Historic Draft Class Adds to Kirk Ferentz’s Lasting Iowa Legacy
More Hawkeyes were drafted than ever before, reinforcing Iowa’s reputation as an NFL pipeline under Kirk Ferentz.
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One of the Midwest’s Biggest Flea Markets is Happening in Iowa This Weekend
2026 marks the 50th anniversary of Iowa's iconic What Cheer Flea Market, and the first market of the year is coming up this weekend at the Keokuk County Fairgrounds!
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Courtlin Explores the Cedar Valley 2026 — Part Four [PHOTOS]
On Sunday morning, I completed month four of my 2026 new year's resolution to try new restaurants in the Cedar Valley! We went to a Waterloo restaurant for brunch in April!
Former Hawkeye’s No. 57 Draft Slot Comes With a Delicious Bonus
Being selected 57th overall came with a tasty bonus for former Iowa center Logan Jones.
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All the Big Events Happening in Eastern Iowa in May 2026 [LIST]
We've put together a list of things to do in the Corridor & Cedar Valley, as well as other big events across Eastern Iowa... and beyond!
Iowa’s ‘Ag Gag’ Law Gets Federal Support
Modern issues call for modern solutions.
A New Cheese Festival is Happening in Eastern Iowa This Fall
This week, we got word that a new food festival is headed to the Quad Cities this November. Get ready for the first ever FESTIVAL OF CHEESE!
Fans Invited to Iowa Hawkeyes Spring Practice on Saturday
Hawkeye fans can get their first look at this year's Iowa football team on Saturday.
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2026 Mother’s Day Brunch & Other Events for Moms in Eastern Iowa [LIST]
Mother's Day 2026 is coming up on Sunday, May 10th! Check out a list of restaurants offering Mother's Day brunch, as well as other Mother's Day weekend events in the Corridor, the Cedar Valley, Dubuque, and surrounding cities!
New Iowa Tax Passes for 'Nicotine Users,' Funds Cancer Research
Iowa passes new tax on vaping and nicotine pouches, increasing costs and funding cancer research programs beginning in 2027.