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Surprising Stat: Iowans and Alcohol, It’s Not What You Think
When it comes to Iowa stereotypes, some are pretty accurate. We have a lot of corn. We have a TON of hogs. We have farm fields galore (and we like it that way). What about when it comes to stereotypes about Iowans though? One I hear a lot from my out-of-state friends is that Iowans like to drink.
Hey Iowa, Read This Story Before You Bring Home a New Puppy
Have you ever met someone who talks way too much about their dog? It seems like their dog is their entire world and they almost treat it more like a human child than an animal. That's exactly who my wife and I have become in the past (almost) year. We...
Carrie Underwood’s Favorite Song She Ever Recorded, But Will Never Play Live
Hot off the heels of Carrie Underwood's announcement that she's joining American Idol as a new judge, the superstar stopped by Good Morning America to talk about her illustrious career. Underwood continues to perform live, and that won't soon change – her Vegas residency goes through April 2025 as of...
‘Yellowstone’ Star Says Goodbye to Show as Final Season Wraps [Pictures]
One of the stars of Yellowstone is saying goodbye to the show in an emotional post online, sharing pictures as the runaway hit show wraps its final season. Yellowstone star Wendy Moniz posted to her Instagram page, letting fans know that she has wrapped her role on the popular modern Western show. Moniz played the role of Governor Lynelle Perry on Yellowstone.
An Eastern Iowa Pizza Farm is One of the Coolest in the Midwest
When it comes to wood-fired pizza, there's a farm in Decorah that does it right!. The site Midwest Living has an article titled, 'Enjoy a Taste of the Midwest at These Cool Pizza Farms,' and there's one in Eastern Iowa that made the list! It's called Luna Valley Farm, and it's located 3012 Middle Sattre Rd in Decorah. The article says:
The 9 Best Names in College Football Right Now
So many things make college football awesome: The rivalries, the camaraderie, the bands, the passion ... even the names!. Before the games kick off on Aug. 24, you should get familiar with some of the most unique names in college football for the 2024 season. Maybe Key & Peele were right about this all those years ago.
Elle King Says Her Drunken Dolly Parton Tribute Was Due to a ‘High Level of Pain’
Months after her botched Dolly Parton tribute at the Grand Ole Opry, Elle King is opening up about the things happening behind the scenes that led to her drunken performance. In an interview with Kaitlyn Bristowe for the Off the Vine podcast, King reveals she was dealing with a lot of pain in her life at the time (Jan. 2024). She also alludes to the idea that something like this was bound to happen sooner or later.
Carly Pearce Addresses Disrespectful Fan She Kicked Out of Show: ‘Get Out’
Carly Pearce made headlines recently for kicking a heckler out of her show, and in a new interview, she says she's finally standing up for herself. Perace was on stage at WE Fest 2024 on Friday (Aug. 2) when a heckler caused her to stop her show and address him directly, saying, "Somebody get him out of here. I do not want him at my show. Get out of my show."
Small, Family-Owned Mexican Restaurant Opens in Downtown Cedar Rapids
There's a new restaurant to try in Downtown Cedar Rapids! Mi Lindo Vallarta Mexican Restaurant has opened at 529 5th Ave SE. Mi Lindo Vallarta is a family-owned business that has moved into the former home of Runt's Munchies, which relocated to 118 2nd Street SE back in 2022. The tiny restaurant officially began welcoming customers on Sunday, August 4th.
Marion Restaurant Wins State Grant for Expansion Project
Congratulations are in order for a Marion restaurant that just earned grant money from the state of Iowa. GoldFinch Tap + Eatery, located at 740 10th Street in Uptown Marion, pitched ideas for expansion before a panel of judges in the Main Street Iowa Pitch competition. It was the final round of the Open 4 Business competition which concluded Monday night in Cedar Rapids. According to a press release from Uptown Marion, Goldfinch Tap + Eatery finished as the first runner-up in the competition. That earned the restaurant $10,000 in state grants.
