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L.J. Maasdam's Wheel Art located in a field near Grinnell, Iowa

L.J. Maasdam’s Wheel Art near Grinnell, Iowa

I wasn’t quite sure what to expect when I found an entry about L.J. Maasdam’s wheel art on Roadside America. Most of the photos were small and showed very little of what the sculpture actually looks like, but on a whim, we got off the highway. And I’m here to let you know: it’s better than you could imagine in person…

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Offbeat Things to Do in Salina, Kansas

You’ll find lots of unexpected hidden gems as you travel along Kansas I-70, and Salina, Kansas is no exception. This Kansas community is brimming with creativity and a vibrant public art scene that you’d expect to find…

World's Largest Popcorn Ball in Sac City, Iowa

The World’s Largest Popcorn Ball in Sac City, Iowa

While it’s a little tricky to see through the glare of the window, this tiny shed in Sac City, Iowa houses the world’s largest ball of popcorn. Fun fact: this 2,175-population town is home to the Noble Popcorn Farms, “one of the finest popcorn growing areas in the world” according to the company’s website…