Bookstores with a Purpose
Ditch Amazon and Barnes & Noble for these small businesses located in Des Moines. Words by Colson Thayer | Photo by Unsplash Reading in…
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A Casino in Your Pocket
The growth of online sports betting among young people has seen a rapid rise since it became legal just a few years ago. Words…
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Men’s Mental Health
Talking about men’s mental health isn’t taboo. Words by Ryley Roudabush | Photo by Unsplash “Man up. Real men don’t cry.” These phrases are…
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Vitamin Sea
Scoot over, avocados and kale, there’s a new superfood in town. While off-putting at first, seaweed is rich in essential vitamins and can be…
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Let Your Skin Shine
Discover skin-enhancing makeup products that leave your face feeling fresh, dewy, and ready to be the star of the show. Words by Sydney Skemp…
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Taco Time
Make dinner this summer easy, with one — or all — of these street taco recipes. From shrimp and steak tacos, to vegetarian and…
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Art for All
Artist Jill Wells’ mission to make sure everyone has access to art. Words by Colson Thayer | Photo by Janae Patrice Photography While Jill…
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The State of Hate
Words by Nate Eisenmann | Illustration by Princess Hart On the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, a northeast Iowa man rented a…
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Face the Music
Four looks to steal the show this summer at any Midwest festival. Words by Madeline Cisneros | Photo by Kate Elstrom CROCHETED CUTIE Let…
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