Guest Post

Artificial Christmas trees are convenient, but for some families, they fall short. There is something special about the family tradition of going to a tree farm and choosing that special tree to put in your home, trim, and transform into the perfect Christmas tree. Additionally, real trees are renewable and recyclable without the non-biodegradable plastics…

As Christmas approaches, the holiday spirit begins to seep into every aspect of life, truly creating the most wonderful time of the year for those who love to celebrate. Buying presents, receiving gifts, putting up the tree, seeing Christmas lights, sharing quality time with friends and family, and participating in family and community traditions are…

The holiday season brings light to many in various ways, regardless of which holidays they celebrate and how they celebrate them. The literal light that comes into the world during the holidays is certainly among the most special parts of celebrations. Whether you want to take your kids to see holiday lights, go with a…

Guest post from Tyler Redenbaugh. “It’s the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen.” – John Wooden Democrats have been guilty of not doing the little things here in Iowa. From not bringing our values and campaigns to the smallest cities of Iowa to not giving campaign staff the training and…

As the pumpkin spice craving fades with autumn waning and winter on the horizon, beer enthusiasts get ready to enjoy the warmth that comes with winter beers, leaving its summer lagers and session IPAs behind. Big-bodied winter beers typically come with various spices that comfort the body and soul, like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Some…

In the northwest corner of Iowa, about halfway between Sioux City and Fort Dodge, close to 10,000 locals and Iowa residents from afar flock to one of the best Christmas attractions in the state each year: Santa’s Castle in Storm Lake.  Gordon Linge’s Santa’s Workshop was the first incarnation of Santa’s Castle, which has been…

Iowa is famous for quality beef, which you can find in great burger spots all around the state. It’s easy to find the popular ones in and around Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa’s other large cities, but finding an awesome burger in Iowa’s small towns is a little trickier … unless you know where…

A short distance from the Mississippi River near the small town of Walcott off exit 284 of Interstate 80, you’ll find the world’s largest truck stop—Iowa 80. The Iowa 80 Truckstop, built in 1964, is three times the size of the average truckstop and sprawls more than 220 acres. It has a huge main building,…

Since 2007, Record Store Day occurs each year on one Saturday in April and every Black Friday after Thanksgiving. This celebration of independent record stores and their distinctive culture seeks to bring together fans and artists, especially those who want vinyl. Record Store Day is now a worldwide event that includes special vinyl and CD…

Iowa is famous for its charming small towns and farms, home to beautiful rolling hills and picturesque prairies. But Iowa is also home to a strong entrepreneurial spirit, which we find both in the farms and fields and in cities. Innovative Iowans have given us everything from trampolines and Pinterest to enjoy in our off…