Summer is the perfect time to hit the open road. And in Iowa, there’s always somewhere unique to explore. From man made marvels and haunted historic sites to record-breaking roadside attractions and more, the state…
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There’s nothing quite like Christmas in Pella, Iowa! With a town square that’s straight out of a Hallmark movie and quaint, Dutch touches abound, this southern Iowa community is probably most well-known for its Tulip…
Rural Iowa may not immediately come to mind when conjuring images of communities that embrace the arts. But Mason City, Iowa is out to prove that assumption wrong.
Before I moved to Des Moines, I had never been to a state fair before. Sure, I grew up just one state east in Illinois, but we lived close enough to the city that agricultural contests and friends in 4H were never part of my reality. Then I relocated to Iowa and was introduced to the Iowa State Fair.
For nine days every summer, the central Iowa skies fill with colorful hot air balloons as part of Indianola’s National Balloon Classic. This annual festival is one of my favorites and draws thousands of balloonists…
There’s plenty to discover in rural Iowa! In the western part of the state, you’ll find all sorts of things to do in Manning, Iowa, from places full of local history to delicious dining options…
When was the last time you explored rural Iowa? There’s lots going on in the state’s smallest communities, from thriving Main Streets to innovative agriculture operations. For instance, you’ll find no shortage of things to do…
As I was organizing some files and cleaning off old memory cards, I happened to stumble upon these photos from a trip earlier this summer of a tree in the middle of the road near Brayton, Iowa…
The world’s largest thing that began my obsession may have called neighboring Nebraska home. But Albert the World’s Largest Bull in Audubon, Iowa will always have a special place in my heart.
Summer is the perfect time for a weekend getaway. And if you’re looking for an Iowa adventure, look no further than the Cedar Valley. You’ll find plenty of things to do in Cedar Falls, Iowa…