Elijah Decious

Friday was the last of this week’s send-offs across the state for the Iowa Army National Guard, but certainly not the last of thousands of thoughts, hopes and prayers that will follow the 1,800 Iowa soldiers being deployed to the Middle East.

What started as a physical fitness class for seniors in 1997 is still going today with some of its original members. Here’s how participants in their 80s, 90s and over 100 use exercise as a means to get more out of life.

White Tree bakery, started by owner Jen Juhl in 2021, has settled into a more visible spot after a few moves.

Xolo is introducing their most popular concept to Johnson County with a familiar menu and a new twist on interior design.

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His May 28 show, “Still Not Dead Yet,” is a full circle moment for the semi-professional comedian after years of struggling with depression and drinking.

The nonprofit who handles Iowa foster care referrals receives 35% more children than parents to place them with. They need to recruit more than 1,200 foster families to help meet the need.

A longtime food truck has found a more stationary location in New Bohemia.

NewBo City Market’s signature annual celebration is back.

A popular restaurant for fried fare has opened a second location in short order.

Cedar Rapids restaurateurs are expanding to Johnson County with their latest opening.

Sanctuary Pub is coming back to life less than six months after it closed in December 2024.

Big Grove is getting bigger as it sprawls to yet another state.

What stinks? Not this emotional support skunk.

Whose pork tenderloin makes you squeal the most? Now is your time to let the judges know.