Fairgoers brave rain on 1st day of 2026 Iowa State Fair
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Farmer Tim Burrack had concerns about the Republican nominee for Iowa governor — and he wasn't the only one.The conservative voter from northeast Iowa said he didn't know Zach Lahn before the political newcomer “came out of nowhere" with a surprise GOP primary win over the candidate endorsed by President Donald Trump.
Over the offseason, the Cyclones hired Jimmy Rogers as their next head coach, a former coach of the South Dakota State Jackrabbits and the Washington State Cougars. And of course, he brought in an abundance of transfers as well.
U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona, a potential 2028 hopeful, told a crowd of Iowa Democrats that President Donald Trump is failing to improve their lives.
Stir onion, basil, oregano, salt, pepper and pepper flakes into pizza sauce in a bowl; stir into skillet with ground beef and sausage. Simmer sauce-meat mixture over medium to low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring regularly.
Cory Steiner is the third owner of the long-time fair favorite, opened by Carl Cardamon in 1946.
Despite the rain on the first day of the 2026 Iowa State Fair, Bill Gordish carved ice into sculptures for fairgoers to enjoy.
Iowa has voted solidly Republican at the state and federal level for more than a decade. Republicans have dominated the state legislature since 2016; no Democrat has won the governorship since 2006, a Senate seat since 2008 or a congressional race since 2020.
It's time to dig into each and every game Iowa plays this year with a score prediction.
A new Big Ram record was set at the Iowa State Fair, with a 3,026-pound Red Angus winning the Super Bull contest
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Iowa football LB Jayden Montgomery named to Butkus Award watch list
Iowa football's veteran linebacker Jayden Montgomery continued to receive preseason praise on Thursday.
Iowa produces star power year after year. The 2026 squad has its household names, but a few at unsuspecting positions have the chance to see players blossom.
It's America's 250th birthday. See how the Iowa State Fair is celebrating with new exhibits.