Something new, something old at Cosi Cucina
When David and Bonnie Bartels opened Cosi Cucina 20 years ago, it was an instant sensation. Super farmer Larry Cleverley recalls it being the best restaurant in Iowa when he [...]
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Posted July 23, 2014in Food Dude
Posted July 23, 2014in Sound Check
Red Wanting Blue “Little America” Fanatic Records Depending on how you look at it, Little America’s opening track, “Hallelujah,” is either the best or worst track to start the album. [...]
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Posted July 23, 2014in Sound Circuit
Harpin’s fresh start
Paige Harpin’s story begins like many girls’ humble beginnings. “I’ve sang since I was a child,” the now-30-year-old said. “I used to be obsessed with Whitney Houston. Then, as I [...]
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Posted July 23, 2014in Sound Notes
Have you helped out with any of the Des Moines Music Coalition (DMMC) events this year? Or do you just want to show your appreciation for those who have and [...]
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Posted July 23, 2014in Joe's Neighborhood
A sense of place
Look for Iowa farmers before planting. You’ll see their pickups parked at an angle in the entrance to their fields, like they didn’t have enough time to park straight with [...]
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Posted July 23, 2014in Locker Room
I believe I can fly
Do you know what pickup line works without fail? “I can fly.” Sure, Lois Lane might have feigned disinterest and even made the Man of Steel compete with his own [...]
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Posted July 23, 2014in Center Stage
Stripping and swinging and inviting the whole country.
One weekend, four events? With acts that range from swinging on a star, sort of, to stripping down to skivvies, sort of? Plus a national competition? “We’d chatted about collaborating,” [...]
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Posted July 22, 2014in Iowa Watchdog
Snake handler can’t charm fearful neighbors, who shut down his business
AMES, Iowa — The door to the small room at the back of Kyle Thompson’s basement is locked. A sign on the door warns visitors what’s inside — snakes, more [...]
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Posted July 18, 2014in Iowa Watchdog
MN commissioner’s moonlighting raises conflict of interest questions
ST. PAUL, Minn. — His resume posted on the Iowa Public Employment Relations Board website stands out: “Conducted hundreds of grievance hearings and mediation sessions.” So does his daily fee: [...]
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Posted July 16, 2014in Tech Talk
Long live King Content
Of all the innovations and gifts Bill Gates gave the world of technology, the one that has crossed over more than any other is the idea that “Content is King.” [...]
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