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Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds presents her daily press conference regarding COVID-19.
May 28, 2020
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds presents her daily press conference regarding COVID-19.
May 26, 2020
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds presents her daily press conference regarding COVID-19.
May 26, 2020
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds presents her daily press conference regarding COVID-19.
May 21, 2020Your Questions Answered
Iowa Press Special: Coronavirus | Mental health, food insecurity & agriculture economy
On this Iowa Press Special: Coronavirus, a panel of experts participate in a live discussion of the pandemic’s impact on mental health, food insecurity and the...
Apr 24, 2020
57 min
Iowa Press Special: Coronavirus | Small Business Issues
A panel of economic and business experts participate in a discussion of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Iowa small businesses, and answer viewer questions submitted via email and social media.
Apr 17, 2020
57 min
Coronavirus in Iowa
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Iowa Land and Sky
May 26, 2020, 7 - 8 p.m.
Through the use of mesmerizing aerial videography and stunning on-the-ground camera work, Iowa Land and Sky delights, entrances and transports viewers across the state’s breathtaking landscapes. More than 50 cities across the state are featured in this hour-long program! Join us on Iowa PBS's Facebook page where the watch party video will begin at 7 p.m.
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Check out the Des Moines Public Library's Boredom Busters page for virtual activities.
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Are you home, a little bored and having cabin fever? We have a job for you! Go outside and shoot up to a 15 second, horizontal video of you and your family. Get creative: include your pets, use props, say hi to your family in the state, do a jig or sing the script, have fun! This isn't just for those of you with kids; everyone is welcome! Go get some fresh air and send us your videos.
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Chef Katie's Blueberry Lemon Muffins | Iowa Ingredient from Home
Chef Katie Porter and her friendly helper make some easy blueberry muffins.
Apr 10, 2020
2 min
Saja's Story | The Helpers Next Door
Saja Al-Saffar, a pharmacy technician and pre-med student, continues her role as an essential worker while fasting for Ramadan.
May 22, 2020
4 min
Weeding Your Vegetable Garden | Gardening with Steil
Aaron Steil shows off the perfect combo to minimize the need to weed your garden in the latest tip from Gardening with Steil.
May 21, 2020
2 min
Masks for the Frontlines | The Helpers Next Door
Article:
With a talent for organization, and a heart longing to help, Jess Mazour felt she had a role to play in helping solve the COVID-19 crisis. Inspired by her friend, an emergency room nurse in need of more masks, Jess started a Facebook group called Masks for the Frontlines Iowa.
Front Porch Project | The Helpers Next Door
Article:
As a photographer, Lisa Sawtelle enjoys following other photographers on social media. Recently, some images caught her eye, and she began to wonder how she might do something similar. What she noticed was something called the “Front Porch Project."
Housing the Heroes | The Helpers Next Door
Article:
For many years, Laurie Tigges worked as a nurse on the front lines at Des Moines metro hospitals. She recently left health care to join her family’s business — running a bed-and-breakfast in Adel and restoring homes in the area.
Connecting Beyond the Classroom | The Helpers Next Door
Article:
Darren Hanna is a boots on the ground, ditch the suit, grab a raincoat and a smile type of leader. After many years in education, and now in his first year as superintendent of Emmetsburg Community School District, he knows what’s important for a school family: connection.
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Is your child’s school closed due to coronavirus concerns? PBS KIDS’ new weekday newsletter offers activities and tips you can use to help kids play and learn at home.