"Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it." - Charles R. Swindoll

Anderson Erickson Dairy (AE) is a beloved Iowa-based dairy that prioritizes freshness and community connections.

They source milk exclusively from Iowa family farms, ensuring purity and delivering to stores quickly.

In addition to fresh milk, AE offers a variety of products made in DSM, including yogurts, dips, and flavored milks.

Despite not being the largest dairy, AE values customer feedback and creates new recipes based on requests and trends.

They also actively support the local community through partnerships and charitable initiatives.

With a commitment to quality and community, AE Dairy has been a staple in DSM for 89 years.

Why did the scarecrow win an award in Des Moines?

Because he was outstanding in his field!

Veterans Community Project (VCP) is expanding its efforts to support military veterans with the groundbreaking of a new tiny home village in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Since 2018, VCP has helped hundreds of vets transition out of homelessness with an impressive 85% success rate.

The tiny homes are part of a larger community designed to provide stability and independence for residents.

The Milwaukee Village is expected to bring the total number of homes to 240.

With funding from the State of Wisconsin and regional partners, VCP continues to make a positive impact on the lives of veterans in need.

Step back in time at Totally Rad Vintage Fest!

Dive into the 80s, 90s, and Y2K era with clothing, accessories, toys, and more.

Enjoy the Free-Play Vintage Arcade and explore relics at the Rad Rewind Museum.

Strike poses at throwback photo ops and share the memories online.

Head to the Iowa Event Center on November 1st for a nostalgic experience.

Secure your tickets for a totally tubular day filled with retro fun!

Visit Des Moines, centrally located with plenty to offer.

Take advantage of Early Bird Tickets for first access at 8:30am.

Get ready for a rad adventure!

Overall, the survey found that 65% of business leaders are planning to increase capital spending in the coming months, while 55% are expecting to hire more employees.

This positive outlook reflects the overall strength of Iowa’s economy and its ongoing growth.

Despite this optimism, 45% of survey respondents expressed concerns about attracting and retaining qualified employees.

This highlights the ongoing challenge of workforce development in the state, particularly in industries like technology, healthcare, and manufacturing.

Overall, the survey results suggest that while Iowa’s business leaders are feeling optimistic about the future, there are still challenges to be addressed in terms of workforce development and retention.

Continued investment in workforce training and development programs will be key to ensuring the long-term success of Iowa’s economy.

Celebrate Halloween with a supernatural twist at the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden in October.

Enjoy a variety of Halloween options such as Succulent Cauldron Planter Drop-In and Halloween Happy Hours.

Experience Eerie Evenings on select nights from 6-9 pm, with a dome filled with lights and spectral plants.

Bring your ticket to Iowa Taproom for a free pint with purchase, and bring your receipt to the BOOtanical Garden for a free daily admission with purchase.

Partnering for Halloween at the BOOtanical Garden is appreciated.

Something we found. An interesting story (Audiobook) 

The  50 and Better Health Fair 2025 will be held on November 1, 2025 from 8:30–11:30 a.m.

at the Des Moines University Clinic, Des Moines, Iowa.

Services include skin checks, osteopathic manipulative medicine, blood pressure checks, foot and ankle screenings, balance screenings, neuro screenings, and more.