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The Highest Elevated Point in Iowa Isn’t Where You Think
When you live in Iowa, you hear all of the jokes about how flat our state is. With the number of farms and fields that stretch across Iowa and how strong the wind can feel daily, it's hard to blame people from other parts of the country for thinking Iowa is flat. While parts of Iowa might be comparable to a pancake, there are plenty of areas in Eastern Iowa near the Mississippi River that have rolling hills and extreme changes in the terrain.
Myth or Fact: You Get Drunk Faster in High Altitudes
If you've never heard this before then let me introduce you to one of the hard and fast rules to know when you're traveling to high altitudes that's been circulating for decades. I'm basically talking about mountain vacations at least a mile above sea level whether it's hitting the powdery...
Wisconsin’s Oldest Cemetery Has a Beautiful Origin Story
Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Wisconsin, the oldest cemetery in the state whispers stories of bygone eras, its ancient gravestones weathered by time yet standing as silent sentinels to the past. Amid the tall, whispering grasses and century-old oaks, the spirits of early settlers seem to linger, their tales...
Why You Should Avoid Using Drawers in Hotel Rooms
Depending on how long you plan to be in a hotel room probably depends on how you unpack. Longer stays most likely mean you'll try to make things more homey by completely unpacking your suitcases. Use of the closet, shelves, and dresser drawers are there for just this convenience. If...
Iowans Should Check These 5 Things if The AC Fails in Their Home
July is the hottest month of the year in Iowa and there couldn't be a worse time to have your home's AC fail on you. I'll never forget my summer in 2022 when my wife and I lost our AC unit for 12 days towards the end of July. What a nightmare!
Russian Billionaire Suddenly Abandoned This Illinois Mansion?
It sounds like something you'd see in a spy thriller, but it's a real life Illinois thing. Neighbors have wondered out loud why a Russian billionaire just suddenly abandoned an exotic Illinois mansion and left the country. The mystery begins with an investigation of this out of the way Illinois...
Save This Summer With 15 Quick And Cheap Vacation Ideas Near Wisconsin
We are all hopefully loving summer, but with the heat rising it looks like the price of things is as well. Let's save up with these awesome family vacations near and in Wisconsin. Budget Trips are great if you can do them right. From adventures in Iowa, Illinois, or Wisconsin...
The Internet Discovers That Hello Kitty Isn’t Actually a Cat
The world will never be viewed the same way... Hello Kitty is not a cat, she's actually a girl. Despite it being public knowledge for several years, thousands of people just discovered that the beloved Sanrio character is actually a little girl and she even owns a cat, Charmmy. The...
Man Swims in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom River: WATCH
A man went to the extreme to beat the Florida heat by jumping into the Magic Kingdom river and swimming a lap to the other side. While some days are nearing the triple digit temperatures in Kissimmee, one man took it to an extreme by managing to jump into the Rivers of America at Walt Disney World Resort. He managed to evade capture for the few minutes it took to swim from Tom Sawyer's Island to the dock by Big Thunder Mountain.
Steer Clear of the Deadliest Road in Wisconsin
Summertime is the usual season where you might spend a good chunk of time out on the road. Either embarking on a family road trip or taking to the skies for an exotic vacation, summer is the season to travel. If you plan on hitting the road in the next...
Employee Refuses to Give up Shifts for ‘Always Broke’ Co-Worker
A woman on Reddit is explaining why she is refusing to give up shifts to her co-worker despite the co-worker always needing money. "I (21f) am a college student home for the summer. I work at a restaurant as a server. I started here when I was 16 as a hostess. I have a coworker (29f) who is fairly new, so she only gets 2-3 shifts per week. She knew this would be the case when she was hired. Our manager gives more shifts to those with seniority (unless of course we ask for less). Anyway, this woman is constantly complaining about her financial situation. She complains about not getting enough shifts. She also complains about not getting scheduled for busy shifts, which isn’t necessarily true. She always works at least one weekend night which of course is our busiest time. She picks up extra shifts for people when someone wants the day off which is nice of her, but it’s getting to the point where she expects it, and she’s putting people in awkward situations," she begins.
‘Deadpool’ Crew Members Sobbed When They Saw Hugh Jackman in Wolverine’s Costume For the First Time
Hugh Jackman spent almost 20 years making Wolverine and X-Men movies for Fox. In that time, he did a lot of things. He battled mutants. He made cameos. He traveled through time. He fought in multiple wars throughout history. He fought with a Deadpool with no mouth. He got shot in the head with an amnesia bullet that one time. It was a lot.
Three Smart Reasons Birds Love Sitting on Power Lines
Atop those telephone and power lines our feathered friends love to perch. Sometimes we see just a couple, other times flocks upon flocks gather. It kind of reminds us of Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 horror movie, The Birds. So what's up with these power lines? Our flying friends are taking advantage...
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Final Trailer Reveals Another Fox X-Men Cameo
The parade of Deadpool & Wolverine cameos continues in the latest (and supposedly final) trailer for the film. The new ad features X-23, played by Dafne Keen, reprising her role from Logan. In that film, X-23 was a young female clone of Wolverine who a dying Logan protects from villainous forces.
Three Sensational Smells That Create a No-Fly Zone for Mosquitoes
As the season of the most dangerous and deadly animal on the planet continues, it's amazing how simple things help keep it away. When it comes to fighting those mosquito attacks, bug spray is the last thing most of us want during an outdoor gathering with friends and family. Hiking and camping are fine but when we spend so much time outside, it's nice to know there are pleasant smells we can take advantage of.
Woman Tells 89-Year-Old Grandma She Won’t Cry at Her Funeral, But Did She Deserve It?
A woman on Reddit is sharing the reason why she will not being crying at the funeral of her 89-year-old grandma. She prefaces her story by saying that she and her grandma have never really had a good or bad relationship. "My grandma and me never really had a particularly...
Should ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ Get a Season 2?
The Acolyte Season 1 is done. Should there be a Season 2 on Disney+?. That’s the subject of our latest video, where we discuss Season 1 of the latest Star Wars show in full — the good, the bad, and the ugly — and debate whether we want to see The Acolyte continue into further seasons. Which characters worked? Which ones didn’t? Who are we most interested in following in the future? How does it compare with other Disney+ Star Wars television series? Is this one of the highlights of the new Star Wars universe or another disappointment?
Travel Influencer Aanvi Kamdar Dead at 27
Aanvi Kamdar has died. She was 27. Kamdar passed away on July 16, when she was on a trip with friends. According to The Economic Times, the travel influencer was visiting the Kumbhe waterfall, located 80 miles south of Mumbai. During the trip she fell into a gorge while trying to capture videos for Instagram local police confirmed to the news outlet.
We Genuinely Cannot Stop Laughing at These Musical Remixes of Kamala Harris’ Laugh
Vice President Kamala Harris has spawned a new meme thanks to her laugh. The snippet of her laugh used in the memes comes from a White House event in 2023. The event in particular was Harris swearing in the President’s Advisory Commission on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity for Hispanics. It was during this event that she declared an infamous line about coconuts.
Mass Tech Outage Causes Delays at Iowa Airports
One of the most frustrating moments as a working adult is finding out that your computer or device needs some sort of system update. If you thought those weren't annoying enough, many Iowans woke up today to a pesky tech issue that put a wrench in their plans. What Exactly...
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