The Museum of Danish America in the southwest Iowa town of Elk Horn is marking its 40th...
Twelve ISU professors collaborate on book about ‘positive peace’
For a world that sometimes seems filled with war, hatred and violence, a dozen Iowa State...
Water tower misspelling causes chuckles in Stuart
The southwest Iowa town of Stuart is experiencing a growth spurt and a new water tower built in...
Veterans ask to contribute to paving of Road of Honor in Keokuk
Fundraising is underway to pave what's being called the Road of Honor in Keokuk and every veteran...
Carroll preps for RAGBRAI’s arrival July 24
Thirty-five days from now Carroll will be the overnight host for thousands of participants in the...
Pipe organ company rebuilding on spot in Lake City where shop burned in 2021
A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled on July 5th in Lake City for a new facility at the site...
U-I researcher says work needed before automated vehicles can drive rural roads
A just completed study at the University of Iowa’s Driving Safety Research Institute found there...
Historic northwest Iowa bank to be restored, not razed
A developer plans to restore a historic building in downtown Terril. The former bank was in danger...
Massive mammoth replica to go on permanent display in Oskaloosa
There's an open house in Oskaloosa later this month for the unveiling of a replica that will help...
Ames airport to be renamed in honor of African American flight pioneer
The city of Ames is hosting a dedication ceremony Saturday for the renaming of its airport....
Community dinner among events to mark Aurelia’s 150th
A northwest Iowa community of nearly a thousand residents will celebrate the 150th anniversary of...
Spirit Lake school board votes 4-1 to keep Indian mascot
The Spirit Lake School Board has voted to keep its longstanding Indian mascot. Earlier this year,...
RAGBRAI drops plan for Guinness World Record July 26
The Des Moines Register has announced it's dropping plans to shoot for a world record number of...
New book focuses on life in small town Duncombe
A new book offers a glimpse into what it was like to grow up about a century ago in the small...
What may be valuable Michael Jordan trading card found in unclaimed deposit box
State Treasurer Roby Smith is having what appears to be a rare Michael Jordan rookie card...
Rare draft horses being celebrated in Jewell, Ellsworth, Radcliffe
A celebration of the only draft horse bred and developed in the United States is planned for this...
Jefferson Highway Association holding annual conference in Mason City
The Jefferson Highway Association’s annual conference is underway in Mason City. Named after...
Des Moines gets high ranking in one list of best places to live
The newest list of Best Places to Live in America from U.S. News and World Report ranks Des Moines...
Beaconsfield native Whitson talks about latest mission into space
Iowa native astronaut Peggy Whitson says she's ready for her -next- space mission after returning...
Home tour highlights mid-century modern architecture in central Iowa
Four homes in central Iowa that serve as sterling examples of mid-century modern architecture and...
Preserve Iowa Summit opens in heart of historic Sioux City
Iowans who are passionate about preserving their communities' history and historic buildings are...
Look closely before you leap into renting a summer vacation property
Iowans who are spending part of their Memorial Day looking for a place to rent for their upcoming...
National Guard general keynotes Memorial Day ceremony
The leader of the Iowa National Guard, Brigadier General Stephen Osborn, was the keynote speaker...
Gold Star Museum hosting special Memorial Day event
The Iowa Goldstar Military Museum at Camp Dodge is open today and providing a free breakfast to...
Memorial Day ceremony planned for Iowa Veterans Cemetery
Ceremonies are planned across the state Monday for Memorial Day. Iowa Department of Veterans...
Historic Laramar Ballroom in Fort Dodge to reopen in June
A Fort Dodge landmark that has hosted some of the biggest names in the music business will soon...
Hawkeye assistant coach Jan Jensen to lead Tivoli Fest parade
Iowa assistant basketball coach Jan Jensen -- a graduate of Elk Horn-Kimballton High School --...
Effort to bring local food to those in need gets boost in federal funding
A non-profit organization that works to bring locally grown food to people in need is getting more...
Iowa native composes music for Spencer bands
A Maquoketa native who's composed music for symphony orchestras in Boston and New York has written...
Iowa woman to talk about her unique doll collection this weekend
An eastern Iowa psychiatrist is touring Iowa to show off her collection of rare, antique dolls,...