Also on that list was the most popular dessert in Iowa! According to Buzzfeed, that honor goes to Scotcheroos! Wikipedia describes Scotcheroos as “dessert bars with chocolate, butterscotch, peanut butter, and Rice Krispies.” The very simple recipe was actually posted on the Rice Krispies box back in the 1960s. What […]
Iowa State is ranked #102 out of 1472 in College Factual’s Best Colleges for the Money Ranking earning it a great value recognition. Is University of Iowa worth the money? University of Iowa is ranked #410 out of 1,472 for value nationwide. University of Iowa is a good value according […]
A new article from Buzzfeed (citing Business Insider as their source) says it’s the Walking Taco! “Rumored to be invented at the Iowa State Fair, the Walking Taco contains crushed Doritos or Fritos, topped with taco fillings like sour cream, cheese, salsa, jalapeños, chili, and more. The dish is served […]
And there’s so much to explore throughout the state. River museums, movie sites, and the Bridges of Madison County are just a few cultural gems worth the travel. Other attractions in Iowa include historic German colonies and a sprawling network of caves. What is good about Iowa? Iowa was ranked […]
The Iowa Chop is the pork version of the porterhouse steak. The bone-in this chop helps it retain moisture. An Iowa Chop is cut at least 1 ¼ inches thick with the tenderloin still attached. These are best for grilling or baking. Where does the Iowa chop come from? The […]
World Famous Twin Bing Candy Is Still Made Right Here In The Hawkeye State. One of Iowa’s oldest businesses is home to a sweet treat that has been part of the Hawkeye State’s culinary culture for generations. That’s right – we’re talking about Twin Bings and the Palmer Candy Company! […]
Iowa is famous for corn, soybeansand the Red Delicious apple. That may be, but the Red Delicious, originally named the “Hawkeye,” will always be the “apple of thine eye” for my family and for all Iowans. What is Iowa famous for? What is Iowa Known For? The Grotto of the […]
Iowa isn’t always thought of as the place to go if you want to see jaw-dropping natural sights, but it is home to some unique and breathtaking places. One of the most intriguing and awe-inspiring places is Loess Hills. Running 200 miles along the Mississippi River, it was originally formed […]
It’s also a leader in the production of milk, chicken and eggs. Iowa also leads the nation in corn-growing and is a leader in soybean production. Thus, food processing is The Hawkeye State’s largest manufacturing industry. Iowa has one of the nation’s largest cereal mills – and the largest popcorn-processing […]
In 1971, Maury John left Drake University to move to Iowa State. John led Drake to the 1969 NCAA Final Four and the Elite Eight in 1970 NCAA Tournament and 1971 NCAA Tournament. John inherited an Iowa State team that was 5–21 the previous season. How many times has Iowa […]
AAU basketball does not come cheap. Depending on the team, families can expect to pay $400 to $4,000 per summer to play, including uniforms. That does not include transportation to and from practice or games, hotel rooms, food, gas or admission for those not playing. Is AAU basketball worth the […]
Purdue University | Association of American Universities (AAU) What type of school is Purdue? Purdue University is a public land-grant research university in West Lafayette, Indiana, and the flagship campus of the Purdue University system. The university was founded in 1869 after Lafayette businessman John Purdue donated land and money […]
The SEC has better quarterbacks, better skill players, better defensive linemen: This always plays out in the NFL Draft, too. And it will again this year in April. Even the ACC has better high-end quarterback prospects than the Big Ten. Is the SEC better than the Big Ten? BIG TEN. […]
“Membership in the AAU, in its most basic sense, is a recognition that Florida universities are nationally prestigious, and thereby so is Florida’s entire State University System,” USF said in its formal request. Is Florida State an AAU member? In fact, if you look at the top ten most populous […]
The Pac-12, if it ever chose to expand, would likely focus on AAU schools, too — nine of its 12 schools are AAU members, including all four California schools and the University of Utah, as of 2019. Is Oklahoma State a member of AAU? OSU has a Carnegie I classification, […]