The 200-mile-long land formation known as the Loess Hills which comprises much of Iowa’s western border is subject of a new collaborative book. “On Common Ground: Learning and Living in the Loess ...

RAGBRAI is the world's oldest, longest annual bicycle tour. Here's what to know about the 53rd annual edition July 19-25.

The Iowa Legislature has passed a measure that would help designate the Loess Hills of western Iowa as Iowa's "state prairie." The Iowa House passed the measure Wednesday 97-0, matching passage ...

Discover the history and ecology of Iowa's Loess Hills. Discover the history and ecology of Iowa's Loess Hills. Road Trip Iowa is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on ...

Nearly all along the western edge of Iowa are a unique rolling, rugged series of hills and bluffs known as the Loess Hills. They consist of finely ground silt windblown from deposits left by ...

Stay local this summer by taking a day trip to one of the charming towns in Iowa. The Amana Colonies offer a glimpse of German heritage that makes up the seven scenic villages. Winterset brings charm, ...

PLUS CLOSING COSTS. A FORMER IOWA BOY SCOUT CAMP WILL SOON BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, TOO. THE IOWA NATURAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION BOUGHT THE LITTLE SIOUX RANCH IN WESTERN IOWA FROM THE BOY SCOUTS AND ...

See photos how Creighton studing how invasive plants are altering aquatic ecosystems in Iowa’s Loess Hills Creighton biology professor Joseph Phillips poses for a portrait next to an experiment he is ...

Two Iowa state parks were recently noted for their beautiful views, joining a list that includes Cape Cod, Manhattan’s skyline, the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls. Pikes Peak State Park and the Loess ...

MILLS COUNTY, Iowa - The Loess Hills form a narrow band that borders the length of the Missouri River valley in western Iowa. They’re also home to Keith Callaway and others who are concerned about ...

The Loess Hills Regional Sanitary Landfill is one of a handful of landfills in Iowa that converts landfill gas into renewable natural gas. (Photo courtesy of Bret Stephens/Loess Hills Landfill) When ...