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The Des Moines Register documentary Shift: The RAGBRAI Documentary premieres this weekend, sharing the stories of riders ahead of the ride's 50th anniversary.
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The spring bird migration is well underway. Expert birders return to the show to discuss the species that are returning to Iowa and others that are passing through.
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Kentucky Bluegrass is a popular choice for homeowners wanting a traditional green lawn, but it doesn't offer a habitat and requires more water than other lawn alternatives.
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A book by a former solicitor under President Bill Clinton tells the story of how the U.S. government came to own a third of the nation's land — areas like Yosemite and Yellowstone that are maintained for recreation, education and conservation.
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Retirement can seem like an indefinite vacation to some and a dreaded end to a decades-long career to others. On this Talk of Iowa, experts share what goes into the decision to retire and how to do it well.
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The winter of 1918 was brutal, not for the weather, but because the world was in the grips of an influenza pandemic that took at least 50 million lives worldwide.
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In her new book, an Iowa mother shares a story of her son's survival in the San Bernardino Mountains and the days of waiting and worry as the search was underway.
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The winter may send humans indoors and many birds down south, but the season still has many birding opportunities to offer.
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The Eurasian watermilfoil was detected in the Iowa Great Lakes last month. Now, the DNR is getting started on a plan to eradicate the rapidly growing invasive species before it spreads.
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Award-winning author Alexander Maksik discusses his latest novel, and guests from Good Neighbor Iowa discuss the pros of chemical-free lawn care.