Southern hospitality and Iowa nice meet
A city not generally known for its spice, Des Moines has been welcoming to new flavors, ideas and experiences. Downtown has welcomed food and culture festivals of various backgrounds such [...]
Read More →A city not generally known for its spice, Des Moines has been welcoming to new flavors, ideas and experiences. Downtown has welcomed food and culture festivals of various backgrounds such [...]
Read More →Viewed in the millions and cherished by the thousands, mascots are just as much a part of athletics as the athletes. Maybe that’s a bit of an overstatement, but the [...]
Read More →The beloved face of Drake University has a protruding jaw, wrinkly scowl and sad eyes. George, whose official title is Griff II, is the latest in a growing line of [...]
Read More →Turning struggles into strength Antonio Roddy is dedicated to progressing. Raised on the south side of Chicago, he grew up in the shadow of skyscrapers and yachts along the affluent [...]
Read More →Iowa State Captain shares experiences with Patriot Guard Riders. For those who wish to join the Patriot Guard Riders (PGR), the only prerequisite is respect. There are no membership dues, [...]
Read More →Customizing children’s books for modern family dynamics. In 2023, the average family structure can look different from the typical nuclear family of years past. Non-traditional families often struggle to find [...]
Read More →Husband-wife duo are longtime volunteers at the Des Moines Playhouse. Kim and Steve Blakesley have welcomed thousands of guests into the Des Moines Playhouse. They’ve volunteered for nearly every production [...]
Read More →Coffee roaster delivers joy via bicycle. Keep a sharp eye out around the metro, and you might spot an unusual sight: Chris James delivering coffee beans on his bike, with [...]
Read More →Isabel Martinez Santos serves as a bi-lingual Department of Justice representative and co-director of the legal clinic at the Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence. But, she said, “I am more [...]
Read More →Most senior citizens pushing a century might prefer to take it easy, but not Iris Swanson. At 91 years old, she’s busier than ever before. “Whatever needs to be done [...]
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