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Today in Iowa History: Iowa City’s First Steamed Into Port
It was on this day: June 20, 1841 – The Steamboat Ripple arrives at Iowa City (Thanks to Our Iowa Heritage) From April 21, 1823, when The Virginia became the first steamboat to navigate the upper Mississippi, until 1860 when railroads dominated, riverboats were the primary mode of long-distance travel in the Western United States.
Top 10 Songs the Stones Aren’t Playing on Their 2024 Tour
When the Rolling Stones consider their set list, some tough decisions have to be made. Of their 400-plus songs, only a handful will make the cut. As the Stones make their way across North America on their Hackney Diamonds Tour, they've been sticking to a pretty consistent set of 18-19 songs, though there have been a few curveballs and tour debuts thrown in. For one thing, there's new material to be played from the band's 2023 album Hackney Diamonds. There's also the Stones' regular strategy of allowing their audiences one fan-voted song.
We Are Approaching the Week of the Year With the Most Lost Pets
Did you know that July is Lost Pet Prevention Month? That's because more animals come into animal shelters in July than any other time of the year! The main reason for this? Fireworks. The 4th of July is typically a fun time of the year, but your pets may not...
Urgent Soda Recall Impacts Products Sold in Illinois
Last week, a popular soda company has recalled four of its products. This impacts 3,000 gallons of soda across nine states, including Illinois. Iowa and Wisconsin are not affected in this recall. This is not the first recall to impact our homefront this year either. Last month, a supplier had...
Which Restaurant Has the Best Onion Rings in the Corridor?
This Saturday, June 22nd is National Onion Ring Day, so we decided to figure out who has the very best onion rings in our area!. Using several posts from the Cedar Rapids Area Support Local Group Facebook page, we put together a list of amazing onion rings in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City area. Here recommendations from Eastern Iowans from the past few years:
Why Glenn Hughes Believes David Bowie Would Be Pissed at Him
Glenn Hughes said his late friend David Bowie would be pissed at him for remaining closely connected to his Deep Purple roots. The pair met in the mid ‘70s and Bowie wrote most of Station To Station while living incognito in Hughes’ home. In a recent interview with Guitar Interactive (video below), Hughes recalled the experience.
2 Cedar Rapids Restaurants Close to Make Room for Riley’s Cafe
A familiar name in the Cedar Rapids restaurant business is about to return. A restaurant and a donut shop in Oak Hill Jackson have closed and been transferred to a familiar name, according to the Cedar Rapids Gazette. Oak Hill Tavern and its neighbor, Glazed and Infused Donut Shop, closed earlier this month with both spaces sold to Riley's Cafe.
Queen Sells Recording and Publishing Rights for $1.27 Billion
Queen has reportedly agreed to sell their recording, publishing and other rights to Sony Music for a record-smashing $1.27 billion. According to Hits, the deal also includes name and likeness rights, potentially opening the door to musicals, commercial and film placements, merchandising and other money-making opportunities. The band's 2018 autobiographical film Bohemian Rhapsody earned over $900 million worldwide.
Immerse Yourself In Artistry At 2024 Des Moines Arts Festival
Experience the highly anticipated 2024 Des Moines Arts Festival, a hallmark of artistic excellence. This world-renowned event unfolds amidst the picturesque backdrop of the 4.4-acre John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and the architecturally stunning Krause Gateway Center, designed by Renzo Piano Workshop. Transformative exhibits in downtown Des Moines. Drawing...
Singers Offered AI Voice Cloning by World’s Biggest Record Label
The world’s biggest record label, Universal Music Group, announced plans to offer its artists AI models of their own voices. The corporation’s deal with digital startup firm SoundLabs will create software called MicDrop, designed to replicate an individual voice via machine learning techniques. The artist will retain full control of the model – it won’t be used in any way without permission, won’t be available to the public, and the voice owner will profit from its use.
Journey’s Jonathan Cain Says Donald Trump Will Be a ‘Legend’ if Reelected in Jail
Jonathan Cain is defending Donald Trump after the former president was convicted on 34 felony counts. But even if Trump ends up running for reelection from a jail cell, the longtime Journey member says "it will make him a legend." Asked if he thought Trump was innocent of the charges,...
Did Kesha Shade Katy Perry?
Fans are convinced Kesha is throwing shade at Katy Perry after it was revealed that Perry reportedly worked with Dr. Luke on her upcoming album. On Monday (June 17), Kesha tweeted, "lol." Fans immediately responded to the tweet with assumptions about Kesha and Katy's friendship. "Yall are laughing like this...
Why Is the Most Viewed Home on Zillow Last Year Still for Sale?
The most viewed home on Zillow last year in 2023 is a $29 million castle in Connecticut so it will definitely take the perfect buyer and that's quite often the way it goes with beyond unique homes, especially when it's literally a castle. It's a modern-day castle built between 2003...
McDonald’s Already Ditching Recent Change Made At Its Restaurants
McDonald's is abandoning a recent change made at its restaurants after having an unsuccessful run. Changes Coming To McDonald's Drive-Thru Experience. You may not have noticed this change to McDonald's drive-thru unless your order was possibly mixed up. Sometime in 2021, the burger chain started using artificial intelligence to assist customers coming through the drive-thru lane.
How to Pronounce Chappell Roan’s Name Correctly
Have you been pronouncing Chappell Roan's name correctly?. The singer made sure to clarify the correct pronunciation during a recent concert in a clip posted to TikTok by a fan. "If you've been saying 'Shappell Rowe-Anne,' this is your final warning," she announced. "It's Chappell Roan, babe," she said. Her...
Is it Technically Okay to Speed if You Have an Emergency?
When I was pulled over for speeding recently, the first thing the police officer asked me was if I was in a hurry for any reason and if there was some emergency. I mean in the movies people are often speeding to get places because of emergencies. Whether it's a comedy where the husband is rushing through the city, down one way streets with his pregnant wife in labor to get to the hospital or a drama where the good guy is speeding to get away from the bad guys who are trying to kill him.
Woman Never Told Her Mother That Her Marriage Was a ‘Cover Up’
A woman on Reddit sought advice in the Am I The A--hole forum after her mother found out that her marriage was a "cover-up." In her post, the woman explained that she comes from a very religious family and so does her ex-husband. "We have known each other since we...
Discover Iowa’s Ultimate Favorite Drinking Songs!
In the summer, there are few better feelings than opening up a cold one and listening to some music. Maybe you're hanging out with friends, relaxing by a bonfire late at night, or just going out for drinks at your local bar; music is IMPERATIVE when you're trying to set the vibe.
Art Of The Tease Comes To Life At Taboo Burlesque Revue In Davenport
A spicy summer event is coming up this weekend. On June 21st and 22nd, A Taboo Burlesque Revue is happening in Davenport. It will be at the Village Theatre in the Village of East Davenport. It will be a sultry show featuring vintage glamour combined with modern elements, beautiful costumes, and choreography that highlights the art of the tease.
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