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Iowa PBS’s Road Trip Iowa returns for an all new adventure across the state, showcasing historic sites, unique attractions and natural beauty along the way when season 3 premieres Monday, May 11.

Iowa PBS was recognized recently by the Iowa Broadcast News Association with six awards at the IBNA annual convention.

Iowa PBS will host Iowa Press Debates: U.S. Senate Democratic Primary on Tuesday, May 5 at 7 p.m. at Iowa PBS studios in Johnston, Iowa. 

Iowa PBS will host Iowa Press Debates: Republican Gubernatorial Primary on Tuesday, April 28 at 7 p.m. at Iowa PBS studios in Johnston, Iowa.

High school students in Iowa can get a unique glimpse into the world of media production while gaining practical and valuable experience in the industry.

As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Iowa PBS is highlighting the people and stories that continue to define the American spirit.

Explore the origins of the nation’s largest youth organization during The Legacy of 4-H, a new documentary from Iowa PBS premiering Monday, April 6 at 8 p.m.

Artifact Iowa uses real artifacts to uncover the powerful human stories behind them, showcasing moments of innovation, resilience, creativity and change that define the state’s past.

The wait is over! For the first time, Iowa PBS is your home for the 2026 IHSAA Boys State Basketball Championships. We’ll be bringing you every second of championship action!

Coverage of each class’ title game will take place Friday, March 6 starting at 5:45 p.m. and Saturday, March 7 starting at 2:15 p.m. Each game will be broadcast on statewide Iowa PBS and livestreamed on iowapbs.org and YouTube.

Taking place February 28–March 15, this year’s event features local productions, music events, popular dramas and more.

Picking up where the first documentary ended, Tractor Wars II examines how the tractor industry changed focus.

The wait is over! Iowa PBS is your home for the 2026 IHSAA Boys Wrestling Championships. We are ready to bring you every second of championship action.

From Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and coverage of the Iowa State Fair to Downton Abbey and Market to Market, Iowa PBS has been a trusted part of the state’s educational and cultural life for more than 50 years.

Iowa PBS Executive Director and General Manager Andrew Batt elected to the America's Public Television Stations (APTS) Board.