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12/01/2018

When traveling, be aware of current and forecast weather conditions. It is best to avoid traveling when weather advisories are issued. Here are some additional tips:

A Winter Storm is expected to impact parts of western Iowa Wednesday night and Thursday, with a Winter Storm Watch currently in effect for Monona and Harrison Counties in the KJAN listening area. T…

11/01/2018

Cold storm bands with howling winds are coursing across Nebraska into Iowa, slowing the light traffic to a crawl in some locations.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Cold storm bands with howling winds are coursing across Nebraska into Iowa, slowing the light traffic to a crawl in some locations. Schools and businesses in both states announce…

10/01/2018

Farming is the heart of Iowa, and growers and producers from across the state have the opportunity to share ideas on how agricultural diversity can help rejuvenate rural communities.

Farming is the heart of Iowa, and growers and producers from across the state have the opportunity to share ideas on how agricultural diversity can help rejuvenate rural communities. Practical Farm…

08/01/2018

Ryan Maue of weather.us, tweeted that meteorologists will be watching the "bomb" cyclone explode off the New England coast. So what exactly is a "bomb cyclone?"

05/01/2018

Two new ice rinks will allow residents to skate for free in Des Moines suburbs this winter.

04/01/2018

More than 1 million Girl Scouts sell about 200 million boxes of cookies each cookie selling season, generating about $800 million.

03/01/2018

In the right setting, with the right expectations of civility, I find that people will behave with a desire to understand the other.

02/01/2018

Music, arts, nightlife and more.

29/12/2017

You'll need a warm, comfy spot with unobstructed views of TVs — and plenty of snacks, beer and beverages.

27/12/2017

At the end of each year, we take stock of who we are. According to a new poll, "being a better person" tied for most popular New Year's resolution for 2018.

26/12/2017

The viewing options through Christmas and New Year's are frankly dizzying:

The viewing options through Christmas and New Year's are frankly dizzying. We're here to help!

22/12/2017

The building boom that has defined Des Moines since the recession will continue in the new year.

21/12/2017

There's sure to be something to satisfy your holiday cravings.

20/12/2017

Family-friendly entertainment for central Iowa.

19/12/2017

Each year over 250,000 people injure themselves due to winter sports, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

18/12/2017

Here are some tips on how to declutter your digital history.

14/12/2017

Don't get caught wishing someone Happy New Year's.

13/12/2017

Try these scenic Iowa winter hikes to cure the bloat of the indoor holidays.

12/12/2017

Living in the Midwest, we are familiar with the snow removal chores that accompany winter. However every year thousands of people visit the emergency room or doctor’s office due to snow removal related injuries.

11/12/2017

It was chosen for its blend of southern barbecue, Midwestern charm, and because guests can stay at the attached inn.

08/12/2017

Your go-to holiday guide for all things music and arts tickets.

07/12/2017

The event returns to Des Moines next summer.

06/12/2017

It's known for this frozen dessert treat and over 50 sculptures of it.

05/12/2017

Explore the drawings of Mark Marturello as he brings famous Iowans to life in his latest illustration.

04/12/2017

With the holiday season in full swing, it’s a great time of year to focus on giving back.

01/12/2017

The days are shorter and there is a serious lack of sunshine time. You leave and come home in the dark and being deprived of your duvet doesn’t bare thinking about. Don’t settle for the winter blues just yet though; here are seven great ways to make sure you stay happy and motivated during these colder months!

The days are shorter and there is a serious lack of sunshine time. You leave and come home in the dark and being deprived of your duvet doesn’t bare thinking about. Don’t settle for the winter blues just yet though; here are seven great ways to make sure you stay happy and motivated during these […]

30/11/2017

The best way to lose those unwanted pounds is to leave them behind at the buffet table in the first place.

29/11/2017

The Old DUFFERs (Dads Using Fine Farm Equipment Remembering) is a loosely organized group that roams from farm to farm for nothing but good conversation, tractor gossip and zero responsibilities.

28/11/2017

The Fort Des Moines Museum and Education Center, honoring milestones in racial and gender equality in the military, may be forced to shut down next year if it doesn't find financial backing.

27/11/2017

Des Moines is full of history, and sometimes that history is told through the food we eat. This downtown building was the first to be inducted into the National Register of Historic Places in March 1982. And this restaurant is helping to celebrate the building's 125th year in existence.