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Go Batty: October is Bat Appreciation Month
October is Bat Appreciation Month, and these winged creatures offer valuable benefits to the environment and economy.
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At Cargill strike rally, workers say company ignores them
At Thursday’s rally at Cargill Corn Milling in Cedar Rapids, where around 100 Teamsters-affiliated workers have been on a Cargill strike since Oct. 1, workers talked about the disrespect they say they’ve gotten from their company during negotiations.
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The 11 scariest haunted houses in Iowa
Tis the season for fear! To put the spook in this spooky season, check out this list of some of the scariest haunted houses in Iowa.
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Explore 10 of the best pumpkin patches in Iowa
Nothing says fall more than a visit to a local pumpkin patch. Check out this list of pumpkin patches to visit all around the state.
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Wondering where to see fall colors in Iowa? Check out our guide
Now is the time to check out the fall colors displayed across Iowa. Here are some of the best leaf-peeping spots.
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Attack on LGBTQ+ student group enabled by Iowa’s anti-LGBTQ+ bills
Linn-Mar’s LGBTQ+ student group was attacked at the school’s homecoming parade. Here’s why the Iowa Legislature is on the hook.
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What problem is Iowa’s new school attendance policy addressing?
A new school attendance policy in Iowa is causing some confusion, and doesn’t seem to address the cause of the problem it wants to solve.
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Celebrate Shop Iowa Day with exclusive deals & promotions
Shop Iowa Day is coming up on October 9. Learn about the initiative and all the deals that come with it.
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Iowa’s 10 most Instagram-worthy state parks
The Iowa DNR recently highlighted 10 state parks that get the most love on Instagram.
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Guess which 2 Iowa colleges dominate in national rankings?
Two Iowa universities shine in annual U.S. News rankings, leading in nursing, writing, value, and graduation rates.