Former Hawkeye Track Star Earns Olympic Medal in 200m Dash
A former track star at the University of Iowa found herself on the medal stand Tuesday at the Paris Summer Olympic Games!. Brittany Brown ran track at the University of Iowa from 2014 to 2018 according to HawkeyeSports.com. She was an 11-time All-American and a Big Ten Champion. She set school records for the outdoor 100m and 200m and was on 17 relays that rank in the top 10 all-time best performances in Iowa Hawkeye track and field history! On Tuesday in Paris, Brown found herself in the finals for the women's 200-meter dash.
Injured Humpback Whale Defies Odds by Swimming Without a Tail (VIDEO)
A humpback whale with a missing tail is defying odds. The ocean wonder, named Catalyst, was originally spotted on July 10 in British Columbia, and then spotted again south of Lopez Island in the San Juan Islands. A video shared on San Juan County Marine Mammal Stranding Network Facebook page...
Interview: John Cena on ‘Jackpot,’ Why Wrestling Movies Are Hard, and ‘Coyote vs. Acme’
Contrary to his WWE catchphrase, you can see John Cena practically everywhere these days. In addition to his continuing appearances for the pro wrestling giant — he recently appeared at WWE’s Money in the Bank event to announce his retirement from the ring at the end of 2025 — he’s become a consistently funny and likable presence in movie theaters and TV screens in a string of action movies and R-rated comedies. (If you missed Ricky Stanicky earlier this spring, it’s still streaming on Amazon’s Prime Video and he’s hysterically good in it as a struggling actor who accepts a job portraying a group of friends’ imaginary buddy.)
Husband and Wife Laid Off From John Deere on the Same Day
It's been rough for a lot of companies — even major ones – post-pandemic. Getting things back on track Americans is proving to be a lot harder than anticipated. In July of 2024, John Deere announced that they would be laying off more than 600 of their employees, trimming the fat from their production line.
Major Retailer Gets Backlash Over Plus-Size Clothing Options
A clothing retailer with 165 stores across the country has come under fire for what some social media users are calling a pullback from their plus-size clothing options. Forever 21, like many stores that once dominated shopping malls, has seen its share of struggles in recent years. The chain filed for bankruptcy in 2019 only to be bought out of bankruptcy in 2020.
Central Iowa’s Oh My Dog Rescue Gets Donation from Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation
Central Iowa’s Oh My Dog Rescue just hit the jackpot thanks to country music superstar Miranda Lambert and her MuttNation Foundation! After being around for less than two years, the rescue got a delightful surprise: a $5,000 grant from the Mutts Across America program, which picks one rescue or shelter from each state every year.
Two Country Singers Got in a Bar Fight + the Internet Is Loving It!
One country singer pulled another country singer off his bar stool before taking a beating to the head, and all the internet wants to do is tell jokes. Songwriter John Moreland and Turnpike Troubadours' fiddle player Kyle Nix were the two men allegedly involved. "F--k that guy ... f--k that...
Here Are the Lyrics to Megan Moroney’s ‘Am I Okay?’
Megan Moroney has made her name with turbulent love songs, so when she finally hits on a relationship worth celebrating, even she has to double-check herself. That's the story line between "Am I Okay?," the title track of her most recent album and her newest submission to country radio. Moroney checks her pulse, assesses her surroundings and finally names the strange new feeling that's throwing her off: It's healthy romantic love.
Iowans Are a Bunch of Potty Mouths!
Congratulations Iowa! We're all a bunch of filthy-mouthed individuals! Okay...maybe not all of us. I'll be the first to admit that I have no problem letting a few choice words rip on a daily basis. If I'm talking with my buddies, hanging out with a group of friends, or I'm on the golf course with my wife, I can get pretty creative with the foul language.
Miranda Lambert Is Texting an Unreleased Song to Her Fans
Before she announced her upcoming Postcards From Texas album, Miranda Lambert teased the project by sending out physical postcards with song titles written on them. Now, the singer's continuing to find a unique way to connect with fans ahead of the album's release. This time, though, she's going digital. On...
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