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One of Iowa’s Best Burgers is Topped With Cheese Curds
If you ask the Iowa Beef Industry Council, they'll tell you that JJ’s Tavern + Grill in Ankeny has 2024's best burger in Iowa. But, Love Food has a different pick! "Based on genuine user reviews, awards, accolades, and the first-hand experience of our well-traveled (and well-fed) team," Love Food selected 'The Dominie' as Iowa's best cheeseburger!
Why you won’t find Crescenti’s food stand at the 2024 Iowa State Fair
DES MOINES, Iowa – Fairgoers will no longer be able to enjoy a staple at the Iowa State Fair this year. According to a release, longtime vendor Crescenti’s owner Barry Vosler is retiring. That means an end to the Crescenti’s sandwich, which entails Italian fried bread filled with meat and cheese. There are 84 other new food […]
I Bet You Don’t Know the Answer to These Iowa Liquor Law Questions
We all know the very basics when it comes to liquor laws, right? You cannot buy booze if you are under 21, you should NEVER drink and drive, and so on. But how intimately do you know Iowa's liquor laws?. Keep score as you play along, and see if you're...
Explore The ‘Pastabilities’ With The 11 Best Iowa Pastas Ever
Iowa is known for its luscious cornfields. But did you know that Iowa is known for having some delicious pasta at local neighborhood restaurants?. TripAdvisor did a difficult job of uncovering the best and favorite pasta dishes in our neighboring state. These results are based on Google searches and pasta reviews from patrons at Iowa restaurants. Some local Iowa eateries are quick road trips from Sioux Falls!
'American Pickers' coming to Minnesota, Wisconsin in September
MINNEAPOLIS — The Pickers are coming!. Fans of the long-running and popular History Channel reality show "American Pickers" will be fired up to learn that the team will be rolling through the Midwest in September to film interesting finds and intriguing personal storylines. A post on the show's Facebook...
Iowa-based coalition creates plan to improve the state’s food system
LOVILIA, Iowa — The Iowa Food Systems coalition recently released its plan to make the state’s food system more sustainable, accessible and economical. Representatives from about 40 different organizations from all around the state contributed to the more than 200-page document, including Beth Hoffman. Hoffman is the co-owner...
Stephens Auditorium to host 'An Evening with David Sedaris'
Humor writer David Sedaris is returning to Ames to perform at Stephens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24. A popular writer of satire, Sedaris is known for his personal essays and short stories. He is the author of several bestselling books, including “Barrel Fever,” “Holidays on Ice,” “Naked,” “Me Talk...
104.5 KDAT’s Iowa State Fair Ticket Booth – Enter and Win!
The Iowa State Fair is coming up fast! Kicking off on Thursday, August 8 in Des Moines, 104.5 KDAT wants to send you to one... or more of the amazing concerts that are a part of this year's State Fair!. Let's go to the Iowa State Fair!. We have a...
LV Recommends: All-day breakfast spots in central and eastern Iowa
Sometimes you just want pancakes for dinner — specifically, a stack of hotcakes fresh off the seasoned griddle of a local diner, presented with a carafe of syrup, crispy hashbrowns, eggs any style and a cocktail or two. Whatever your dream brinner may be, there are plenty of restaurants...
Timeline set for new gambling license applications
Des Moines, IA- The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission set the timeline Friday for new license applications. Radio Iowa reports that the process includes a gambling market study and proposals to do that are due August 15th. Applications for those interested in getting a license are due one month later.
History of Iowa topic of Sunday museum program
Jeff Bremer, an Iowa State University (ISU) professor of history, will talk about his latest book, which takes a comprehensive look at Iowa history, Sunday, July 21, at 2 pm at the Greene County Historical Museum, 219 E. Lincoln Way in Jefferson. The free program is sponsored by the Greene...
10 tips for keeping pets safe in extreme summer temperatures
With most of Iowa experiencing extremely hot temperatures, it’s vital for pet owners to understand how heat affects their animals. Follow these simple tips to ensure your beloved pet enjoys - and survives - the hottest time of the year. 1. If it's above 70 degrees Fahrenheit, leave your...
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