo of my mom fastening a necklace around my neck," the woman wrote.
Good Health News for Iowa Starting QB Cade McNamara
It wasn't the season that quarterback Cade McNamara thought it would be. The Michigan transfer was a big boost to the Iowa offense heading into 2023. But a torn ACL shelved McNamara for the remainder of the season and the Iowa offense sputtered the rest of the way. Iowa fans can breathe a bit easier.
Several New Laws Will Take Effect in Iowa on July 1st
Each and every year, several new laws go into effect in states all across the US. Some laws go into effect in the middle point of the year. This year alone, Governor Kim Reynolds signed more than 180 bills into law, with many set to go into effect next week, on July 1st, 2024.
Everything You Need to Know for the 2024 Linn County Fair
Headed to the Linn County Fair this week? We've got all the details for you!. The Linn County Fairgrounds are located at 201 Central City Road in Central City, right off Highway 13. Where do I park?. There are several lots on the fairgrounds for parking - see the map...
‘The Bean’ Returns: Chicago’s Famous Attraction Reopens After Year-Long Makeover
Chicago's famous attraction, 'The Bean', closed to the public in 2023 to undergo serious renovations. As of Sunday, June 23rd, it has officially reopened!. We've waited long enough. Though I've been to The Bean a thousand times, I'm excited to make a trip out to Chicago again and be able to touch the glorious sculpture.
Kevin Costner Says He Won’t Appear in ‘Yellowstone’ Final Season
Kevin Costner says, once and for all, that he is not coming back to Yellowstone. The hit cable series finally began filming its fifth and final season recently without Costner as ranching patriarch John Dutton. Just last month, Costner signaled he would still be open to filming some sort of farewell to the show, even though production had resumed without him, telling Deadline he was “very open to coming back ... if the writing’s there and I’m happy with it. I’m open to that.”
Five Men Convicted of Operating Massive Illegal Streaming Service
Five men have been convicted by a jury in Las Vegas of operating what the U.S. government described as “one of the largest unauthorized streaming services in the United States.” The prosecution claimed the site, Jetflicks, “generated millions of dollars in subscription revenue while causing substantial harm to television program copyright owners.”
‘Inside Out 2’ Is Now the Biggest Movie of 2024
Sorry Dune: Part Two. After one of the biggest second weekends in history, Inside Out 2 is now the top-grossing movie of 2024. The film earned an estimated $100 million in the U.S. over the weekend, putting it at $355.1 million after 10 days in theaters. It’s earned just under $725 million worldwide to date. Both of those numbers are the best of any movie released in 2024 so far.
Madonna Fans Drop Lawsuit Suing Pop Icon for Being Late
Two Madonna fans have dropped their lawsuit against the singer for being late on stage. In January, Michael Fellows and Jason Alvarez filed a class action case against the "Hung Up" singer and promoters Live Nation after the singer was two hours late starting her Celebration show at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York on Dec. 13, arguing they would not have bought tickets if they had known the event would not start until 10.30PM, but now they have voluntarily dismissed their suit with prejudice.
Ben Affleck Explains Why He Always Has That Annoyed ‘B—h Face’ in Photos
Ben Affleck "doesn't like a lot of attention." The 51-year-old Hollywood actor-turned-director, who was initially married to 13 Going on 30 actress Jennifer Garner and has Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and 12-year-old Samuel with her but tied the knot with pop superstar Jennifer Lopez in 2021, admitted that he can be "a little shy" when strangers take his photo, although he ultimately doesn't mind unless his children are involved.
Why This Once-Thriving Wing Chain Just Shuttered Several Locations
Some cities suddenly found themselves with one less place to get chicken wings over the weekend. Multiple Hooters locations have been closed across the U.S. Customers at several Hooters locations found their local restaurant closed down over the weekend. The company has not revealed an entire list of locations that were part of the most recent closings.
Here’s What’s So Different About Bob Dylan’s Outlaw Tour Sets
Bob Dylan is at it again, surprising (and sometimes confusing) audiences with his set lists. On Friday he performed at the first show of Willie Nelson's 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour, a trek that runs until September and also includes Robert Plant, Alison Krauss and various other artists. For the...
How Twitter AI Misunderstood Dave Grohl’s Taylor Swift Comment
Elon Musk’s chatbot Grok took a throwaway comment by Dave Grohl and nearly turned it into a cancel culture moment. The Foo Fighters leader joked about not wanting to fall foul of Taylor Swift during a show in London on Saturday (June 22). Grok – a new feature on X which attempts to generate commentary by analyzing posts on the platform – reported the light-hearted comment as a serious issue.
The Doobie Brothers Launch 2024 Summer Tour: Set List and Video
The Doobie Brothers began their summer tour on Sunday evening in Los Angeles. Though they've been off the road in the United States since late January, the Doobie Brothers were well-primed for this current trek after a series of shows played overseas this month opening for Eagles. Their 19-song set,...
Courtlin is Competing in Cedar Rapids Dancing With the Stars
On Saturday, July 27th at the Hilton Garden Inn in Cedar Rapids, I will compete in my first ever dance competition. I've been asked to be part of Cedar Rapids Dancing With the Stars, and I've decided to give it a shot!. To be totally honest with you, this is...
Popular Mexican Restaurant Opening 2nd Location in Cedar Rapids
In the restaurant business, it doesn't take long for a closing to turn into an opening. A popular Italian restaurant that closed recently on 1st Ave. in Cedar Rapids will be replaced by, you guessed it, a Mexican restaurant. Back on June 11th, Via Sofia's surprised many by announcing that...
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