History
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Biking over the Boone Scenic Valley Railroad bridge?!
If you think Iowa is flat, you’ve never ridden the Boone Scenic Valley Railroad. Director Mike Wendel explains how the tracks were almost completely lost in 1983 but saved by Boone residents. He also tells how you can enjoy the railroad in open air cars, with dinner, or even on specialized bikes that go over…
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Orange City VS Pella: which Tulip Festival Reigns Supreme? We asked Orange City!
What is the The Orange City Tulip Festival? Executive Committee Promo Chair, Jennie Droog gives us an overlook at the event, food, and festivities. She also tells us about their obsession over authentic period-accurate costumes. We also ask about the Pella Tulip Festival and why Iowa has two Tulip Festivals? Are there secret cage matches?…
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Native Americans and French territory? This week marks Iowa statehood.
Iowa has quite the past and tomorrow (December 28th) marks the anniversary of Iowa becoming the 29th state in the Union. Most Iowans don’t know about Iowa’s wild history, what role the French played, honey wars, and why Iowa has always been a “flyover” state. Leo Landis, State Curator, State Historical Society of Iowa shares all…
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Jewish Leader in Iowa Condemns Local Hamas Support
Hamas’ slaughter of innocent Israeli citizens and Jews is enough evil for a lifetime, but pro-Hamas protests in Iowa have the local Jewish population noticeably concerned, saddened and sick. As state and city leaders rally around our Jewish friends and neighbors, now’s the time to stand up, and speak against this evil, says Jarad Bernstein,…
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A skirmish with Missouri and hidden orbs? What are the Villages of Van Buren?
You may have heard of The Villages of Van Buren, but what is it exactly? Is it a town? A county? An entertainment destination? Not quite. Emily Starnes, the executive director, explained the background of the area, and told the story of when Missouri threatened to invade Iowa over honey trees. (Iowa won) The Villages…