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Iowa State 'brain gain' study: What brings people back to small towns after college

Iowa State 'brain gain' study: What brings people back to small towns after college

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Iowa State 'brain gain' study: What brings people back to small towns after college

Researchers found a common thread that could explain why some Iowans return to their hometowns after college, while others don't.

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Groups ask Iowa Senate leaders to give reporters more access

Reporters were initially barred from the floor as a COVID precaution, but the Senate voted to continue to keep media in the gallery in 2022.
Iowa State Fair

Iowa State Fair announces John Crist as Grandstand performer

The fair has also announced country music artists Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban as Grandstand performers.
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Multiple people injured after crash on Des Moines river bridge, police say

Part of W MLK Jr. Pkwy was closed Tuesday evening but has since reopened.

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Ankeny Community School District votes to comply with OSHA vaccine mandate

The Ankeny CSD School Board met Tuesday and voted to comply with the federal vaccine policy. The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on the rule this month.
HS Football

Harlan ranked No. 2 small town high school football team

MaxPreps ranked the top 25 high school teams for schools with less than 1,000 students located in cities with less than 10,000 people.

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Family of 5 kids left parentless thankful for community support

The grandparents of the five kids who lost both parents only four months apart said they are overjoyed with the support. A GoFundMe has raised more than $300,000.
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Iowa Miss Amazing can't have a birthday party this year, but you can still help her celebrate

You can share birthday messages on Local 5's social media accounts or by texting (515) 457-1026.