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The Des Moines Register

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Iowa city ranks among the nation's worst for rat infestations

Corn bears aren't real in Iowa , but rats certainly are. The pest control company Orkin has unveiled its list of the rattiest cities in America , and an Iowa city made the list for the first time. Aw, rats! Which Iowa city has the worst rat infestations? This is the first time Cedar Rapids has made it into the top 50 worst cities for rats, landing at 36th on the list. Rats love making homes in and around buildings, beneath vegetation and anywhere they can find protection from predators and the elements, the report said. Cities provide the prime resources for them to thrive. “There’s no single type of city or climate that’s immune to rodent pressure,” said Dr. Shannon Sked, National Technical Director at Orkin. Cedar Rapids also made Orkin's list for the cities with the worst bed bug infestations in July. More: Two Iowa cities are among the nation's worst for bed bug infestations See Orkin's top 50 rattiest cities Here's a look at the top 50 rattiest cities in America, according to Orkin, and their change in the rankings since last year: Los Angeles Chicago New York San Francisco Washington, DC (+1) Detroit (+1) Cleveland (+4)

Cedar Rapids, IA · 3d

The Coconut Mama

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Gone now: The 3 most beloved Iowa restaurants that recently closed

Iowa’s restaurant landscape has changed again after another wave of local closures earlier this year. Three very different independent dining rooms recently reached the end of regular service, taking with…

Davenport, IA · 2d

travelmag.com

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This Iowa Popcorn Shop Makes Holiday Gift Shopping A Whole Lot Tastier

A popcorn flavor called Dilly Dilly tastes like pickles. Another one, Scotch-A-Roo, borrows from a classic Midwest bar treat. That’s two of more than 30 flavors, all made in small batches. I like how this shop started as a tiny market stand run by a brother and sister. Now...

Cedar Rapids, IA · 13d
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Mid-Prairie, Lone Tree Students to Perform in 40th Annual OPUS Honor Choir

Five students from the KCII listening area have received recognition for their vocal skills. Each student has been accepted into the upcoming OPUS Honor Choir performances in Ames. From Mid-Prairie, three middle school students and one high school student were selected. Kendrix Miller, a sixth-grader, was picked to perform in...

Lone Tree, IA · 16h
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13 Iowa Bakeries And Pie Shops Worth Visiting Before Thanksgiving Arrives

Is it really Thanksgiving planning if nobody has asked who’s bringing the pie yet? That question always seems to come up just when my holiday to-do list is getting crowded. I enjoy a homemade dessert, but I’m perfectly happy to let a skilled baker handle the crust. Fortunately, Iowa has plenty of bakeries that can make Thanksgiving preparations a little easier.

Iowa City, IA · 1d

kilj.com

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State Grant Helps Bring Steakhouse to Downtown Ottumwa

A fire-damaged building in downtown Ottumwa is set to get a second life as a steakhouse, with three apartments upstairs. The building dates back to 1890. A state matching grant will help pay for renovations that will put the restaurant on the ground floor and add housing on the upper floors.

Ottumwa, IA · 2d

kilj.com

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Hy-Vee Offering Veterans, Active-Duty Military Members Free Breakfast on Veterans Day

Mt. Pleasant’s Hy Vee Food Store, 1700 E. Washington Street, is one of many Hy Vee Stores statewide who are honoring all veterans and active-duty military members with a free breakfast on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The Hy Vee Veterans Day breakfast tradition began 27 years ago and is a buffet-style meal which will be served from 6am – 10am.

Mt Pleasant, IA · 12h

fastfoodclub.com

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The Chile Colorado At This Family-Owned Waterloo, Iowa Mexican Spot Is Worth A Weekend Drive

Some road trips start with a landmark, and some start with a lunch plate. In Waterloo, Iowa, one family-run Mexican kitchen has a dish that has turned a weekend getaway into a reason to come back. The star is chile colorado, a classic plate built around a red chile sauce,...

