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Ten States You Don’t Have to Wear a Seat Belt in the Back Seat
You have to wear your seat belt when you're driving a car or riding in the front seat. This is the law in every state except New Hampshire. That's right, in the Live Free or Die state, you can wear it or not; it's totally up to you. But what...
The Best Brunch in Iowa Can Be Found in the Amana Colonies
Using reviews and online rankings, Cheapism published a list of the best brunch spots in all 50 states. I'm happy to report that an Eastern Iowa restaurant was ranked #1! Congratulations to the historic Ox Yoke Inn in the Amana Colonies!. Sunday brunch at Ox Yoke Inn features a huge...
Broadway in Iowa: What Shows are Coming in 2025? [LIST]
Some big Broadway musicals will be making stops in Iowa next year! Here are some of the national tours that have shows in Iowa in 2025:. Wednesday, April 30th at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 22nd at 7:30 p.m. Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls. March 8th & 9th. Hadestown.
The Iowa State Fair Butter Cow is Headed to Washington D.C.
From the nation's heartland to our nation's capital. Iowa's butter cow is headed to Washington D.C.!. The Des Moines Register reports that after decades of fame at the Iowa State Fair, a butter cow sculpted by Sarah Pratt of Cumming, Iowa will be displayed at the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington D.C. It will be part of a yearlong exhibit called "The State Fair and American Craft."
Kinnick and Waskowitz: Iowa and Washington Football Heroes Of WWII
With the 'new look' Big Ten this season, comes new conference matchups. The Iowa Hawkeyes will play host to a team this week that they have only played six times, most recently in 1995. The Washington Huskies. As the Cedar Rapids Gazette points out, the first time the two teams met was in 1937. It was a game that featured two great football players on each team. Two players who would go on to make the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Taylor Swift Makes Whopping $5 Million Donation to Hurricane Relief Efforts
While the southeast United States braces for another hurricane, Taylor Swift is already swooping in to help. The pop star has made a $5 million donation to aid in relief efforts from both Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The latter is expected to make landfall on Wednesday night in Florida (Oct. 9).
9 Country Stars Born Rich + 19 Who Grew Up Dirt Poor
The music doesn't care if the singer grew up rich or poor. Great songs from artists who knew both are counted among the best in country music. There are legends on both sides, but this list of country stars who grew up rich and poor makes clear that learning how to work for your dinner at a young age is an advantage. There are nearly two dozen stars — and 10 Hall of Famers — on that side of the ledger.
Will Iowa Have the Best or Worst Representation on Election Day?
Election history has a recurring issue: low voter turnout among key groups like young folks, minorities, and low-income citizens. This means that the voters who show up in states like Iowa don't always reflect the wider population, leading to election outcomes that favor those who cast their ballots while leaving others in the dust.
Chevrolet Discontinuing Once Popular Model, Laying Off Workers
For 60 years, Chevrolet has made the popular Malibu sedan. In a few weeks, that will stop, and the people who make them will be laid off. Chevrolet has announced that it will cease production of their once most popular model, the Chevy Malibu. At one point in time the...
Stunning Estate Where Kenny Rogers Spent His Last Days Finds a Buyer — See Inside! [Pictures]
The spectacular Atlanta-area estate where Kenny Rogers spent his last days has found a buyer, very shortly after going on the market. The superstar singer reportedly spent the last days of his life at his 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom, 5,972-square-foot mansion in the affluent Atlanta suburb of Sandy Springs before dying in March 2020.
Iowans Pick Their Dream Celebrity Poker Table! Any Surprises?
If you were allowed to pick anyone in the world to play a few hands of poker against, who would you pick?. Would this ever happen to you? No. The chances of you getting your pick of celebrities to play poker against are probably near the same chances you have of winning the lottery, which is about 1 in 300 million. Even though this would never happen to you, it's still a fun scenario to dream up.
Carrie Underwood’s Bully Has Really Gone Too Far This Time!
Some might label this affront on Carrie Underwood as a vicious attack. Others might call it adorable nibbling. Given the circumstances — and the aggressor's ugly track record — we've chosen to call it like it is: Gary is a big, mean, jerkhead, and he needs to leave Carrie alone.
Caitlin Clark Confirms Off-Season Plans—No Basketball in Sight
Caitlin Clark Confirms Off-Season Plans—No Basketball in Sight. With Caitlin Clark's rookie season in the books, we're all wondering what she'll be getting up to now. People were speculating that she might be a part of the new 3-on-3 league Unrivaled or she might go to play overseas. It...
Megan Moroney’s Having Cell Phone Struggles: ‘I’m That Person’ [Exclusive]
Megan Moroney has a bad habit, and she's probably not alone. The "Am I Okay?" hitmaker sat down with Taste of Country Nights recently and revealed an issue that continually plagues her, and it involves her closest family and friends. When those closest to Moroney are trying to reach her...
Is Gabby Barrett Leaving Country Music?
Gabby Barrett is set to release her first song to Christian radio, but what does that mean for her country music career?. The "I Hope" singer announced the news ahead of the 55th Annual GMA Dove Awards last week. Fans of Barrett's already know the song she'll be promoting at Christian radio.
Big Change Coming to Mountain Dew Cans
I can picture it now: someone in a PepsiCo boardroom during a marketing meeting had the idea, and another person banged the table, shouting:. Okay, maybe that didn't happen, but there’s a change coming to one of America's favorite carbonated beverages (I like to call it the "Juicy Fruit of sodas"). And it’s not about what's in the can, but what’s on the can.
Remember When George Strait Made His One and Only Opry Appearance?
George Strait is one of the most successful and traditional-leaning country stars of all time, but incredibly, he has appeared on the hallowed stage of the Grand Ole Opry just once in his entire career. The future country superstar debuted on the Opry stage on Oct. 9, 1982 — and...
Hey Iowa, Would You Stop Daylight Saving Time if You Could?
On Sunday, November 3rd, daylight saving time will end at 2 a.m. Our clocks will "fall" back and we gain an extra hour of sleep. On the surface, having an extra hour of sleep sounds fabulous. I don't know many people who wouldn't like an additional hour of shuteye to help them feel refreshed in the morning. While this sounds like a no-brainer, awesome idea, the extra sleep we notice might not last as long as we think.
You’ve Been Singing the ABCs Wrong—This Will Blow Your Mind
We're all familiar with the classic "ABC" song. And if you're a parent of littles, chances are you've heard them fly through the "LMNOP" part. What if we told you that there's a way to sing it that will better help your kids learn the alphabet? This is a parent life hack you don't want to miss.
Carrie Underwood Is Now Growing the Green Stuff at Home [Picture]
Carrie Underwood is not only one of country music's most coveted artists, she is also a new-age Martha Stewart. Underwood took to her over 13 million Instagram followers to show off her latest obsession: Growing the green stuff. Parsley, basil, chives, thyme and sage, to be exact. The "Southbound" singer...
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