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Where’s the Best Place to See the Sunrise in Iowa?
The state of Iowa has some incredible sunrises and sunsets, but there's one place to view them that might be better than all the others!. A new article from Love Exploring lists the best place to view a sunrise in all 50 states, and the pick for the Hawkeye State is located in Eastern Iowa... Pikes Peak State Park! The article reads:
Limited Time in Cedar Rapids? Get Your Culture on Here!
In the heart of Eastern Iowa, lies a treasure trove of cultural marvels waiting to be explored. From awe-inspiring art galleries showcasing both local talent and renowned masterpieces to historic landmarks steeped in the rich tapestry of the region's past, this city offers an unforgettable journey through its cultural heritage. Each attraction tells a unique story, though some of those stories you might like more than others. Whether wandering through immersive museums or savoring the flavors of its diverse culinary scene, Cedar Rapids, and the surrounding area, invite visitors to uncover the beauty and significance of its cultural tapestry. I feel like we're getting somewhere now. I used the word tapestry and that's good stuff. Had I said it's a cultural drop cloth, not as engaging, right?
55 Years Ago: The Hollies Record a Hit With an Unknown Elton John
If you want to make a career in the music business, you have to cut your teeth somehow. For Elton John, known in his early days as simply "Reggie," that meant doing quite a lot of work as a staff songwriter and sometimes a session pianist. One of those gigs was with the Hollies, who got together with John in June 1969 in what was then EMI Studios in London (it would later become Abbey Road Studios) to record a song written by Bob Russell and Bobby Scott called "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother," originally recorded by the American singer-songwriter Kelly Gordon.
New AI Lawsuit Values Hit Songs at $150,000 Each
A lawsuit filed by the Recording Industry Association of America is demanding compensation of $150,000 for each song allegedly copied by artificial intelligence startups Suno and Udio. The corporations are accused of breaching copyright laws to create clones of hit singles by the RIAA, which says it represents around 85...
Filmmaker Files Lawsuit Over Allegedly Stolen Tom Petty Footage
Filmmaker Martyn Atkins has filed a lawsuit against Warner Music's production branch over their use of some allegedly stolen footage in a 2021 documentary about Tom Petty. Tom Petty, Somewhere You Feel Free: The Making of Wildflowers was directed by Mary Wharton and featured new interviews with people like Mike Campbell and Benmont Tench of the Heartbreakers as it detailed the making of Petty's 1994 solo album. It also included never-before-seen-footage, culled from hours of 16mm archival film that Wharton was given access to via Petty's daughter, Adria.
A Huge List of July 2024 Events in Eastern Iowa
Summer has arrived and there are a TON of big events happening in Eastern Iowa and beyond! Check out a list below!. *For a full list of fireworks displays happening in Eastern Iowa, click HERE*. Theatre Cedar Rapids. Select dates from June 21st through July 28th. "Jenna, a waitress (and...
Pete Townshend’s ‘Quadrophenia’ Ballet to Premiere Next Year
Pete Townshend has announced the premiere of Quadrophenia: A Mod Ballet, based on the Who’s classic 1973 album. The production will open in the U.K. in May 2025, following years of development after the guitarist’s wife, Rachel Fuller, created an orchestral version of the music, which was recorded in 2016.
Tom Petty Refused to Release Some of His Best Songs
Tom Petty's songwriting output could make any artist or band quite jealous. But for all of the things that did make it to the radio, many compositions just sat on the shelf. Then there were the tracks Petty and his band, the Heartbreakers, recorded numerous times, searching to capture the right feel. "Lazarus songs," was the term that guitarist Mike Campbell applied to that segment of the results of their working relationship -- the ones which always seemed to resurface.
Iowa Football Lands Four-Star Cornerback from Connecticut
Iowa Hawkeye defensive guru Phil Parker is smiling this morning as one of the top cornerbacks in the nation has committed to the University of Iowa. Charles 'CJ' Bell, a cornerback out of Oakdale, Connecticut, has verbally committed to play football at the University of Iowa, according to Hawk Fanatic. Bell chose Iowa over an impressive list of schools that included Notre Dame, Penn State, Wisconsin, Rutgers, and Tennessee among others. Bell made his choice official on social media Monday.
