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Get in the Holiday Spirit at These Christmas Bars & Restaurants in Iowa
If you could use a whole lot of holiday cheer, check out some of the bars & restaurants in Iowa that will be decked out from top to bottom in lights, trees, ornaments, and other Christmas decor in 2025!

Is Your Grade Schooler Exhausted? Why So Many Iowa Kids Are Short on Sleep
Many middle schoolers, including plenty in Iowa, are not getting the sleep they need. Learn how much rest kids require at each age, five subtle signs your 8th-grader is sleep-deprived, and simple steps parents can take to help.

Which City Wins? Iowa’s Cedar Rapids vs. Nebraska’s Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, Iowa versus Nebraska. Is this even a contest?

Accumulating Snowfall Likely in Eastern Iowa on Saturday
Eastern Iowa bracing for Saturday snow storm.

Study: Iowa Loves Christmas Music and Lands in Top 20 Most Festive States
A new holiday study ranks Iowa the 19th most festive state in the U.S., showing a strong interest in Christmas music while highlighting national trends like Santa hats, Advent calendars, and even The Grinch.

Popular Iowa City Bowling and Arcade Center to Close
The last day to bowl will be this Wednesday.

Put the Phone Down! Police Can Issue Fines January 1st!
New year, new penalties for phone use behind the wheel.

Plant Closures Spark Volatility in Cattle Futures, Iowa Producers on Edge
Cattle futures fell limit-down after news of Tyson plant closures, raising questions about packer capacity, cash bids, and how far cattle prices could drop for producers across the Midwest, including Iowa.

“Not Going To Get To Thanksgiving”: Officials Issue Warning At Busy Illinois Airport
The longest government shutdown in American history has ended, but we're not out of the woods yet.

Illinois’ Best Hole-In-The-Wall Breakfast Spot Will Surprise You
There's something special about those cozy diners where pancakes are bigger than your plate and the coffee flows as freely as the conversation.

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