‘A Resistance History of the United States’ American history is, like all history, a giant tangled knot of perspectives and fables and winner’s lies. The story that’s been told is always angled in such a way to achieve a certain effect a reader has to work to uncover. So the
Read More →What will happen to the 55 mph signs now that the speed limit is changing? Gov. Kim Reynolds signed Senate File 378 on June 1, increasing the speed limit on most rural, two-lane state highways from 55 miles per hour to 60 miles per hour. This change took effect on
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Posted July 01, 2026in Cars in the City
Summer is prime season for classic car shows. Nearly every weekend, vintage vehicles fill parking lots, grassy parks and iconic gathering spots. With hoods popped open to showcase meticulously restored engines, shiny chrome and even the occasional pair of fuzzy dice, attendees stroll through decades of automotive history. So what
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Posted July 01, 2026in Iowa Artist
Every family member brings unique strengths, talents and quirks to the table. For one family of artists, creating together has become a shared passion while still leaving room for each person to explore individual artistic pursuits. Kunzler Studios is a family endeavor led by parents Diane and Mike Kunzler and
Read More →CITYVIEW’s Hall of Iowa Culinary Excellence (CHOICE) Awards celebrate Iowa’s enduring culinary pioneers and institutions. Established in 2015, the awards recognize individuals and businesses whose lasting contributions have shaped the state’s food culture. The 2026 Master Class honors four recipients. Mariana Gomez of Tacos Mariana’s is recognized for three decades
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Posted July 01, 2026in Collections & Hobbies
If you have stepped inside a museum, a zoo, Bass Pro Shops or your hunting friend’s home, you have likely seen taxidermy. Step into Trinity Tattoo in Valley Junction, and it is impossible not to notice the taxidermy — and its quality — created by the hands of Jarod Embree.
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Posted July 01, 2026in Sound Circuit
Ten years ago, country-rock singer Alexis “Lex” Curran was confined to a wheelchair because of an autoimmune disease. After prayers and treatments, she recovered. Struggling with what she describes as survivor’s guilt, Curran questioned why she had been given a second chance. Her answer, she believes, was to share her
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Posted July 01, 2026in Belly Up To...
When choosing a summertime watering hole in Iowa, one question rises to the top: Does it have a patio? At The Soggy Frog, the answer is yes. In fact, it offers more than one patio. With three distinct seating areas and stunning water views from nearly every angle, the venue
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