Who Else Remembers Video Disks? They Actually Existed!
I know what you're thinking: "Of course, I remember laser disks. I still have some in my basement!" But that's not what I am referring to. I'm talking about video disks. A friend and I were discussing my recent article, "Can You Identify These '70s Objects?" and the topic of home video came up. I then mentioned how much fun we had watching video disks in the early '80s. He replied, "Like video laser disks? The ones that look like giant CDs." I said, "No, the ones that looked like 78 RPM records."
Server Insists on 20 Percent Tip on Restaurant’s Receipt
Tipping is already a hot button topic for most of us. Not that we don't believe in it, rather we don't want to have to tip simply to tip rather do it as a reward, or extra thank you. Whether you drop some money in the tip jar at your...
Tom Cruise All Smiles as He Trades Friendship Bracelets With Swifties at Eras Tour
Tom Cruise was spotted trading friendship bracelets with fans at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in London over the weekend. "There's no way I just traded bracelets with Tom Cruise and was able to tell him my favorite film ever is Vanilla Sky," the caption said in a video posted to TikTok.
Gypsy Rose Experimented With Women in Prison: ‘I’m a Freak!’
Gypsy Rose Blanchard has revealed more details about her time in prison. "I've kissed more girls than I have guys," Blanchard said in her documentary Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up on Lifetime. "As a teenager or a pre-teen, I felt that I was attracted to girls and I got...
Real Housewives-Inspired Movie in the Works With a Murderous Twist
How juicy does this sound! A murder mystery inspired by the Real Housewives franchise. So many of us have either watched the entire The Real Housewives franchise on Bravo TV, watched some of the cities that appeal to us most, or have seen and read enough to understand what this franchise is all about.
Wisconsin DNR: “Stop Harvesting This Bug From Our State Parks!”
So, you're wandering through your local state park, enjoying the great outdoors, when suddenly you hear that unmistakable, loud buzzing sound. Ah, cicadas! These fascinating little critters are a true sign of summer, emerging in droves and providing a unique soundtrack to your hike. But have you ever wondered, “Can I take some of these home for a snack?” Well, apparently that seems to be the case in some areas of Wisconsin! So much so, that the DNR has had to reiterate, "that's a big No-No!" To be fair, the Wisconsin DNR didn't specifically state what the bugs were being harvested for, but this was my first thought.
Dennis DeYoung: ‘I Was Begging for My Life and Job’ With Styx
Dennis DeYoung has been out of Styx for 25 years. The band chose to replace him as they prepared to tour in support of 1999's Brave New World. The singer, as he shares, found himself unexpectedly ill and unable to go on the road immediately, felt helpless. "I was begging...
Icky Reason to Always Soak Your Strawberries in Salt Water Before Eating
Rinsing off our fruit is a given even when they have a skin you don't actually eat. It's all about removing possible pesticides and elements like grime as well as all the steps those crates of fruit go through from farm to the grocery store. Yes, from seedlings to full...
New Ian Anderson Vinyl Box Showcases Return to ‘Thick as a Brick’
Ian Anderson's solo career will be celebrated with a new 10-disc vinyl box set 8314 Boxed, due on Aug. 23. Pre-ordering is already underway. An official trailer for the box set is below. Among the highlights are two sequels to Jethro Tull's prog cornerstone Thick as a Brick. 8314 Boxed...
Suri Cruise Graduated High School, Dropped Dad Tom Cruise’s Last Name at Ceremony: REPORT
Suri Cruise has graduated high school. According to photos obtained by Page Six, the daughter of Hollywood icon Tom Cruise and actress Katie Holmes received her diploma from LaGuardia High School last Friday (June 21). The 18-year-old celebrated with her mom and a friend in New York City. Her estranged...
Sebastian Bach Brings the Big Guns to San Antonio: Review and Photos
Sebastian Bach's still got it. If his crushing new solo album, Child Within the Man, didn't already make it clear, Bach drove the point home at the Rock Box in San Antonio on Sunday, where he blasted through Skid Row classics and highlights off his new LP with the same gutsy aggression of his youth.
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