CLIVE, IOWA (October 2, 2026) — Iowa’s iconic breaded pork tenderloin sandwich is back in the spotlight. After diners evaluated restaurants across the state, the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has narrowed its 2026 contest to five contenders, in alphabetical order:

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 1, 2026) — The Machine Shed Restaurant is celebrating National Pork Month with the return of Porktober. Pork sampling, in store and social-media events, and a menu featuring chef-inspired pork dishes that showcase the flavors of fall and honor the hardworking pork producers who help bring quality ingredients from farm to table.

CLIVE, IOWA (September 28, 2026) — This October, Iowa Producers are celebrating Porktober by highlighting one of pork's biggest nutritional strengths: protein.

With "protein-maxxing" trending among consumers looking to add more protein to their diets, pork offers a flavorful, affordable way to do so, thanks to the farm families and workers who raise it with care.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (September 21, 2026) — All Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations will host drive-thru flu vaccine clinics this month, with no appointment or prescription necessary.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (September 15, 2026) — Hy-Vee stores are introducing Senior Wellness Day, a new monthly event to support local seniors by providing them with important information from Hy-Vee’s health and wellness experts.

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 27, 2026) — The Iowa Restaurant Association (IRA) has announced their 2026 Celebrating Excellence Awards, recognizing individuals and businesses whose leadership, service, and contributions have made a significant impact on Iowa’s hospitality industry. The honorees will be recognized as part of the Association’s 31st Annual Celebrating Excellence Awards Ceremony, Monday, October 19, at Prairie Meadows in Altoona.

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 11, 2026) — Special Olympic athletes from across Iowa will take center stage at the Iowa State Fair's Bacon Buddies® pig show on Saturday, August 15. With the support of Iowa FFA and 4-H mentors, athletes will proudly showcase their pigs in the Swine Barn during one of the Fair's most inspiring and heartwarming events.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 29, 2026) — Feeding America’s latest Map the Meal Gap study estimates that 139,800 people — including 43,150 children — experienced food insecurity in River Bend Food Bank’s 23-county service area in 2024, representing a food insecurity rate of 13.6%.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2026) — Hy-Vee is helping customers save time and make their lives easier by now offering online orders in as fast as thirty minutes.

The new option is available at all Hy-Vee stores and allows online shoppers to choose from in-store pickup with no minimum order, or delivery, in as fast as thirty minutes. In-store pickup is free for Hy-Vee PERKS Plus members, and $4.95 for delivery.

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 8, 2026) — Celebrate summer and support unique local bars and restaurants during CITYVIEW’s Summer Stir cocktail party. The event will be held Friday, July 31, in Des Moines’ Historic East Village. This is a casual, early-evening, summer stroll to local bars and venues. Enjoy this experience 5-9PM

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