The Iowa State Fair opens its 11-day run today in Des Moines. Fair spokesperson Mindy Williamson says a big change this year allows you to bring in your own drinks. “You can now bring in your beverages excluding alcohol. You cannot bring in alcohol, but if you want to bring in your water, iced tea, […]
Cedar Rapids marks progress 5 years after derecho
Cedar Rapids marked the five-year anniversary today of the derecho that did tremendous damage — including ripping away some two-thirds of