The 52nd annual Variety Telethon on KCCI-TV raised more than $4 million Tuesday with coverage throughout the day that brought viewers inspiring stories highlighting community, inclusion, and hope. “We are incredibly grateful to our donors, volunteers, and our new partners at KCCI for making this year’s Telethon such a tremendous
Read More →Offering something for every type of reader. Spend the afternoon at Beaverdale Books on Saturday, February 28 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. as they feature six local authors: Logan Capesius, Sami DeWall, Alan Feirer, Devon Kimbro, Jason Liegois, and J. Susanne Wilson. Learn all about their books and their writing
Read More →JOHNSTON, Iowa (February 23, 2026) – The wait is over! For the first time, Iowa PBS is your home for the 2026 IHSAA Boys State Basketball Championships. We’ll be bringing you every second of championship action! Coverage of each class’ title game will take place on Friday, March 1 beginning at 1
Read More →DES MOINES, Iowa – Just nine months after launching battery drop-off containers across the metro, Metro Waste Authority has collected more than 10,000 pounds of used batteries from residents. The milestone underscores the community’s commitment to safe disposal and the importance of convenient recycling options. “Batteries and electronics start fires
Read More →The National Society of Arts and Letters (NSAL) is a not-for-profit organization that encourages and provides financial assistance to talented young artists at the beginning of their careers. The organization assists promising young artists through competitions, financial assistance, master classes, mentoring and providing career opportunities. With assistance from the Haggard-Twogood
Read More →JOHNSTON, Iowa (February 19, 2026) – From regional battles to the big stage, Iowa girls are chasing championship dreams! Don’t miss a moment – Iowa PBS will be there live as champions are crowned. The statewide network’s commitment to girls high school sports coverage continues as teams from across the
Read More →[IOWA] – Weary Ramblers racked up two more awards this week in a growing list of accomplishments. The duo’s song, “Kentucky Never Seemed So Blue,” has been awarded the Overall Grand Prize winner and Best Country Bluegrass Song of the 2026 International Acoustic Music Awards. “It is an absolute
Read More →Julia Quinn, Tayari Jones headline a milestone anniversary lineup featuring a groundbreaking new partnership The Des Moines Public Library (DMPL) is proud to announce the 25th anniversary season of Authors Visiting in Des Moines (AViD), featuring six events that bring world-class literary talent to the heart of Iowa this spring
Read More →Brandhorst of Madrid High School presented with $1,000 college scholarship at Iowa High School Girls State Wrestling Tournament. JOHNSTON, Iowa (Feb. 9, 2026) — Each year, the Iowa Bankers Association presents the Student Athlete Achievement Award to student-athletes who excel not only in athletics, but also academically and in
Read More →The Iowa Girls State Dual Team Wrestling Tournament will compete in familiar surroundings when the event debuts in 2027. The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) announced today that Xtream Arena in Coralville will serve as the host venue for the inaugural Iowa Girls State Dual Team Wrestling Tournament,
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