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DNR to recap hunting seasons, discuss possible rule changes at March 5 public meeting
TOLEDO — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings where local staff provide updates on recently completed hunting seasons, discuss possible changes to hunting rules and regulations and address other topics as requested. Locally, the Iowa DNR will be at the Tama...
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Iowa’s Hidden Fine-Dining Favorite Has Locals Lining Up for Dinner Reservations
Tucked away in Des Moines, Iowa, Simon’s has become the dining destination that everyone is talking about. This polished bistro serves up American and Italian classics that keep locals coming back for more, and reservations fill up fast. With a 4.8-star rating from nearly 1,900 reviews, it’s clear that...
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Where to find Cajun, Creole food to celebrate Mardi Gras in Des Moines
In central Iowa, a wave of Cajun and Creole flavor is transforming Des Moines into an unexpected hub of Southern celebration — one that channels the spirit of Mardi Gras and the lively chaos of carnival season. Across the metro, restaurants are infusing their menus with Gulf Coast heat, festive color and the kind of soulful cooking that turns an ordinary meal into a party. At Bubba, richly layered dishes like blackened shrimp Cajun pasta and mahi mahi étouffée set the tone, while Buzzard Billy’s brings a full‑blown New Orleans vibe with jambalaya, blackened catfish, fried alligator tail and cocktails bold enough for Bourbon Street. Johnston’s Cajun Belle delivers drive-thru comfort with gumbo and boudin balls straight from its Southeast Texas roots, and Flying Mango keeps the carnival spirit alive with smoky, spicy creations made famous on national TV. Even Jethro’s and Laughing Crab join the parade, proving that in Des Moines, Cajun flavor isn’t just food, it’s a celebration. Laissez les bons temps rouler. Bubba Southern Comforts Bubba brings a taste of the American South to the urban core of Des Moines, wrapping diners in a warm, lived‑in elegance that feels both polished and deeply familiar. The dining room
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This smokin' hot Luther restaurant named one of best in U.S.
On some weekends, Whatcha Smokin? BBQ + Brew draws more people than the entire population of Luther, Iowa — just 125 residents in this tiny town north of Madrid in Central Iowa. Customers start lining up at 10:30 a.m., sometimes earlier, waiting for the doors to open at 11 a.m. Cars, trucks, and motorcycles pack the gravel parking lot, spill into the one next door, and eventually line the streets. Inside, diners gather around tables in the garage-style dining room, where rolled-up doors and mosquito netting let in fresh air in the warmer months. Others grab seats at the small bar to catch a game on wall-mounted TVs. Outside, picnic tables on the shaded patio beckon, or customers wander over to the overflow seating, and orders are taken from a grain bin turned counter. Many leave with carryout boxes of central Texas-style barbecue that makes Whatcha Smokin? a statewide destination. This week, the Central Texas-style barbecue restaurant in Luther made national news: Along with 38 other restaurants, Whatcha Smokin? BBQ + Brews has been included in the 2026 USA TODAY Restaurants of the Year list . How we did it: Inside look at how USA TODAY chose its Restaurants of
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Movies and TV shows casting in Des Moines
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
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The Legendary Ice Cream Shop In Iowa Where You Can Still Eat For Under $12
In the heart of Prairie City, Iowa, there exists a culinary time capsule where your wallet can breathe easy while your stomach fills with delight. Goldie’s Ice Cream Shoppe might sound like a place solely dedicated to frozen treats, but locals know it harbors some of the most affordable and mouthwatering comfort food in the entire Hawkeye State.
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Cook it yourself at KPOT Korean BBQ and Hot Pot
Tucked between a Nike store and a bar is KPOT Korean BBQ and Hot Pot. If you drive too quickly, you might miss it, but this all-you-can-eat restaurant in West Des Moines is a must-try for anyone in the larger Des Moines area. I have been going since it opened,...
We Are Iowa
Raising Cane's location sues landlord who is trying to evict restaurant over smell of chicken
We Are Iowa
Steve Martin and Martin Short bringing comedy show to Des Moines this fall
DES MOINES, Iowa — "Back by popular demand," Steve Martin and Martin Short are returning to the Civic Center this fall, according to Des Moines Performing Arts. Bringing their legendary friendship and laughs to Des Moines on Sunday, Oct. 11, DMPA describes their humor as often subversive, but always a "joyous self-deprecating romp."
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3 Time Grammy Award Winner Coming to Ames
Jelly Roll, Post Malone and Carter Faith are scheduled for a tour stop in the MidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, on Friday, July 17, 2026. Tickets are available Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. to the general public. Musician Jelly Roll received a total of three...