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Iowa State Fair Has a New Record Holder! Ever Seen a 1,420 Pound Pig? [VIDEO]
**The Featured Photo is a Stock Pig Photo and is Not the Pig in This Story**. A 12 year record has just been broken on the first day of the 2024 Iowa State Fair! This is literally the biggest pig you will find in the state of Iowa. Iowa is...
Someone Insulted Zach Bryan’s Parents, and He’s Fighting Mad
Zach Bryan is calling out anonymous internet trolls — and the social media sites that give them a platform. Over the weekend, he set his sighs on Prime Time Country Music, a country music news platform that appears to operate primarily on social media. Each week, the platform runs a segment called "PTCM Shots Fired," where they ask their followers to share their country music hot takes.
‘Stranger Things’ Broadway Show Announces Premiere Date
The Stranger Things stage play, which is already a hit in London, will make its Broadway debut in the spring of 2025. A new video teaser announces the show’s Broadway debut date: March. 28, 2025. Titled Stranger Things: The First Shadow, it is a prequel to the hit Netflix TV series about a group of teenage friends investigating the various supernatural happenings in their small Indiana hometown. Set decades before the show, it tells the origin of Henry Creel, who eventually becomes Stranger Things’ ultimate villain, Vecna.
True or False: Flashing Your Lights Will Change a Red Light to Green
We've all flashed our high beams at that often nicknamed and unlovingly called "midnight light." Even though it seems like those forever red traffic lights happen in the early morning hours or late at night, we've all sat at a red light in the middle of the day. We literally experience all lanes move through at least two to three cycles while we sit and stare at that red just taunting us.
Charges for Matthew Perry’s Death Could Come ‘Any Day Now’
Criminal charges for Matthew Perry's death could come "any day now." Back in October, 2023, Matthew, 54, was found unresponsive in the hot tub of his Los Angeles home and an autopsy ruled his death was due to the acute effects of ketamine and drowning, with a criminal investigation launched in December to determine how he obtained the drugs.
4 Reasons NOT to Move to Cedar Rapids Iowa
As a newish resident of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, I’d like to give you some reasons why Cedar Rapids might NOT be the place for you. If you’re thinking about moving here, take these factors into account, it’ll save you some heartache. Reason One, lots of parks, I’m...
Shocking: 97-Year-Old Bartender Punched in the Face for Denying Drink to Customer
The inability for some elders to retire in America is a widespread problem for those over 65. With the rise of inflation, money that they managed to save for retirement won't go nearly as far as they once planned. That's true for a 97-year-old woman who bartends at her local...
20 Things Carrie Underwood Has Done Since Winning ‘American Idol’
Carrie Underwood has been busy since winning Season 4 of American Idol in 2005. In addition to building a music empire and raking in countless awards, the country singer has branched out into acting roles and entrepreneurial ventures. When Was Carrie Underwood on American Idol?. As a college student at...
Soon-to-Be Bride Arrested After Assaulting Fiancé, Biting His Brother Over Prenup
When you're planning for a wedding, it can really test out a relationship's strength. There are a lot of factors that go into your big day that can ultimately go wrong at some point. A bride-to-be in Florida got so furious during a wild fight over a prenuptial agreement, she...
Hilarious Munchie Mitt Turns Baseball Glove Into Hot Dog Holder
Well, that's certainly one way to multitask while at a baseball game. Minor League Baseball has introduced the Munchie Mitt, an all-in-one baseball glove meant to hold your hot dog, condiments and even a drink. But, why?. What Is The Munchie Mitt?. Minor League Baseball recently introduced the Munchie Mitt...
Is Iowa One of the Smartest States in the Country?
Iowa is home to a lot of smart individuals. Iowans are so smart, we collectively have one of the best IQs in the country!. I'll be the first to admit that I, very likely, don't add much to Iowa's average IQ rating. When I fell out of the IQ tree, I didn't hit very many of the branches. It was more like a straight fall. So I would like to formally apologize for Iowa not making it into the top 5. It's likely my score that is bringing the entire state down.
Feds Warn Iowa Residents to Remove This From Wallets Immediately
What’s in your wallet? Isn’t that line used in a commercial? I think so, anyway, speaking of your wallet and what’s in it. I’m glad you brought that up because it could be loaded with something you don’t need. Though, what if you do need that item? Not sure if you’ve seen “Let’s Make A Deal”, the game show. They thrive on things in your wallet or purse that should or should not be in there. Monty Hall was the original host now Wayne Brady has taken over. It’s a great show but please stop getting me sidetracked on “Let’s Make A Deal”
Do Butterflies Actually Drink Turtle Tears?
We’ve reached a point where it's hard to trust anything you see online. For instance, when I come across a seemingly controversial photo, the first thing I check for is extra fingers, because that’s a giveaway for AI-generated images. It seems like AI still hasn’t mastered the art of fingers. I'm immediately reminded of the old “Extra Fingers” commercial parody from SNL.
Jase and Missy Robertson Give Update Following Daughter’s Surgery
Fans have been waiting, and Duck Dynasty star Missy Robertson has finally offered an update on her daughter Mia's recent surgery. Mia, who is the daughter of Missy and Jase Robertson, underwent her sixteenth cleft lip surgery last week. Thankfully, it went perfectly — in fact, Missy says it has been "one of the best" recoveries to date.
Lauren Alaina Breaks Silence After Father’s Death: ‘Thank You’
Lauren Alaina suffered an immense tragedy in her family recently: On July 24, the singer and former American Idol runner-up shared the painful news that her father, J.J. Suddeth, had died. “We lost my daddy last night, and I really don’t have words yet," she told fans at the time....
Iowa Hawkeye Alumni Goes for Wrestling Gold in the Paris Olympics [UPDATE]
Update: Spencer Lee will officially wrestle for the gold medal! He won his 3rd match of the day and will wrestle tomorrow (August 9) at 12:35 p.m. our time. Iowa wrestling fans are familiar with seeing the color gold at the Summer Olympics. Spencer Lee, who sitting on the chair in the featured photo, hopes to add his name to the University of Iowa alumni who have won gold medals.
Woman Yells at Kids for Playing Football in Their Own Yard, Kid Fights Back [Watch]
The internet is backing up a little kid who stood up to a HOA bully for playing football in his front yard. The original video popped up on social media as a woman confronted a little boy for playing football in his front yard, which, according to her, was against the rules.
The Top Thrift, Vintage, and Consignment Clothing Stores in Iowa [LIST]
When you're on the hunt for clothing that's not brand new, where do you like to shop?. Using Google Reviews, we took a look at some of the top-rated thrift, vintage, and consignment stores across the state of Iowa that sell used clothing. Each of the shops listed has a rating of at least 4.6-stars, and at least 25 total ratings:
Taylor Swift Concerts Canceled After Terror Suspect Arrests
Three Taylor Swift concerts scheduled for this weekend have been canceled after two men were arrested for allegedly planning an attack on major events in Vienna, Austria. The concerts were initially scheduled to go on as planned, but an update after 4PM ET shared that promoters have decided to cancel.
Morgan Wallen Teases New Track With a Different Sound, and Fans Are Eating It Up
Morgan Wallen has been keeping fans on the edge of their seat when it comes to new music, and he's finally pulling back the curtain. After sharing photos from the studio, the country singer is teasing a new track on social media. And, it's unlike anything he's done before. The...
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