There’s big excitement over tiny turtles in central Iowa. A new program pairs the Iowa DNR, Iowa State University and Des Moines’ Blank Park Zoo to raise what are known as Blanding’s turtles, a species native to Iowa that’s classified as globally endangered. Chris Eckles, the zoo’s chief engagement officer, says trained ISU students have […]
One-day exhibit and lecture explores the history of baseball in Iowa
Baseball lovers and history buffs will get a double-play in Des Moines next week. Hoyt Sherman Place will host an extensive
