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North Iowa author puts local restaurants on the map
A North Iowa author hopes her latest book gives people a reason to try a new restaurant—and explore the community around it. Sarah Broers, who lives between Mason City and Rockwell, is the author of Unique Eats and Eateries of Iowa. She says the book focuses on the people and stories behind the food. Two Hampton businesses made the book: B&C Kitchen and God Fuel.
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You’ll Feel Like You’ve Walked Into The Music Man At This Recreated Iowa Town Square
One moment you’re walking through an Iowa museum, and the next you’re standing on a recreated street that looks ready for a scene from The Music Man. At Music Man Square in Mason City, storefronts, signs, and period details recreate the small-town atmosphere that helped make Meredith Willson’s beloved musical feel so distinctly Midwestern.
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Meet Taco from Last Hope Animal Rescue!
Amanda Rushton from Last Hope Animal Rescue introduces Taco, a lovable 7-year-old bulldog mix looking for his forever family. Plus, get all the details on Barks & Brew, an upcoming fundraiser supporting the rescue on Saturday, Oct. 10, in Guthridge Park.
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This Iowa Shop Is A Treasure Hunt Of Vintage Toys, Retro Games, And Childhood Nostalgia
The familiar Nintendo beeps reached me before I had even finished looking around. A few steps later, I was staring at an action figure that looked suspiciously like one I had lost decades ago. That pretty much ended any hope of a quick visit. Every shelf seemed to trigger another...
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Folk duo juni + betty to play Mason City's Artoberfest fundraiser
MASON CITY, Iowa — The Charles H. MacNider Art Museum will host its annual Artoberfest fundraiser on October 23. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets cost $50 and can be purchased at the museum or on its website. The event is open to guests 21 and older. The fundraiser...
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City of Cedar Falls Earns 'High Flyer' Bird-Friendly Community Honors
Cedar Falls is soaring as the city earns the 'High Flyer' Bird-Friendly Community award!. Presented by Bird Friendly Iowa (part of the Bird City Network), Cedar Falls has maintained its bird-friendly community status since 2019. The city is now proud to add the 'High Flyer' accolade to this designation. According to the Bird City Network, this acclaim is presented to communities that go 'above and beyond for birds, including protected habitats such as native plants in public landscaping and education'.
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Cedar Rapids neighborhood grocery store announces closure
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — As he often does, Ben Anderson made a stop Wednesday at his neighborhood grocery store, but this time with a heavy heart. Matthew 25, the nonprofit operating Cultivate Hope Corner Store, announced Sept. 30, 2026, that it will be closing its doors on Dec. 18.
Hometown Current
Senior dining menus, Oct. 5-9, Marengo, Belle Plaine, North English and Millersburg
Belle Plaine and Marengo Marengo Senior Dining, located at 1083 Court Ave. in Marengo, serves meals to seniors at noon daily. In Belle Plaine, meals are served at 1309 Fifth Ave. To sign up for the programs, call Ginny at 319-444-3135. For delivery or to make a reservation, call 319-444-3135 in Belle Plaine or 319-642-5817 in Marengo. Monday, Oct. 5: pizza burger, French fries, corn, pears, protein bar. Tuesday, Oct. 6: chicken and noodles, cauliflower, peaches, bread and butter. Wednesday, Oct. 7: pork loin, party potato, carrots, tropical fruit, bread and butter. Thursday, Oct. 8: sweet and sour chicken, rice, island blend, apricots, bread and butter. Friday, Oct. 9: loose meat sandwich, tater tots, Brussels sprouts, fruited Jell-O. North English, Millersburg Senior meals are served at noon in North English and Millersburg. Call one day ahead for reservations and for carry-out, 319-664-3283. Meals are subject to change. Monday, Oct. 5: chicken patty on a bun, vegetables, fruit, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 6: chili, cornbread, fruit, milk. Wednesday, Oct. 7: pork loin, potatoes, vegetables, fruit, dessert, milk. Thursday, Oct. 8: closed. Friday, Oct. 9: cook’s choice, vegetables, fruit, milk.
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Festive Farmstead's Halloween Musical Light Show
Watch Festive Farmstead come alive with thousands of lights synchronized to Halloween music! Park and tune in to our FM station, and enjoy the show from your vehicle, or watch from our outdoor viewing area. This even is family-friendly and completely FREE! No hayride ticket is needed to enjoy the light show.
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Ward Opens DCM Fitness in Manchester
A new gym/physical fitness center opens in Manchester today. DCM Fitness is located on the southwest edge of town in the commercial subdivision at 1101 Commercial Court. Owner Will Ward is a Manchester native and 2023 West Delaware graduate. He says he was still in high school when the idea of creating his own gym started.
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Falliday Market returns to Marion’s Lowe Park on Saturday
MARION, Iowa — The annual Falliday Market will return to Lowe Park on Saturday, bringing dozens of vendors, food trucks and seasonal goods to Marion. The free event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lowe Park, 4500 N. 10th St. It is hosted by the Marion Parks and Recreation Department.
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Nashua-Plainfield Homecoming Week 2026; Parade Friday (Oct. 2) Afternoon
It’s Homecoming Week for Nashua-Plainfield Schools. This year’s theme is Taking Over the Stars, a reference to the Huskies’ homecoming football opponent, the Starmont Stars. Junior Emeri McCumber says the Homecoming Spirit will be on display before Friday night’s game. Junior Natalie Feldman looks to “reboot”...
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Hampton-Dumont-CAL homecoming festivities continue Friday
Hampton-Dumont-CAL homecoming festivities continue Friday with a parade beginning at 12:50 p.m., followed by a community pep rally in the high school competition gym. The pep rally will air on 104.9 KLMJ beginning around 1:15 p.m. Coronation will take place during the community pep rally. This year’s homecoming court includes...
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Local independent grocery store to close at the end of the year
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The northwest Cedar Rapids community is losing its local grocery store. The Cultivate Hope Corner Store says it is closing on December 18. The grocery store operated by nonprofit Matthew 25 says the store is no longer financially sustainable, even with strong community support. The...