Sometimes someone or some entity run by someone asks for your input on how they run things, and how you think they've been doing. They want to know things like whether they should expand or if they did expand where should they go?. An opportunity is presenting itself. A unique...

It was once in just about every home, now the company behind it is reportedly ready to file for bankruptcy. The Street is reporting Tupperware is on the verge of Chapter 11 bankruptcy as its sales have dropped in recent years. Where Did Tupperware Get Its Name?. Nearly 80 years...

One man is dead after a fatal crash in Black Hawk County earlier this week. Between 2016 and 2020, there were approximately 101,000 Off Highway Vehicles and ATV injuries occurred that required some sort of emergency department assistance in the United States, according to reports. In addition, over the course...

If this is any indication of what kind of grandpa this dad will be, this baby is going to be getting a great one. A TikToker's video showing what happened after she told her parents she's expecting went viral thanks to her father's one-of-a-kind gift. Dad Flies Across The Country.

Many moons ago my family was the victim of a serious crime. The perpetrator was caught by two stellar detectives and after a trial was sent to prison for the better part of 15 years though they were supposed to be in for 25. That person got out and tried to reach out to us to apologize and read something that was prepared but none of us were interested in hearing it.

Sebastian Bach isn't just one of rock's most powerful vocalists and vivacious performers — he's also the foul-mouthed king of pull quotes. Case in point: In a recent conversation with UCR, the famously outspoken singer had a simple message for critics of his left-leaning politics and vocal support of the Democratic Party: "Go fuck yourself."

Ok, sometimes polls are a bit goofy, but for Dads everywhere (me included) this one hit close to home. Call me cheap; it is, what it is. The thermostat at my house in the summer is set typically at 74 degrees and can get moved all the way up to 78 depending on the heat and humidity. And in the winter my house is a crisp and cool 67-68 degrees. I know I'm a monster, right? Well, if that seems high or low to you, then you my friend have never paid a modern gas/electric bill.

Do you ever travel to play any sport? Most of us aren't high-level, elite athletes, but some sports can still require travel. A few years back, I played softball in a town known for its adult softball leagues, and it attracted players from 40+ miles away. Wisconsinites (or Cheeseheads) can...

Dubuque is gearing up for an exciting family-friendly event that not only brings joy to children but also supports a meaningful cause. The Touch A Truck event, hosted by the nonprofit organization Kaden's Kids, is set to take place on October 6th, 2024, from 11 AM to 3 PM at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds. This hands-on experience invites kids and families to get up close and personal with construction equipment, heavy machinery, fire engines, police cars, and much more.

Even though Caitlin Clark is no longer living in the Corn State, corn somehow continues to play a major role in the young rookie's life. The Former Iowa Hawkeye wrapped up her senior year by helping take her team to the NCAA Women's Basketball Finals. Unfortunately, Clark and her teammates did not go out of this historic season champions.

Walmart has started introducing new carts at some of its stores in an effort to attract additional shoppers while also being more accommodating to current customers. What Happened The Last Time Walmart Introduced New Carts. Walmart has been on a bit of a kick to reimagine the design of its...

A small Iowa town had a big scare last week when residents noticed something astray with the water coming out of their faucets as well as the liquid filling their toilets. Imagine, if you can, turning on your tap-water to discover it was Pepto Bismol-pink in color!. It sounds strange,...

It was a lazy Labor Day Monday morning when I was scrolling through Fubo TV trying to find something my girlfriend and I could watch. I stumbled upon a show that's title caught my attention immediately: "Struggle Meals," on a network I never heard of, called Tastemade. I tuned in. I liked what I saw. Then I watched the next four episodes, and there went my morning.

The one and only album Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks made together, 1973's Buckingham Nicks, has long been out of print and never released digitally. But on Oct. 18, singer-songwriters Madison Cunningham and Andrew Bird will release their own reimagined version of the album, titled Cunningham Bird. Produced by Mike...

Talking Heads have announced a Super Deluxe Edition of their debut album, Talking Heads: 77. The three-CD/Blu-ray and four-LP vinyl sets will be available on Nov. 8 and include a remastered version of the original album, a disc of rarities and a disc of live tracks, all previously unreleased from an Oct. 10, 1977, performance at New York's CBGB.

Long-time REO Speedwagon bassist Bruce Hall wanted to return to touring after a difficult recovery from back surgery. He was reportedly told he couldn't because of problems with his posture. Neal Doughty, the group's final remaining original member, had already announced his retirement from the road. Then frontman Kevin Cronin...

The version of Definitely Maybe that made Oasis’ name in 1994 wasn’t the first version of the album. As fans know well, there was a previous and nearly complete set of recordings that were abandoned because the band felt they lacked the vibe they needed to transmit to a waiting world.

When I was in Nashville earlier this year, I noticed a seemingly endless number of pedal pubs making their way around the city. There were groups of people celebrating bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthday parties, graduation parties, divorce parties... pretty much any celebration you can imagine!. Iowa City now has...

Zakk Wylde will launch a tour later this year with Zakk Sabbath, his Black Sabbath cover band featuring bassist Rob "Blasko" Nicholson and drummer Joey Castillo. Zoso, the Led Zeppelin tribute band, and the Iron Maidens, the all-female Iron Maiden tribute band, will serve as supporting acts. The trio's 2024-25...

Former Hawkeye basketball player Connor McCaffery has his first college coaching job. The former Iowa guard and son of Hawkeye men's basketball coach Fran McCaffery has been announced as a new assistant coach for Butler men's basketball and coach Thad Matta according to Hawkeye Nation. McCaffery will be leaving the NBA's Indiana Pacers organization where he served as the basketball development coordinator. The Pacers made it all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals this past season.