Most Halloween shopping is done in the first two weeks of October, and a new ranking reveals what candies might be most popular in your state.
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Before we hit the postseason, Cody Goodwin empties his notebook with thoughts on Week 9 and reactions to the #iahsfb playoff pairings: desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/h…

The pioneering Iowa photographer and writer documented Iowa society for decades. She was inducted into the Iowa Women's Hall of Fame in 1996. desmoinesregister.com/story/life/202…

What was #iahsfb 's Week 9 like for the folks who put the playoff pairings together? Cody Goodwin spent last Friday with IHSAA staffers as the postseason picture came together. desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/h…

La Niña brought warmer temperatures last winter. Will the trend continue? desmoinesregister.com/story/news/202…

If you want to vote by mail, you must request an absentee ballot from your county auditor by 5 p.m. today. If you miss the deadline, you can still vote early in person. See what else you need to know to vote.

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Nearly three in five likely Iowa voters say they want to add a pro-gun amendment to the state Constitution stronger than the 2nd Amendment. desmoinesregister.com/story/news/pol…

Should Iowans be able to shoot pesky raccoons whenever they feel the need?

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Ahmed Musa has visions for Musa’s Lemonade. He wants to build brand recognition, add flavors, bottle the juice, buy a trailer, sell at RAGBRAI and rent a booth at the Iowa State Fair. desmoinesregister.com/story/life/202…

Using unclassified data, the team will 'lay the groundwork for future study' of UFOs by examining how the data is gathered by the public, local government and other sources.
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Election day occurs Nov. 8 in every state, but each state has their own deadlines for absentee ballot voters.
Here’s what you need to know about submitting absentee ballots. desmoinesregister.com/story/news/pol…

Fear is not only a character motivation in Ballet Des Moines' latest original work, but also one of the dancers in the show. desmoinesregister.com/story/entertai…

The Goo Goo Dolls will be performing at Stephens Auditorium in Ames on Oct. 30. Tickets for the concert are still available. desmoinesregister.com/story/entertai…

There's plenty of variety around the country when it comes to favorite Halloween candy. Here are the top choices in Iowa. desmoinesregister.com/story/entertai…

More than a thousand hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns were on display at Reiman Gardens’ annual Spirits in the Gardens event. desmoinesregister.com/picture-galler…

Gusts up to 50 mph will sweep from southwest Iowa into central and northwest Iowa on Sunday evening. desmoinesregister.com/story/news/202…

Now is a good time to start preparing for a recession if you haven’t begun already, financial advisers say.
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Travel experts say third-party websites like Expedia or Orbitz might offer the lowest airfares, but the savings aren't always risk-free. desmoinesregister.com/story/travel/a…

Local artist Jill Wells uses 'the power of touch' to discuss making art accessible for people with disabilities. desmoinesregister.com/story/news/202…