There are a ton of shows on the schedule for 2024! Here are all of the big concerts and comedy shows in Eastern and Central Iowa that we know of as of May 8th: Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in Iowa using data from Zillow. Gallery Credit: Stacker…There are a ton of shows on the schedule for 2024! Here are all of the big concerts and comedy shows in Eastern and Central Iowa that we know of as of May 8th: Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in Iowa using data from Zillow. Gallery Credit: StackerWW…

I think we would all like to think that no matter which hospital we choose to go to, safety is something we won't have to worry about. But despite their best efforts, all hospitals are not created equal. Since 2021 a company called Leapfrog has released hospital safety ratings twice per year for nearly 3,000 hospitals nationwide. Unfortunately, Iowa ranks near the bottom of safety ratings for U.S. hospitals. The rankings can be found at HospitalSafetyGrade.org. The rankings are gathered on the basics of medical care like handwashing, entering prescriptions in a computer, and the...…I think we would all like to think that no matter which hospital we choose to go to, safety is something we won't have to worry about. But despite their best efforts, all hospitals are not created equal. Since 2021 a company called Leapfrog has released hospital safety ratings twice per year for nearly 3,000 hospitals nationwide. Unfortunately, Iowa ranks near the bottom of safety ratings for U.S. hospitals. The rankings can be found at HospitalSafetyGrade.org. The rankings are gathered on the basics of medical care like handwashing, entering prescriptions in a computer, and the...WW…

CanvaAre you looking for a job in media? Do you live in eastern Iowa? If so we're looking for you too!Townsquare Media in Cedar Rapids and Waterloo are on the hunt for the next great talents. Whether you're fresh out of school or have been in the business for a while we encourage you to apply. We're hiring for a variety of positions such as on-air personality, digital manager, sales associate and so many more. You can be a part of not only a winning team, but a fun one at Townsquare.Townsquare Media is a community-focused digital media, digital marketing, and radio company focused...…CanvaAre you looking for a job in media? Do you live in eastern Iowa? If so we're looking for you too!Townsquare Media in Cedar Rapids and Waterloo are on the hunt for the next great talents. Whether you're fresh out of school or have been in the business for a while we encourage you to apply. We're hiring for a variety of positions such as on-air personality, digital manager, sales associate and so many more. You can be a part of not only a winning team, but a fun one at Townsquare.Townsquare Media is a community-focused digital media, digital marketing, and radio company focused...WW…

Getty Images, CanvaThere are still some shows to look forward to this year! Here are the big concerts and comedy shows in Iowa that have been announced for the remainder of 2023 (as of 10/3/23):The next time you're headed to a concert in Downtown Cedar Rapids, leave a little earlier so you can enjoy one of the awesome local restaurants nearby! Here are the places within walking distance of the Alliant Energy Powerhouse Arena, Theatre Cedar Rapids, and the Paramount Theatre (restaurants near the McGrath Amphitheatre are at the end):Gallery Credit: CourtlinI've eaten at some...…Getty Images, CanvaThere are still some shows to look forward to this year! Here are the big concerts and comedy shows in Iowa that have been announced for the remainder of 2023 (as of 10/3/23):The next time you're headed to a concert in Downtown Cedar Rapids, leave a little earlier so you can enjoy one of the awesome local restaurants nearby! Here are the places within walking distance of the Alliant Energy Powerhouse Arena, Theatre Cedar Rapids, and the Paramount Theatre (restaurants near the McGrath Amphitheatre are at the end):Gallery Credit: CourtlinI've eaten at some...WW…

Getty ImagesIt's been a great day for Iowa college basketball fans. Both the Iowa women and Iowa men have released most of their game times for the upcoming season, along with what television networks they'll be on. There's plenty of streaming services, as well. One in particular.Let's start with the Iowa men.The 2023-24 Iowa men's hoops season will tip off on Tuesday, November 7 (7 p.m.) on BTN+ against North Dakota State. It's one of three BTN+ appearances for Fran McCaffery's team this season. The others will be on November 17 (versus Arkansas State) and on December 29 (versus Northern...…Getty ImagesIt's been a great day for Iowa college basketball fans. Both the Iowa women and Iowa men have released most of their game times for the upcoming season, along with what television networks they'll be on. There's plenty of streaming services, as well. One in particular.Let's start with the Iowa men.The 2023-24 Iowa men's hoops season will tip off on Tuesday, November 7 (7 p.m.) on BTN+ against North Dakota State. It's one of three BTN+ appearances for Fran McCaffery's team this season. The others will be on November 17 (versus Arkansas State) and on December 29 (versus Northern...WW…

