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Take a Look Inside the New Locker Room for the Iowa Hawkeyes [VIDEOS]
The Iowa Hawkeye football team has done some in-house renovating. The Hawkeyes will enjoy a brand new locker room setup this upcoming football season and if you haven't seen the latest home decor yet...this setup looks amazing. Football teams and players spend a lot of time in their home locker rooms preparing for games, putting on their equipment, visiting the training staff, getting taped up for games, or simply hanging out with their teammates before and after games.
Teen Devastated After Parents Buy Younger Sister New Car for Birthday, Only Give Her Gift Card and Book
A teen was left in a complicated situation after her parents gave her sister an expensive birthday gift. The teen explained in her Reddit post that her sister was diagnosed with cancer last year, which was very hard on the family. "I love my sister and I tried to be...
Wedding Canceled After Bridesmaid Sparks Huge Family Blowup
This family has some serious wedding drama, according to a post in Reddit's Am I The A--hole forum. The person who wrote the post explained that their uncle is marrying a girl named Mel, who would rather elope and have a "traditional wedding from her country," but the groom's mom, Amanda, is against it.
Delicious Eastern Iowa Hot Dogs to Try on National Hot Dog Day
Happy National Hot Dog Day! Looking to celebrate today without having to fire up the grill? Here are some of the places in Eastern Iowa that serve delicious varieties of hot dogs, brats, sausages, and/or corn dogs:. 103 8th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids. Serves Chicago Dogs, Chili Dogs, Chili Cheese...
Why Are Will Smith and Johnny Depp Yachting Together in Italy?
Did you know Will Smith and Johnny Depp are friends?. Apparently, they are, since they were spotted enjoying a yacht trip in Italy ahead of a special concert appearance together. The actors were pictured on the yacht with Egyptian singer Ahmed Saad, who posted a photo with the duo on...
‘Top Chef Masters’ Star Naomi Pomeroy Dead at 49 Following Tubing Accident
'Top Chef Masters' star Naomi Pomeroy has passed away at age 49 following a tubing accident in Oregon. According to Portland Monthly, the Portland-area chef's family believes she died from drowning in the Willamette River on July 13. On July 14, Benton County Patrol Lieutenant Toby Bottorff revealed that an...
Sneaky Reason Why Citrus Fruit is Sold in Mesh, Rubber Bags
Walking through the produce section of a grocery store is so invigorating. All the bright colors of various fruits, and even the smells sometime tickle our noses. I've even found myself weaving between the fruit displays even when fruit isn't on my shopping list. Sometimes we pick and choose our...
Iowans Share Their Most Delicious S’mores Upgrades
S'mores are a summertime staple. Graham crackers, roasted marshmallows, and chocolate just go so perfectly together! But, what if there were other things you could add to make your s'mores even better?. This week, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources made a post on Facebook, writing:. "Drop your top way...
Kate Martin Injured During Las Vegas Aces Loss to Chicago
Iowa Hawkeye and Las Vegas Aces fans held their collective breaths last night as form Hawkeye Kate Martin suffered a lower leg injury. ESPN reports that the incident happened with 1:19 left in the first quarter when Martin appeared to slip on the court. Her reaction to the injury was immediate. Her teammates rushed onto the court and even shielded her from TV cameras.
The Corridor’s Newest Kwik Star Will Open on Thursday Morning
The Corridor is about to get another Kwik Star location this week, and the world is a better place because of it. Yes, I love Kwik Star. While it's hard to beat a piece of Casey's breakfast pizza, Kwik Star is my stop for literally everything else. They have a huge selection of food items and their baked goods, including their Glazer donuts, are second to none! So when I hear that there is a new Kwik Star about to open I get genuinely excited! Which new neighborhood is going to enjoy what they have to offer?
John Deere Announces New Layoffs: Iowa Employees Brace for Impact
One of the biggest employers in the Midwest announced yet another round of layoffs. John Deere is a huge player in the agricultural industry and has multiple facilities and factories spread out across the country, several of them being in Iowa. The company's headquarters is in Moline, Illinois; and has...
New Pedestrian Law in Iowa City: What You Need to Know About Crosswalk Safety
A new law in Iowa City is shaking up the rules of the road by expanding the definition of “pedestrian.” This narrow definition meant that drivers were only required to yield to people walking, leaving bicyclists, wheelchair users, and other vulnerable road users (VRUs) without legal protection in crosswalks. Under this updated legislation, the term now covers everyone from bike riders and wheelchair users to people pushing strollers, skating, or scootering. In other words, if you’re in a crosswalk, drivers have to yield to you—no exceptions.
Tennessee Cemetery Has a Creepy Mountain Dew Headstone
While Mountain Dew has not met its untimely death, it has still being immortalized on a headstone located in a Tennessee cemetery. It's even got a working bottle opener attached to it, too. Why Is There A Mountain Dew Headstone?. No, it isn't there to mark the grave of the...
The Iowa Apple That Was Too Beautiful for Its Own Good
Once upon a time in 1880, a humble orchard in Iowa produced an apple that was the epitome of sweetness—a round, blushed yellow fruit so delightful it could make even the crankiest old farmer crack a smile. Fast forward to today, and the Red Delicious apple has evolved from its original “apple of the gods” status into a fruit that's more about looks than taste. Until 2018, the Red Delicious was the reigning champ of apple production in the U.S., but even the most popular apples can’t stay on top forever.
Can You Legally Install a Dixie Horn in Your Car in Iowa?
Anyone familiar with the Dukes of Hazzard TV show knows exactly what the "dixie horn" sounds like. You've potentially seen or heard this horn from Dukes of Hazzard or if you've ever been near a clown car in a parade. If you haven't heard this horn before, it sounds like this.
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Episode 5 Breakdown: Every Easter Egg You Missed
The new episode of House of the Dragon, “Regent,” is full of Game of Thrones references, and also a bunch of really smart visual storytelling that you might have missed. For example, all season we have seen the corpses of the ratcatchers hanging, as they have all season. But now they are reduced to skeletons. Throughout House of the Dragon we have seen their bodies at various points of decomposition. And their bodies also reflect Aegon’s reign. When he first killed these men, they were dead, but still in good condition, signaling that he was just starting to lose control. Later, we saw them rotting just as the military campaign began. Now their bodies are completely gone, just as Aegon’s reign is over.
Hidden Meanings Behind Wind Chimes
For most people a wind chime is decorative for gardens or swaying outside where we can enjoy them on our patios. We often hear them before we see them and there is something peaceful with the random tones they emit even from the lightest breeze. However, that fact that they...
Did the Storm That Swept Through Iowa on July 15th Qualify as a Derecho?
On Monday, July 15th a massive storm struck a good chunk of the Midwest. It worked its way through parts of Eastern Iowa, Illinois, and Indiana. According to a recent report, 425,000 people in the Midwest were left without power after this storm. Tornado warnings were issued all throughout the state in Rock Island, Scott, Henry, Mercer, Muscatine, Whiteside, Clinton, and Linn Counties.
National Pizza Chain Saved From Bankruptcy After Quietly Closing 44 Locations
While some cities now have one less pizza option, others can celebrate one of their favorites that will be sticking around for a little longer. It's been a struggle for several recognizable chain restaurants in 2024. And the list keeps growing. So far, the year has brought us reports of...
Storm Across Iowa Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Power [VIDEO]
Iowa was greeted by an extreme storm yesterday that produced 90+ mph wind gusts, hail, tornados, tree damage, and power outages. The storm traveled east from Iowa to Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, as 3 other states suffered the same wrath as we did in Iowa. Check out this graphic showing how much area this storm covered.
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