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KIOA Email: Des Moines Symphony Decades Back to the ’80s
93.3 KIOA - Iowa
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August 18, 2025
It’s a back-to-back throwback this Labor Day Weekend with the Des Moines Symphony! Pack your picnic and head to Water Works Park for two free, family-friendly concerts. On Saturday, Aug. 30, relive the ‘80s with hits like Billy Joel’s Tell Her...
Des Moines karaoke company sued amid contentious trademark dispute
Atlantic News Telegraph - Iowa
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A Des Moines events disc jockey who responded to a competitor’s legal claims with a string of profane messages saying the company’s product “sucks” is now being sued for trademark infringement. (Documents and text message from U.S. District Court...
Iowa State vs. Kansas State Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for College Football Week 0
Sports Illustrated - New York
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August 18, 2025
Iowa State brings the nation’s top pass defense to Dublin in the Week 0 opener, a unit virtually impenetrable on short routes, while Kansas State counters with muscular, veteran physicality in its trenches. The Wildcats lost their way late last...
Iowa league will bring together several new teams in 2026
Sporting News
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August 19, 2025
The Missouri River Conference will feature some of the top Iowa high school athletic programs starting with the 2026-27 school year. According to a report by Peter Burtnett, Lewis Central High School has voted unanimously to join the league. The...
Iowa firm buys New Hope Hy-Vee store for $18.35M
Finance & Commerce - Minnesota
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August 18, 2025
The Blueprint ExchangeRight buys New Hope Hy-Vee for $18.35M. Sale-leaseback deal: Hy-Vee to rent store for 20 years. Sale equates to ~$198 per sq. ft., per CRV filing. The New Hope Hy-Vee location has been purchased in a sale-leaseback deal for...
Indoor Football League: Iowa Barnstormers earn rookie, first team honors
WOI-DT - Iowa
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August 18, 2025
After the Barnstormers' 2025 campaign, four players were selected to the All-IFL Rookie Team and the league's First Team. DES MOINES, Iowa — The Indoor Football League recently announced league honors featuring several Iowa Barnstormers. After...
New Fanatics Sportsbook Promo: Claim $2,600 in FanCash for College Football Week 0, NFL Today
SportsHandle
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August 18, 2025
The new Fanatics Sportsbook promo offer provides up to $2,600 in FanCash now through October. Sign up today with the Fanatics Sportsbook promo to get a $100 No Sweat Bet for 26 football game day bets between today, Monday, August 18, and October...
Kum & Go brand name begins departure in Des Moines metro
Des Moines Register - Iowa
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The rebranding of Kum & Go stores in the Des Moines metro has begun. Maverik plans to rebrand all Kum & Go locations across 20 states. The erasure of the Kim & Go brand name has reached the former convenience store chain's hometown. At least two...
‘It would bring more people here’: Central Iowa malls adapt to stay relevant
WOI-DT - Iowa
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August 18, 2025
Merle Hay Mall is looking to add a new multi-million dollar sports arena, while Valley West has a potential buyer. DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines City Council moved forward with a measure Monday that could provide the Merle Hay Mall with a...
Which records were broken at the Iowa State Fair this year?
KCCI 8 - Iowa
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August 19, 2025
STACEY. THANK YOU. AMANDA. THE 2025 IOWA STATE FAIR HAS OFFICIALLY WRAPPED, AND THE FINAL ATTENDANCE NUMBERS ARE IN A WHOPPING 1.16 MILLION PEOPLE CAME TO THE STATE FAIR THIS YEAR. LAST YEAR SAW RECORD BREAKING ATTENDANCE FOR THE FAIR. THIS YEAR’S...
Merle Hay Mall plans ice rink and entertainment facilities
KCCI 8 - Iowa
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August 19, 2025
now"> The owners of Merle Hay Mall are making new plans to build an ice HOCKEY rink and entertainment facilities in the mall. And they need a boost from the State to help pay for it. KCCI Senior Reporter Todd Magel is live at Merle Hay Mall with...
Tax law boosts confidence for Iowa manufacturers, leaders tell Iowa Rep. Miller-Meeks
The Gazette - Iowa
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The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. PELLA — Iowa Republican U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks toured two Iowa manufacturers on Monday, where company leaders credited federal tax changes...
University of Iowa Researchers Discover Promising New Target for Treating Rare, Aggressive Childhood Cancer
Bioengineer.org
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August 18, 2025
A groundbreaking study from the University of Iowa has illuminated a previously unrecognized vulnerability in Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor (MPNST), a rare and relentlessly aggressive form of childhood cancer. Researchers uncovered that...
Joni Ernst addresses state fair reflections and federal policy issues in new social media posts
Sioux City Times - Iowa
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August 18, 2025
Joni Ernst, U.S. Senator representing Iowa, posted a series of updates on August 18, 2025, addressing topics ranging from local events to federal policy concerns.In a post made at 3:04 p.m. UTC, Ernst reflected on the conclusion of a local event:...
The Spread is Out for South Dakota's Wk1 Game at Iowa State
ESPN 102.3FM/AM - South Dakota
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August 18, 2025
The South Dakota Coyotes have plenty of expectations on the football field this Fall, and it all begins in just a few short weeks in Ames, Iowa. The Yotes have several marquee returners on the roster, including Quarterback Aidan Bouman and Running...
Recent Iowa High School Playoff Qualifier Not Fielding Team
Sports Illustrated - New York
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August 17, 2025
The Iowa high school football season is just days away. But for one team, they will not compete at the varsity level in 2025. Lone Tree High School has opted for a junior varsity-only schedule this coming fall, according to a report by The Cedar...
Where does USA TODAY Sports rank UNC-TCU football in Week 1 games?
BlueRidgeNow.com - North Carolina
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North Carolina and TCU will play in a nationally televised game on Labor Day night to end Week 1. UNC finished 6-7 last season leading to Mack Brown's firing, while TCU went 9-4. The game will be the first for UNC under new coach Bill Belichick....
These Are The Least Popular Items at Iowa McDonald’s
US 104.9 - Iowa
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August 18, 2025
At the time of writing this, McDonald’s has over 41,000 restaurants. This list comes from Cheapism and, of course, from customers who are willing to give their feedback.. According to employees and online chatter, these five things earn their...
Iowa women's basketball coaches to appear at today's Chicago Cubs game
Hawk Central - Iowa
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In a 2025 offseason full of travels for Iowa women's basketball head coach Jan Jensen and Hawkeyes legend Lisa Bluder, the duo will add another stop at historic Wrigley Field as the Chicago Cubs get set to host the MLB-leading Milwaukee Brewers...
Media Day At NCC
KIWA Radio - Iowa
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August 18, 2025
Monday was media day at Northwest Iowa Community College. As NCC Athletics continues to grow the men’s and women’s soccer programs were highlighted along with the shooting sports program. Tre Thomas will head up both the men’s and women’s soccer...