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Butter Sculptures, Pig Races, and Cheese Curds: The Magic of a Midwestern State Fair
For some, midwestern state fairs are a lot like ice skaters, in that they don’t pay them any mind outside of a week or two every four years. The... Read More
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The Iowa State Fair Has Goat Yoga, a 600-pound Cow Made of Butter, and 69 Different Foods on a Stick
Apple pie on a stick, chicken in a waffle on a stick, peanut butter and jelly on a stick, and deep fried pecan pie topped with caramel and bacon – ... Read More
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Adorable Baby Rhino Calf Named Kamara Makes Her Debut at Des Moines Zoo
Welcome to the world, baby Kamara!The newest addition to the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa, is a female eastern black rhinoceros calf who was born... Read More
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The 10 Best U.S. Cities for Eating Out on a Budget
Trying new foods is an essential part of going on vacation — but, if you’re not careful, it can also be a big money drain.Luckily for hungry travelers,... Read More
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Winter Storm Causes Post-Thanksgiving Travel Nightmare with Thousands of Flight Cancellations and Car Crashes (Video)
Thanksgiving travel became even more hectic than usual on Sunday as a massive winter storm complicated transportation.The storm impacted states across... Read More
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These U.S. Cities Are Paying People Thousands of Dollars to Move There
This story originally appeared on BusinessInsider.com. Major American cities like New York and San Francisco have little trouble finding workers to fill... Read More
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These Are the States That Just Raised Their Gas Taxes Ahead of July 4th
Seven U.S. states raised their gas taxes on Sunday ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, while gas prices for the season are expected to be the highest... Read More
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You Can Now Spend the Night at the Iconic 'Field of Dreams' House
Live out your baseball dreams just like Ray Kinsella.The iconic set from the movie “Field of Dreams” was built on the century-old Lansing family farm in... Read More
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These Are the 10 Best U.S. Cities for Singles Right Now
Whether you’re looking for love or just want other singles to mingle with on Valentine’s Day, you want a hometown whose opportunities are economic,... Read More
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Some Soulless Baseball Hater Destroyed the 'Field of Dreams'
Apparently, if you build it, he will just come and destroy it.Kevin Costner fans out there probably remember the film "Field of Dreams" from 1989... Read More
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Forget a Fancy Hotel — Sleeping in a Barn Is Where It's At
Scrolling through Instagram, you might think travel has become all about visiting dreamy destinations like Bali and Iceland, but according to a new... Read More
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Watch cute animals in real time without leaving your desk
This story originally appeared on RealSimple.com. Tigers and bears and owls—oh my! With more than 100 cameras placed at locations around the world,... Read More
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Electric Concrete at Airports Could Save Us All From Winter Flight Delays
Every winter, icy and snowy runways cause hundreds of delays — or even cancelations — at airports across the country. But researchers at Iowa State may... Read More
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The Best Cheap Eats in Every State
Getting to try incredible food while traveling doesn’t have to cost you a fortune.Travel + Leisure spoke to Ali Khan, food blogger and host of ... Read More
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The 10 Best Places to Get Married If You Don't Want to Spend a Lot of Money
This story originally appeared on businessinsider.com.The average American wedding costs $35,329 — the highest it's ever been. Related: I... Read More