Build a Life You Love (in Iowa)

Iowa has vibrant communities, low cost of living, access to nature, lively arts and culture — all the building blocks you need to craft your dream life.
Restoring a Queen Anne Home: The James A. Beck House in Iowa

The Lints’ love of historic preservation inspired a move to Fairfield, Iowa, where they can afford their dream home and business.
Top Outdoor Activities in Iowa by Season

Iowa has four beautiful seasons that offer stunning views, outdoor adventures and thrilling events year-round. Here’s all you need to know.
A Love Letter to Iowa

Mike Vallely traveled across the world as a professional skateboarder and fell in love with Iowa along the way, inspiring him to make Des Moines home.
Continuing a Legacy

John’s Grocery Store has been a neighborhood favorite in Iowa City since 1948.
Finding that Work-Life Balance

You can find plenty of job opportunities in a state that’s affordable and fun to live in.
Trend Setter

A move to L.A. helped this Iowa boomerang appreciate hometown and rural life.
Reaching Higher

Marion Mayor Nick AbouAssaly pushes residents to city’s full potential.
Take Two

Historic Iowa theaters are creating new memories for these rural communities.
Problem Solving on the Prairie

The growth and impact of the Midwest’s Silicon Prairie.