How beautiful Red Haw State Park is when it blooms
NOTE: Red Haw State Park is open again after damage from the March 5th, 2022 tornado. There was extensive damage to the park and especially…
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The most famous Iowan you’ve probably never heard of.
It’s likely that you’ve never heard the name Frank Gotch. That’s ok, you’re not the only one. But it’s time to get acquainted because every…
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Swing Bridge at Riverside Park in Coon Rapids
Is it a suspension bridge or a swing bridge? or both? I think it’s both. And I think it’s fun. Kids (and some adults like…
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A trip to Jester Park with Iron Man
My nephew had a photography assignment that was due for school. I offered to take him out for various landscape and possibly wildlife photos and…
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The Dinky Diner in Decatur City
The bottom of the menu at the Dinky Diner reads “Serving 300… 35 at a time”. And 35 would be a completely packed house. Of…
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5 places to catch spring in Des Moines
Are you looking for spring in Des Moines? Check out these 5 locations in Des Moines where you can catch spring.
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How to know when Pella’s tulips are in bloom
Every spring, Iowans start watching the calendar and the weather… waiting for one thing: tulip season in Pella. Warmer temperatures, greener landscapes, and thousands of…
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How to have the Pella tulips all to yourself
Have you ever wanted the Pella tulips all to yourself? No crowds, no other visitors… just you and the tulips? I’ve been to Pella many…
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Did your school have a fire escape like this?
Even though your old school may have had a fire escape like this, it’s doubtful that your school exists today. When I post photos of…
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Ruth Anne Dodge Memorial
Sometimes referred to as the Black Angel, its actual title is the Ruth Anne Dodge Memorial. It’s dedicated to the wife of General Grenville Dodge…
