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Eco-conscious Iowa energy bar company expanding
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Eco-conscious Iowa energy bar company expandingThis 'you-bake' nutrition bar dough company with roots in Iowa has expanded to over 200 Hy-Vee stores in eight states. - Development
Meet the team working to turn around Des Moines' urban neighborhoods
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Meet the team working to turn around Des Moines' urban neighborhoodsRally Cap Properties breathes new life into distressed, dilapidated and vacant homes in neighborhoods close to downtown Des Moines. - News
Find Iowa MLK Day 2019 celebrations near you
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Find Iowa MLK Day 2019 celebrations near youA number of free events and other benefits celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. start this weekend. Find one near you. - Arts
Shutdown: Des Moines Symphony offering free tickets
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Shutdown: Des Moines Symphony offering free ticketsAs the government shutdown continues, the Des Moines Symphony offers free entry for impacted federal workers. - Entertainment
Bill Riley Jr. to join Iowa's rock hall of fame
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Bill Riley Jr. to join Iowa's rock hall of fameWere you one of the thousands of Iowans to compete in the Bill Riley Talent Search? - Music
Check out the Juice Side Sessions performances
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Check out the Juice Side Sessions performancesSee previous Juice Side Session performances by local artists. - Music
What led to Ozzy Osbourne biting the bat in Iowa
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What led to Ozzy Osbourne biting the bat in IowaDrugs, theatrics and a sour meeting with a record label culminated in one of rock music's most infamous concert moments. - Iowa State Fair
Iowa history: Photos of Iowa State Fair talent show president Bill Riley Jr.
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Iowa history: Photos of Iowa State Fair talent show president Bill Riley Jr.Bill Riley Jr. joins his father as a member of the Iowa Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame. Both are Iowa State Fair legends. - News
Shelter: Vet tried to euthanize puppy, but then he woke up
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Shelter: Vet tried to euthanize puppy, but then he woke upRudolph was designated to be killed because of a full shelter. When he woke up, another Iowa rescue saved him. - Dining
R Taco in West Des Moines is changing its name
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R Taco in West Des Moines is changing its nameThe restaurant will be celebrating its name change back to Rusty Taco all weekend with $2 tacos. - News
Iowa lottery: Winner bought $1 million ticket
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Iowa lottery: Winner bought $1 million ticketA lucky person purchased a $1 million winning lottery ticket at a central Iowa gas station. - Dining
Tropical Smoothie Cafe opens new Iowa location
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe opens new Iowa locationThe third location for this restaurant chain in Iowa serves smoothies, breakfast and lunch items all day.
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Storytellers: Here's the lineup for 'Love in the Modern World'
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Storytellers: Here's the lineup for 'Love in the Modern World'Love seems easy when you can find it with a swipe on your phone. But these storytellers will show that modern love involves extraordinary journeys. - Dining
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This Ames restaurant is serving a chili burger on cinnamon roll bun
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This Ames restaurant is serving a chili burger on cinnamon roll bunIt can't get any more Iowan than the pairing of hot, hearty chili with sweet, sticky cinnamon rolls. What's even better? Putting them on a burger. - Entertainment
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Jason Momoa posts endearing video of Iowa visit
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Jason Momoa posts endearing video of Iowa visitFresh off the success of "Aquaman," Iowan Jason Momoa releases a video outlining his latest visit to Des Moines. - Music
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Des Moines songwriter celebrates Petty songs
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Des Moines songwriter celebrates Petty songsDan Tedesco plays "Wildflowers" in full at upcoming Des Moines concert. - Entertainment
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Iowan Lolo Jones joins 'Celebrity Big Brother'
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Iowan Lolo Jones joins 'Celebrity Big Brother'Des Moines-raised Olympian Lolo Jones joins Anthony Scaramucci and more on season two of 'Celebrity Big Brother.' - Courtney Crowder
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Firefighter killed in the line of duty honored by hundreds
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Firefighter killed in the line of duty honored by hundredsLt. Eric Hosette, who lost his life Jan. 5, was celebrated with a public memorial that remembered and honored his dedication. - Dining
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Fong's opening new location near Drake
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Fong's opening new location near DrakeFong's Pizza announced it is opening a new location in the former space of Bordy's in the Drake neighborhood. - Dining
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Sports bar has grand opening in Johnston
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Sports bar has grand opening in JohnstonThe grand opening will feature prize raffles and food and drink specials in the space formerly occupied by Legends American Grill. - Iowa Caucuses
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Preview Register 'Three Tickets' podcast
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Preview Register 'Three Tickets' podcastPolitical junkies and caucus history buffs this is a must-listen for you. Tune in and listen to the Des Moines Register “Three Tickets” 10-episode podcast about the history and culture of Iowa’s caucuses. Go to DesMoinesRegister.com/threetickets. - Politics
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Photos: Iowa's golden-domed capitol building
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Photos: Iowa's golden-domed capitol buildingPhotos: Iowa's golden-domed capitol building - Dining
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This year's Indulge event promises to be even more indulgent
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This year's Indulge event promises to be even more indulgentKnown as "the perfect way to ruin New Year’s resolutions," Indulge will feature full pours of wine and generous portions of cheese and chocolate. - Music
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Sing-along to 'Bohemian Rhapsody' in Des Moines
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Sing-along to 'Bohemian Rhapsody' in Des MoinesThe hit Queen biopic releases a sing-along version following a surprise win at the Golden Globes.
