Des Moines IA

There’s a red-awninged sanctuary in Des Moines where pork is pounded into submission, breaded with reverence, and fried to a golden perfection that would make your cardiologist weep—both from concern and jealousy. Smitty’s Tenderloin Shop isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an Iowa institution where the humble pork...

There’s something magical about discovering a weathered wooden shack perched right on the Mississippi River that serves seafood so good it makes you question everything you thought you knew about Midwestern cuisine. The Fish Shack in Guttenberg, Iowa isn’t trying to be fancy – and that’s precisely what makes...

Iowa is full of surprises, and some of the best stops aren’t your typical tourist attractions—they’re the quirky, unexpected museums that make the Hawkeye State unforgettable. From miniature masterpieces to oddball collections, these 10 museums offer history, art, and fun in ways you won’t find anywhere else. Buckle...

The Iowa State Patrol is investigating a fatal accident on Interstate 80 near Colfax Sunday night that killed an Illinois man from the St. Louis area. According to the State Patrol, twenty-two-year-old Drew Peterson of Worden, Illinois died when one set of tires and rims came loose from an eastbound semi-trailer, and...

Searching for legendary burger spots in Iowa that will change your life with one bite?. These 7 remarkable eateries serve up unforgettable burgers that will have you dreaming about them for weeks!. 1. Big Head Burger (Waterloo) That quirky sign with the cartoon character holding a burger might make you...

DES MOINES, Iowa — Officers with the Des Moines Police Department took a juvenile into custody early Monday following a pursuit that ended in a PIT maneuver. Sgt. Paul Parizek, Public Information Officer for the DMPD, said officers began chasing a stolen vehicle around 1:00 a.m. at MLK Jr. Parkway and Douglas Avenue....

If you believe Des Moines' odor problems have taken a turn for the worse in recent weeks, you may be right: Pine Ridge Farms' "stink-burning" technology system is broken. Why it matters: Odor complaints had dramatically declined since the city installed its scientific "eNose" system two years ago. The company's...

Farmers say current system protects water while keeping costs down, but environmental groups pin the plans as a piece of Iowa's water quality crisis Sen. Ken Rozenboom and his family have farmed and raised hogs for decades in south central Iowa. The Rozenbooms, like most livestock operators in Iowa, collect the hog...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Iowa wakes up locked in deep winter as clear skies do nothing to ease the brutal cold. The air feels razor-sharp, exhaust plumes hang low, and exposed skin burns within moments. A Cold Weather Advisory...

Some artists are just known for their live shows. Zac Brown Band is one of those artists. Yes, they have an amazing catalog of music, and tons of hits you probably know by heart. But to see them live is to really 'see' them for the first time. I had my experience several years ago at The Great Jones County Fair. If...