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This Middle-Of-Nowhere Eatery In Iowa Serves A Fish Fry Absolutely Worth The Drive

One corner of this restaurant’s original building sits eight inches higher than the other. Locals even gave the lopsided little structure a nickname. That alone earns it a spot on my list. The tilt is only the opening act. The place started as a catfish pond on a family...

Iowa · 3d
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She's Got the Voice, Now She Needs Iowa's Votes!

A Cascade, IA teenager has a shot at singing on one of Nashville's most legendary stages. Find out how you can help Sarah Boyle get there!

Cascade, IA · 1d

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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 · 15h

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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 · 1d

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Karina Longworth will talk Old Hollywood bisexuals at two screenings of classic films in Iowa

Karina Longworth, the writer, film historian and voice behind the podcast You Must Remember This, will be stopping at Varsity Cinema in Des Moines and FilmScene in Iowa City in the days ahead to tour the latest season of the show, titled “The Bisexuals.”. First launched in 2014, You...

Iowa City, IA · 10h

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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 · 12h

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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 · 3d

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12 Iowa Meat Markets Where Families Stock Their Freezers With Bulk Deals

There’s a particular kind of disappointment that comes with opening the freezer at dinnertime and finding little more than ice cubes and a forgotten bag of peas. I’ve had enough of those moments to understand why stocking up on meat sounds so appealing. Fortunately, Iowa has plenty of...

Iowa · 12d

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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 · 5d

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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 · 11d

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4 Things Bald Eagles Do on the Mississippi Every Winter That Iowans Rarely See

On mild winter days, bald eagles stand right on the Mississippi’s ice at Bellevue, pecking at fish. Iowans who drive past the river rarely stop to watch what else they’re doing. Here are the things bald eagles do on the Mississippi every winter. 1. Crowding Below the Dams.

Iowa · 1d

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Seeking a Dylan for the Trump era, Lucinda Williams decided to give it a shot herself: ‘Somebody had to do it’

When the current chapter of political chaos began swirling around us two years ago, famed singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams knew something important was missing. The kind of music that had marked the political activism of her youth was not there. She decided that, as a songwriter, that was a thing she could do something about.

Iowa City, IA · 1d

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Iowa's Fast-Growing City Is A Charming Midwestern Escape With Outdoor Fun And Local Sweet Treats

Iowa is known for its cornfields, massive state fair, and presidential caucuses every 4 years, as well as a literary-themed rest-stop off Interstate 80 that pays homage to Iowa's most famous writers. While it's sometimes overlooked in favor of lakefront Midwestern destinations, there are plenty of stops worth visiting in the Hawkeye State, including Tiffin, a small community just south of Cedar Rapids. Although it's home to just 7,659 people according to World Population Review, it's growing at a steady rate — about 66% since 2020, in fact — and the population is projected to skyrocket to over 12,000 people within the next few years, per Iowa City Press-Citizen. In other words, it's by far the fastest growing community in Johnson County, Iowa.

Tiffin, IA · 1d

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Caitlin Clark Releases Debut Children’s Book Inspired by Her Iowa Childhood Home

Iowa’s own Caitlin Clark added “children’s book author” to her list of accomplishments Tuesday with the release of her debut picture book, EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams.

West Des Moines, IA · 3d

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Call for Union Carolers bookings

LA PORTE CITY – In need of music for a holiday gathering, Christmas party, or church meeting this season? The Union Carolers are now accepting bookings for events throughout eastern Iowa. The Union Carolers are an a cappella ensemble that provide about 20 minutes of holiday music for any...

La Porte City, IA · 1d

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Honor veterans, enjoy music and shop early for the holidays | Dani's Weekend Rundown for Nov. 5-8

Help a great cause. Do some early holiday shopping. Relax with your favorite area musicians. Learn something new about the Quad Cities area. There's plenty to do this weekend. Find it all and more in Dani's Weekend rundown. Have an event you want featured in Dani's Weekend Rundown? Let us...

Iowa City, IA · 1d

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Muscatine Turkey Trot will return for all ages, abilities, of runners, walkers

The annual Muscatine Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Muscatine Municipal Golf Course. Runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to this event hosted by the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Muscatine Running Club, Participants will once again take on the […]

Muscatine, IA · 17h

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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 · 1d

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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 · 1d