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Miranda Leek wanted a gold medal at the London Olympics, but she wants Rio more.How much more? “Really, really badly,” the 2011 Dowling Catholic High School graduate said Thursday at the ...

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It's the final Friday of the fair, head out to unwind after work. Today is Building Bridges Day and Iowa Corn Day. Here's a quick rundown of today's events, both free and paid. ...

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A star-studded roster of Olympic athletes and coaches with Iowa ties are expected to be on hand for a celebration of the London 2012 Olympics in Des Moines this weekend. Jake Varner,...

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Last night's storm brought much needed rain. Enough, in fact, that the Cedar Falls burn ban will be lifted at noon Thursday. Waterloo's burn ban is also being lifted. That doesn...

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Did you know that more than one million people will come out to visit the Iowa State Fair? With decent temperatures and so much to do, they came out in full force yesterday to partake in ...

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Grab your John Deere green and head to the Iowa State Fair today. Today is earmarked as John Deere Day and Iowa Parks and Recreation Day. Here's a quick rundown of today's event...

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The U.S. women's gymnastics team from the London 2012 Olympics continued its blitz of TV shows Tuesday night with an appearance on the "Late Show With David Letterman." Two-time gold...

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There's plenty of to see and do at the Iowa State Fair today, from a tractor club display to Older Iowan Idol. Head out to the fair and enjoy great food and weather! Today is Ol...