Waterloo, IA · 3d

KIMT

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KIMT News 3 says goodbye to Meteorologist Hunter Donahoe

After over two years at KIMT News 3, KIMT Storm Alert Weather 3 Meteorologist Hunter Donahoe is leaving to pursue a new chapter in his life journey.

Mason City, IA · 3d

kchanews.com

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Clean Up in Aisle Five, Deer

“Clean up in aisle five” took on new meaning last weekend for a north Iowa grocery store. Mason City Police Mike McKelvey says they were notified shortly after 11 AM Sunday (Nov. 1) that a large buck had just crashed through a window at Hy Vee East on South Illinois Avenue. Callers reported the deer was running around in the dining area of the store and that a five-year-old boy was injured and bleeding from his head.

Mason City, IA · 3d

travelmag.com

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This Cedar Rapids, Iowa Restaurant Serves A Korean BBQ Steak Sandwich Worth The Trip

Shaved ribeye, Korean BBQ, and kimchi that takes a full 24 hours to make, all packed into one hoagie roll. That sandwich alone made me stop scrolling. Then the toppings keep coming. Pepper jack cheese, umami sauce, and crispy onions pile on for good measure. It reads less like lunch...

Cedar Rapids, IA · 7d

Quad Cities Sports Network

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Another Restaurant Bites the Dust at This Cedar Rapids Location

We were hoping the rumors weren't true, but it's official. Another Cedar Rapids restaurant has closed. Here's what we know.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 2d

familyvacationsus.com

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This Small Iowa Downtown Is Home to the Only Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel Still Taking Guests

Frank Lloyd Wright drew plans for six hotels, and only one still hands out room keys at night. That last survivor sits in a small downtown in Iowa, right across from a city park. Wright sketched it in 1908, then left for Europe before the job was done. His associate,...

Mason City, IA · 1d

Iowa Public Radio

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Pianist to perform Beethoven’s complete piano concertos with Orchestra Iowa

Pianist and composer Stewart Goodyear is putting his talents to the test in a rare feat of musical endurance during a visit to Cedar Rapids. Over two nights, Goodyear will perform all five Beethoven piano concertos with Orchestra Iowa.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 2d

WHO 13

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Deer collisions rise across Iowa during peak mating season

DES MOINES, Iowa — Recent increases in deer-related vehicle collisions in Iowa highlight the dangers of mating season, prompting safety warnings from authorities. On Sunday, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a deer vs. SUV crash outside of Waucoma. Authorities say a 56-year-old from West Union was driving when a deer entered the roadway, […]

Iowa · 2d

radioonthego.com

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Christian concert tour coming to Hampton Nov. 14

A concert featuring two nationally recognized Christian artists is coming to Hampton next weekend. The Good News Unplugged Tour, featuring Jordan Feliz and Thunderstorm Artis, will perform at the Church of the Living Word on Nov. 14. Feliz is known for songs including “The River” and “Beloved,” along with multiple...

Hampton, IA · 2d

hoodline.com

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New Mexican Eatery Sueño Claims Cedar Rapids Spot That La Cantina Lost to Fire

5400 Edgewood Rd. N.E. — Approximate Site of Planned Sueño Eatery. A new restaurant has moved into the former La Cantina building at 5400 Edgewood Road Northeast in Cedar Rapids, putting up signage for Sueño Flavors of Mexico at the long-familiar address. No opening date has been announced yet.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 4d

Eagle 102.3

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Another Restaurant Bites the Dust at This Cedar Rapids Location

We were hoping the rumors weren't true, but it's official. Another Cedar Rapids restaurant has closed. Here's what we know.

Cedar Rapids, IA · 2d

KCRG.com

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New restaurant moves into old La Cantina building

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A new restaurant has moved into the former La Cantina building in Cedar Rapids. SUEÑO Flavors of Mexico has put up its signage at the 5400 Edgewood Road Northeast building. An opening date has not been announced, but updates can be found on the...

Cedar Rapids, IA · 5d