Heirlooms from the family of a fallen rock-n-roll star that were stolen during the Winter Dance Party in Clear Lake earlier this month -- were found early Thursday. The Clear Lake Police Department recovered the two framed family photos of Ritchie Valens and the framed movie poster that were … [Read more...]
Search on again for Iowa’s best burger
Whether it's covered with melted cheddar and grilled onions or just topped with the traditional ketchup, mustard and pickles, Iowans are being enlisted to help find the state's best burger. Kylie Peterson, spokeswoman for the Iowa Beef Industry Council, describes the qualifications for the annual … [Read more...]
Iowa State Fair to require all vendors to accept plastic payment
A spokesperson for the Iowa State Fair says you will be able to buy a corndog on a credit card at all vendors when the gates open for the 2020 edition. Mindy Williamson says it's something that's been in the works for a while. "It's one of the top things that people ask us. Some of our vendors -- … [Read more...]
Governor not showing her hand in sports gambling debate
Governor Kim Reynolds is offering few public clues about her views on how a bill legalizing sports betting should be structured. "I'm going to watch it. I'm not going to weigh in," Reynolds said during her weekly news conference. "I'm going to let it go through the legislative process. That's … [Read more...]
Competition gives young musicians an opportunity to shine
Young Iowa musicians who have a solo act or play in a band have a shot at statewide exposure and landing a recording session through the Iowa Rocks Talent Contest. Cindy Stanbro , at the Iowa Rock 'n' Roll Music Association, says entries are now being taken."It's open for musicians 21 and under … [Read more...]
Host of ‘Going Yard’ to talk landscaping at Des Moines Home & Garden Show (audio)
During the dead of winter, many Iowans like to daydream about their summer landscaping plans. The host of several cable TV backyard makeover shows will be in central Iowa this week to help make those dreams become a reality. Chris Lambton, host of "Going Yard," "Yard Crashers" and "Lawn and … [Read more...]
Winnebago moving diesel production from Oregon to Iowa
Winnebago Industries has announced plans to shift production of diesel motorhome manufacturing from its Junction City, Oregon plant to its manufacturing campus in Forest City. Company spokesman Chad Reese The transition consolidates and centralizes the company’s diesel motorhome business to a … [Read more...]
RAGBRAI towns named for overnight stops
The overnight stops for this summer's RAGBRAI were announced this weekend. The 47th annual bicycle ride that draws around 10,000 registered participants is scheduled for July 21 to 27. This year, cyclists will pedal across southern Iowa, starting in Council Bluffs and end in Keokuk. The other … [Read more...]
Event Saturday celebrates Trumpeter Swans
North America’s largest waterfowl species will be celebrated in central Iowa this weekend. The Trumpeter Swan Soiree is planned for Saturday at Walnut Woods State Park in West Des Moines. Dave Hoffman is the trumpeter swan restoration coordinator for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. He … [Read more...]
Winter games get underway in Okoboji
The annual University of Okoboji Winter Games kick off today, bringing a huge winter boost to the Iowa Great Lakes area. Tourism generated about $286 million for the region in 2017. Blain Andera, CEO of the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, says the summer season is the main tourism … [Read more...]