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Host Abby Brown and her friend Ivy holding up frirendship bracelets they made together.

Sweet Ways to Share Love With Your Kids This Valentine’s Day

Create some holiday crafts with your kids to celebrate love, kindness and friendship.
Paul Yeager announcing high school girls basketball in his hot pink suit

A Decade of Dribbling: Our Girls Basketball Coverage

Iowa PBS Sports announcer Paul Yeager reflects on our decade of Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union basketball championships.
Grand View wrestler Olivia Brown faces off against an opponent

Women’s Wrestling Makes History on Iowa PBS

While Grand View's women's wrestling program isn't the first of its kind in Iowa, it will host the first women's college wrestling meet on our statewide public media.
Black History Month photo collection featuring George Washington Carver, Chuck D and Zora Neale Hurston

Celebrate Black History Month With Iowa PBS

Black History Month is a time to celebrate Black stories, culture and contributions. There’s plenty to watch, learn from and enjoy on Iowa PBS. Whether it’s history, storytelling or inspiration, this month’s programming has something for everyone.
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Live Coverage: NCAA Wrestling Showdown

This year Wartburg will host the Battle of the Burgs on January 30, 2025, at Levick Arena in Waverly.
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Tracing Roots: A Journey With a Genealogy Expert

Discovering and documenting the history of your ancestors can be a deeply rewarding experience, offering a unique connection to the past and a better understanding of your family's history.
Eliza Scarlet sitting at a desk

Your Favorite Dramas are Back

Whether you’re a fan of suspense, romance or historical intrigue, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as the winter nights unfold.
black and white wrestling photo with the Loras College and Coe College school logos

These Birds Aren’t Real, But the Schools Are

It's the battle of the fictional birds in our upcoming college wrestling meet between Coe and Loras colleges.
felting artwork, Woodsmith Shop nightstand project and a bowl of cherries

Explore New Programs During National Hobby Month

January is National Hobby Month and Iowa PBS has plenty of programs to help you find a brand new hobby, or refine the skills you already have!
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Presidential Fun Facts Quiz

Test our your presidential knowledge with our fun facts quiz about U.S. Presidents!
Announcers Jim Miller (left) and Tim Johnson (right) with wrestling trophies in the middle

College Wrestling Announcers' Story from the Mat to the Mic

Lifelong friends Tim Johnson and Jim Miller share their journeys from humble beginnings in Iowa wrestling rooms as they reunite as announcers for the return of College Wrestling.
Three photos from L-R: A choir singing, a man holding a poinsettia, a mother and son in front of a Christmas tree

Enjoy These Holiday Programs With Iowa PBS

As the holiday season is upon us, it’s time to cozy up and embrace the magic of festive programming. Whether you're craving heartwarming classics, spirited new releases or family-friendly favorites, this year's holiday lineup promises to deliver joy, nostalgia and plenty of reasons to gather around the screen.