According to Forbes' list of the richest people in each state in 2024, Iowa's top earner is a self-made billionaire from the world of agriculture! Meet Harry Stine: Harry Stine got his start in the agriculture business at the ripe old age of five. His father was a Dallas County farmer, so he learned to drive a tractor and pick up straw bales at a very young age. Forbes says that Harry, who was "dyslexic and mildly autistic," became fascinated by seeds as a kid. In 1964, Harry joined his father’s soybean cleaning business, and that's when he...…According to Forbes' list of the richest people in each state in 2024, Iowa's top earner is a self-made billionaire from the world of agriculture! Meet Harry Stine: Harry Stine got his start in the agriculture business at the ripe old age of five. His father was a Dallas County farmer, so he learned to drive a tractor and pick up straw bales at a very young age. Forbes says that Harry, who was "dyslexic and mildly autistic," became fascinated by seeds as a kid. In 1964, Harry joined his father’s soybean cleaning business, and that's when he...WW…

Anamosa Pumpkinfest & Ryan Norlin GIANT Pumpkin Weigh-Off, FacebookThe "Pumpkin Capital of Iowa" will host another fun festival this weekend! Anamosa Pumpkinfest is back for 2023 and there are a TON of activities on the schedule! Here's everything you need to know:Pumpkinfest will take place on Main Street in Anamosa Saturday, October 7th beginning at 8 a.m. A couple of other activities will be happening the following morning on Sunday, October 8th.The Ryan Norlin GIANT Pumpkin Weigh-Off kicks off on Saturday morning at the Lawrence Community Center. It will run from 8 a.m. to noon, but...…Anamosa Pumpkinfest & Ryan Norlin GIANT Pumpkin Weigh-Off, FacebookThe "Pumpkin Capital of Iowa" will host another fun festival this weekend! Anamosa Pumpkinfest is back for 2023 and there are a TON of activities on the schedule! Here's everything you need to know:Pumpkinfest will take place on Main Street in Anamosa Saturday, October 7th beginning at 8 a.m. A couple of other activities will be happening the following morning on Sunday, October 8th.The Ryan Norlin GIANT Pumpkin Weigh-Off kicks off on Saturday morning at the Lawrence Community Center. It will run from 8 a.m. to noon, but...WW…

Another long weekend in Nashville is in the books! Late last week (May 2nd), six of my friends and I headed to Nashville to celebrate my 33rd birthday! Even though it wasn't my first trip to Music City, it was my first visit to the Grand Ole Opry, Opryland Resort, Eric Church's new bar Chief's, Printers Alley, and more! Here's a little breakdown of where we went during our weekend getaway: Taking a trip to Des Moines but don't want to stay in a hotel? You have other options! We took a look at Airbnb to find the highest-rated properties that you can rent during your next...…Another long weekend in Nashville is in the books! Late last week (May 2nd), six of my friends and I headed to Nashville to celebrate my 33rd birthday! Even though it wasn't my first trip to Music City, it was my first visit to the Grand Ole Opry, Opryland Resort, Eric Church's new bar Chief's, Printers Alley, and more! Here's a little breakdown of where we went during our weekend getaway: Taking a trip to Des Moines but don't want to stay in a hotel? You have other options! We took a look at Airbnb to find the highest-rated properties that you can rent during your next...WW…

Google MapsHere is something that you don't hear about every day. The federal government is suing a restaurant in Eastern Iowa. And it turns out the charges they are leveling against that restaurant are troubling and severe.The Des Moines Register reports that the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is suing Los Agaves Inc., the corporate owner of the Los Agaves Mexican Grill in Davenport, Iowa. The EEOC is accusing the company of what it calls "unlawful employment practices on the basis of sex and retaliation," according to the Register. The lawsuit states that in July, the...…Google MapsHere is something that you don't hear about every day. The federal government is suing a restaurant in Eastern Iowa. And it turns out the charges they are leveling against that restaurant are troubling and severe.The Des Moines Register reports that the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is suing Los Agaves Inc., the corporate owner of the Los Agaves Mexican Grill in Davenport, Iowa. The EEOC is accusing the company of what it calls "unlawful employment practices on the basis of sex and retaliation," according to the Register. The lawsuit states that in July, the...WW…

I believe that not just anyone can thrive in the career of law enforcement. It takes someone who understands they are nearly always in the public eye. Their job is to keep us safe, and that in turn makes their job a danger nearly every day. There are over 5,000 police officers in the state of Iowa. But is the Hawkeye state a good place to be in law enforcement? The folks over at Wallet Hub took a look at over 30 different factors and compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia to find out which are the best states to pursue a career in law enforcement. The study looked at a variety...…I believe that not just anyone can thrive in the career of law enforcement. It takes someone who understands they are nearly always in the public eye. Their job is to keep us safe, and that in turn makes their job a danger nearly every day. There are over 5,000 police officers in the state of Iowa. But is the Hawkeye state a good place to be in law enforcement? The folks over at Wallet Hub took a look at over 30 different factors and compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia to find out which are the best states to pursue a career in law enforcement. The study looked at a variety...WW…