Oddities

Looking for vacation inspiration from Iowa? Here's why Saratoga's free Hobo Hot Springs became one of our favorite stops on a Wyoming family road trip.

After a backpacking trip through Yellow River State Forest, I noticed Iowa mosquitoes had one favorite target: my ankles. Here's the surprising science behind why.

Strange pouch-shaped clouds rolled across eastern Iowa skies today, leaving many residents wondering about the dramatic weather phenomenon known as mammatus clouds.

A new analysis of Google search data reveals the words Iowans mispronounce most, and across America, even simple words are giving people trouble.

Warning: These fireworks may cause uncontrollable laughter and sudden patriotism!

Mayfly season doesn't last long and, believe it or not, indicate healthy waterways in Iowa. But, they're still annoying.

They're not scary or dangerous, they actually have a few advantages over their grey counterparts.

Taller or shorter? Both men and women in Iowa are on the taller side compared to the national averages.

Do we really think this word is the hardest to spell?

Plus: Spicy mozzarella fries, and several more new items.