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Posted September 03, 2026in Just Released

LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER WANTS DONORS TO SHOW WHAT COLOR THEY BLEED ON SEPTEMBER 10 -11

JOHNSTON, IOWA (Sept 3, 2026) – Each year the state of Iowa picks a side for one week leading up to the Iowa–Iowa State football game. Rivalries form between coworkers, friends and families. Half wearing black and the other half wearing cardinal. This year, LifeServe Blood Center is encouraging donors

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Posted September 03, 2026in Just Released

Iowa Architectural Foundation Announces 2026 Community Enhancement Award Winners

DES MOINES, Iowa (September 2, 2026) – The Iowa Architectural Foundation (IAF) has announced the recipients of its 2026 Community Enhancement Awards, recognizing three individuals and organizations whose leadership and investment have made a significant positive impact on Iowa communities. This year’s recipients are Dave Morgan – SingleSpeed Brewing Co.

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Posted August 27, 2026in Just Released

Iowa Restaurant Association Announces 2026 Industry Award Winners

Public invited to October 19 Showcase and Awards Event Celebrating Honorees Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – Des Moines, IA –The Iowa Restaurant Association (IRA) today announced their 2026 Celebrating Excellence Awards, recognizing individuals and businesses whose leadership, service, and contributions have made a significant impact on Iowa’s hospitality industry. The

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Posted August 27, 2026in Just Released

FDIC Data: Strong Banks Support Iowa’s Economy

Second quarter report shows broad-based loan growth to support a growing economy.   JOHNSTON, Iowa (Aug. 26, 2026) — According to Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) data released Tuesday, the banking industry finished the second quarter in a strong position with widespread, robust loan growth for several consecutive quarters. Iowa

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Posted August 27, 2026in Just Released

2026 Iowa Rocks Talent Youth Competition Announces 12 Finalists for Live Competition at Pearson Lakes Art Center

ARNOLDS PARK, IOWA — August 2026 — The Iowa Rock’n Roll Music Association has announced the 12 finalists who will compete in the 2026 Iowa Rocks Talent Youth Competition, an annual showcase of Iowa’s emerging young musical talent. The live competition will take place Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 12:00

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Posted August 27, 2026in Just Released

Ottumwa Soloist Wins 2026 Iowa State Fair Bill Riley Talent Search

DES MOINES, IA (08/23/2026) (readMedia)– Caleb Meiners, 20, of Ottumwa, placed first in the senior division during the championship round of the 66th annual Bill Riley Talent Search Competition held Sunday, August 23, at the 2026 Iowa State Fair. Meiners was awarded a $10,000 prize for his contemporary solo. Sage

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Posted August 27, 2026in Just Released

Porky Parm Gnocchi Wins 2026 Iowa State Fair People’s Choice Best New Food

DES MOINES, IA (08/21/2026) (readMedia)– The Porky Parm Gnocchi, from Destination Grille, is the winner of the 2026 Iowa State Fair People’s Choice Best New Food Contest. There were 15,954 votes for the People’s Choice Best New Food this year. The Porky Parm Gnocchi received 44.9% of the votes. The

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Posted August 25, 2026in Just Released

Iowa Bankers Association Supports Launch of Industry-Owned Blockchain Network

Today, 39 state bankers associations announced the formation of BankChain Alliance to provide customers across the country secure, modern banking services at financial institutions of all sizes. Representing one of the most expansive efforts among state bankers associations, the BankChain Alliance is creating an industry-owned, industry-designed and industry-governed network built

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Posted August 21, 2026in Just Released

Porky Parm Gnocchi Wins 2026 Iowa State Fair People’s Choice Best New Food

DES MOINES, IA (08/21/2026) (readMedia)– The Porky Parm Gnocchi, from Destination Grille, is the winner of the 2026 Iowa State Fair People’s Choice Best New Food Contest. There were 15,954 votes for the People’s Choice Best New Food this year. The Porky Parm Gnocchi received 44.9% of the votes. The

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Posted August 14, 2026in Just Released

JUST ADDED: JOHN WAITE TO HEADLINE THE IOWA STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND FRIDAY, AUGUST 14

DES MOINES, IA (08/13/2026) (readMedia)– The Iowa State Fair is excited to welcome music legend John Waite, the acclaimed singer-songwriter behind the No. 1 hits “Missing You” and “When I See You Smile,” to headline the Grandstand for a free concert at 8 p.m. on Friday, August 14. Waite steps

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