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Here's How You Can Win Cash This Spring
We're giving out thousands of dollars in prize money every weekday through May 1!

As Casey’s Stock Price Soars, the Chain Plans to Open 120 New Stores
Following its elevation to the S&P 500, Casey's is plotting to expand with "at least" 120 new stores across the country.

Horror Host Joe Bob Briggs Unites His ‘Mutant Family’ in Davenport
The iconic horror host and Darcy the Mail Girl hosted a special screening at the Last Picture House in Davenport, IA.

Cheap Trick Albums Ranked
They became famous slowly and then all at once. Here's how.

A Second Restaurant is Set to Open This Month in the Former Chrome Horse in Cedar Rapids
The transformation of the former Chrome Horse Saloon into two new restaurants is almost complete! First came Mercury Diner & Drinks, and next up is Rhapsody Spirits & Provisions!

How A Black Cat Inspired Iowa’s Best Ice Cream Shop
Photos of Boo Bear line the walls at Black Cat Ice Cream, Iowa’s newly crowned best ice cream shop.

Zach Johnson Wins Big in a Place He Calls Home
Zach Johnson felt right at home this weekend in Des Moines!

The 10 Most Famous Haunted Sites in Illinois
There are 10 locations in Illinois known for terrifying encounters many have experienced there.

Singer Oliver Tree Killed in Helicopter Crash at 32
Singer Oliver Tree has reportedly died at age 32 after a helicopter crash in Brazil that also claimed the lives of five others.

Sammy Hagar Kicks Off Tour
Hagar treated his adopted hometown of St. Louis to a hit-packed 19-song set.

Doobie Brothers & Santana Tour
The rock legends will spend the next two months touring North America together.

Rush Adds Three Tour Debuts
The show included the first performance of "A Farewell to Kings" since 1979.

The 5 Toys That Are Impossible To Find This Summer
The toy scene this summer is wild...and very squishy. We don't fully understand NeeDoh, but we know everyone is looking for them. We've seen you...waiting in line at stores. Here are the other toys flying off shelves.

Billy Thorpe Album Returns
The legendary space rock opera has been reissued for the first time in more than 30 years. UCR shares the story of how it happened.

Best Drum Intros in Rock History
Get out your air drumsticks and get ready to play along with everyone from Twisted Sister to Paul Simon.

The Weirdest + Funniest City Names in Every State
We combed through list after list of the oddest, strangest and somewhat naughty-sounding town names in every state to create a definitive collection complete with unbelievable facts about each location.

Signs Are Up For Clock House Brewing’s New Cedar Rapids Taproom
A popular Cedar Rapids brewery is getting closer to opening its new taproom! Clock House Brewing is in the process of taking over the former Iowa Brewing Company on 3rd St SE.

City of Dubuque Launches Public Input Process for Data Centers
The City of Dubuque is seeking community feedback before drafting regulations for potential future data centers, with public meetings and surveys expected in the coming weeks.

Iowa Parents; Read Before You Buy That Viral Squishy Dumpling Toy
The viral squishy dumpling toy craze is reaching Iowa families, but safety concerns over counterfeit versions have parents taking a closer look.

Keep Northern Illinois' Ticks Out Of Your Yard With These Plants
Tick season is upon us, folks! Discover how some local gardeners are turning to nature to fend off these unwelcome guests this year.
