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Market to Market
While harvest rolls on, grain stacks up as the president vows to help – soon. One of the final government actions prior to the shutdown was a USDA report. Commodity market analysis with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth, Karen Braun and Ted Seifried.
Studio 3 LIVE
Blues, soul and roots power from Kevin Burt & Big Medicine, joined by Iowa legend Bob Dorr.
Iowa Press
Julie Stauch, Democratic candidate for governor will discuss her campaign and what she hopes to accomplish.
Studio 3 LIVE
Folk artist Chicago Farmer blends small-town roots with sharp wit and working-class soul.
Iowa Press
Dr. Justin Glisan, state climatologist of Iowa, discusses changes in Iowa's climate, recent weather impacts, and the outlook ahead.
Market to Market
A reduction of tariffs leads to Chinese buying – of Argentine soybeans at the expense of U.S. investment. Hope for the decimated Florida citrus industry. And, commodity market analysis with Don Roose.
Market to Market
The president heads to the UK in search of peace and deals. The EPA pushes for changes to how renewable fuel credits are used. Encouraging more women to step into leadership roles on the farm. And, commodity market analysis with Arlan Suderman.
Iowa Press
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird discusses the work the attorney general’s office is doing and other political news.
Iowa Press
On this edition of Iowa Press, we discuss the status of Iowa’s restaurant and beverage industry and some of the challenges faced by those business owners and employees.
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Stories
Are your ducks in a row? October 20-26 is National Estate Planning Week and we celebrate all month long.
Featured in Iowa Life, this collection of established Iowa artisans showcases the state’s vibrant and growing arts and culture scene.
It was a beautiful day in the neighborhood with gorgeous weather welcoming more than 1,000 participants to our Be My Neighbor Day.
The final day of the 2025 Iowa State Fair is coming to a close. STEM Day, bunny yoga, figure 8 racing and more - it might have been the last day but it was still action packed from beginning to end.
On the last Saturday of the fair, our TV crews were wrapping up the final nightly show, but attendees continued to pour into the fairgrounds, enjoying everything from the Ladies' Nail Driving Contest to the morning Llama Show.
Day 9 is coming to a close and what a day! The first Lineman's Rodeo at the fair, but the return of the calling classics - Mom Calling, Husband Calling, Hog Calling - and plenty of fair time fun is had by all.
It was Parks & Rec Day at the Iowa State Fair, which features the Pie Eating Contest, Big Wheel Racing and more, alongside other fun opportunities like the Cornhole Tournament and the ongoing daily adventures of the fair.
Day 7 of the Iowa State Fair was a day of fun and action, from the last day of the Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pull to Pioneer Hall's Hill showcasing throwing contests, including rubber chickens and cow chips.
We're halfway through the Iowa State Fair and our teams are still out filming fun events, like the Beard Growing Contest, while fairgoers of all ages enjoy iconic displays and educational moments.
The first Monday of the Iowa State Fair is always the Veterans' Day parade, and with mostly mild weather, fairgoers also enjoyed many of the daily fun, from the Flying Royals acrobatic team to the Cowboy Bootcamp for kids.
See highlights from the first Sunday of the Iowa State Fair, including the iconic Fiddlers' Contest and Monster Arm Wrestling, alongside the work of FFA and 4-H students.
Road Trip Iowa
Road Trip Iowa
Discover cultural and historical landmarks along western Iowa's Lincoln Highway.
Road Trip Iowa
Discover cultural and historical landmarks along central Iowa's Lincoln Highway.
Road Trip Iowa
Journey through time on this historic stretch of the Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Discover uniquely Midwestern history and culture on this stretch of the Lincoln Highway.
Road Trip Iowa
Follow in the footsteps of Iowa's earliest settlers on the Historic Hills Scenic Byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Explore the limestone and the landscapes that inspired Iowa's best-known artist.
Road Trip Iowa
Explore the hilly terrain and expansive views along the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Discover Iowa’s unique and natural landmarks on the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Explore the River Bluffs loop to learn Iowa history through breathtaking scenery.
Road Trip Iowa
Experience the beauty of northeast Iowa on the Driftless Area Scenic Byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Discover sights the Maquoketa River has carved on the Delaware Crossing Scenic Byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Take a road trip through time, from a legendary two-lane blacktop to the remnant prairie.
Road Trip Iowa
Explore more than just Madison County’s famous covered bridges along this scenic byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Explore the unique cultures of multiple ethnic communities along the Iowa River valley.
Road Trip Iowa
Discover Iowa’s charm and beauty along the southern portion of the Great River Road.
Road Trip Iowa
Explore highlights on Great River Road National Scenic Byway from Dubuque to Davenport.
Road Trip Iowa
Visit treasures along the Great River Road National Scenic Byway from Lansing to Dubuque.
Road Trip Iowa
Go for a drive on Iowa’s northern portion of the Jefferson Highway Heritage Byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Take an adventure along Iowa’s southern portion of the Jefferson Highway Heritage Byway.
Road Trip Iowa
Discover Iowa’s cultural and agricultural heritage on the Western Skies Scenic Byway.
Wander & Wonder
Wander & Wonder
Make your own bubble solution with these simple ingredients.
Wander & Wonder
Plan a trip around Iowa by making a travel collage.
Wander & Wonder
Abby and Zoey celebrate their friendship by designing bracelets for each other.
Wander & Wonder
Abby and her friend Augie celebrate Earth Day and spring by making a bird feeder.
Wander & Wonder
Learn about growing food and making a pizza... with ingredients from the dirt.
Wander & Wonder
Abby and Braelyn visit the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden to discover the parts of a flower and the important role flowers play in pollination.
Wander & Wonder
Abby and Alana visit the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden to discover that plants have lots of ways to collect, direct and absorb water.
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News & Events
Season 3 of Iowa PBS’s magazine-style series Iowa Life premieres Tuesday, October 14.
Now in its 13th year, the Iowa PBS Ready for School program brings education specialists from the statewide public television network together with teachers, parents, childcare providers and community partners to implement STEM and literacy-based activities for children 2-5 years old.
Experience the magic of an Irish Christmas with Michael Londra, the host of Ireland With Michael, on Nov. 15 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.