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Each year the Luther College music department hosts Christmas at Luther.
My Mom’s Bakery is the brainchild of two retirees who keep a generations-old Czech recipe alive
Belle Plaine rings in the season with its Holiday Homecoming celebration.
Olde Tyme Christmas features around 30 family-friendly activities from a petting zoo to cookie decorating to horse drawn carriage rides.
Our Town West Branch invites anyone to experience its Festival of Trees display at the Rummells Center on West Main Street.
Magical Kwik Stop in Our Town Dubuque has been helping families for decades.
A healthy downtown that continues to grow is a reality in Our Town Decorah.
A native in Our Town Decorah is colorizing what were once black and white photographs of his hometown.
Downtown Decorah is one of less than 20 Iowa districts that the state has designated as a cultural and entertainment district. Having a vibrant downtown is what qualifies an area to earn this designation.
From a department store to a coffee shop, it’s not a transition you’d expect but it’s one you’ll find in Our Town Decorah.
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A museum filled with Norwegian American history has a new addition to it’s campus in Our Town Decorah.
Sheep, cattle, and pizza, it’s a unique but much loved combination happening at Luna Valley Farm in Our Town Decorah.
Luther College is marking history for future generations to enjoy. It’s happening with a model showcasing a creature who once called Our Town Decorah home.
Our Town Decorah is home to waterfalls, trails, the Upper Iowa River, and more than 600 acres of parks within the city limits.
Both the library and the volunteer fire department hope to see big improvements in the months to come
The Cedar Valley Trail is changing the face of Ely and how its businesses operate
Since 1985, she has made pottery from her studios in Ely, sold nationwide, and prized by pottery lovers.
Some families keep alive a history that stretches back to the mid-1800s
Since 2001, Chris Thuerauf, Emily, and their kids have helped raise an unusual herd of animals.
The owners of the Ely brewery say the community helped it survive a tough time for the business
An Ely family, along with various developers, is making a $7 million investment in the community that will tie the historic downtown with a bustling bike trail.
Back in the 1800′s, Belle Plaine was home to the “8th Wonder of the World.”
Inside the Sankot Garage in Belle Plaine, Bill Sankot carries on a legacy.
A hidden historical jewel sits inside the fire department of Belle Plaine.
There’s a lot of history surrounding Belle Plaine, and one of the best examples cuts right through the middle of town.
The King Theatre has sat on Main Street in Belle Plaine for 94 years.
Inside Drahos Shoe Store, on Main Street in Belle Plaine, lives generations of knowledge.
From rail car repairs, to battery distribution, to molding, to trailers. All of these manufacturing businesses operate in Our Town Oelwein.
It’s a nonprofit where people find more than 100 years of waste memorabilia.
Neither Blake or Anna Kerns expected to be where they are now, but they wouldn't change how it all worked out.
The more than 100-year-old building in downtown Oelwein has housed many different businesses through the years. In 2024, it will become “Events on Frederick” - a place to host weddings and much more.
Ampersand is the “&” symbol. The name means it’s a taproom AND more.
We visited Family-owned businesses in Oelwein where trust and customer service have been the focus for decades.
The Williams Wellness Center offers fitness classes, gym space, weight lifting and sports leagues.
Corner Market and Greenhouse is owned and operated by the Manske family.
The auditorium attached to the high school hosts student performances and professional entertainment.
Mines of Spain is a place to learn the history and see the landscapes of Dubuque.
At Home showcases what home means for people in Dubuque, as the museum itself also prepares for a new home of its own.
Our Town Dubuque Wild Wild West Wednesdays gathers people of all ages
“We’re just really proud of how this is coming together to bring a great new experience for our to Dubuque guests.”
Our Town Dubuque American Lady Cruises has people out enjoying the beauty of the Mississippi River
The Millwork District in Dubuque is transformed into a place to live and work with many businesses.
The owners each have full-time jobs so the store is open weekends only. And each visit has new items to peruse.
Alpacas are native to South America, specifically the Andes Mountains.
It's a place that's both nostalgic and contemporary - and a must-visit the next time you're on Main Street.
With its small-town vibe and quick access to urban centers, Our Town West Branch is on the verge of significant growth.
Macy Krall’s business, 223 Vintage Co., in the heart of Our Town West Branch is the perfect spot for green thumbs, gift givers, and antiquers.
Our Town West Branch is the birthplace of the only president from Iowa: Herbert Hoover.