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Ok, a bit of click bait. Seriously though, you can! You can do it on your lunch break at work, or waiting to pick up your kid from school. While you wait at the doctor’s office, or sitting on...

The cold is clearing and spring is finally (hopefully) here to stay! After a long, cold, snowy winter I know I’m excited for some longer and sunnier days. I’m also eager for all the spring markets coming up in...

Every year, July rolls around and I start watching for sales at my favorite local discount stores on supplies for my classroom. Most every store that you can buy school supplies at has some sort of sale during the...

At first I was disappointed. A few weeks ago I realized I wouldn't be able to join my husband and daughters when they planned a visit to our hometown. My husband had a weekend of golfing planned, and my daughters were going to...

Back to school was always such an exciting time when I was a kid–getting a new backpack, new school supplies, and always a new pair of gym shoes that were so shiny and white on that first day back. At...

The thing I love most about living in eastern Iowa are all the county fairs and our small town festivals. So much work and dedication make these happen year and after year by people who live here, and their...

It seems like all aspects of our lives are going digital, and saving money is no exception. Physical coupon-clipping is quickly becoming a thing of the past as we turn more and more to online shopping, e-coupons, and smart...

If you are an Iowa City native, chances are you already know all of the amazingness that is Stuff Etc. However, just in case you haven't heard, Stuff. Etc is the BEST!  Stuff is a consignment service operation that is...

Do you also have a partner that you think is the best dad ever but you are stumped on a gift idea for Father’s Day? Look below for some ideas you can snag from around downtown Iowa City! Beer Connoisseur A...

Warm weather is finally here, and kids all over the corridor are breaking out their bikes for some summer fun! Biking is a great outdoor activity for the whole family, but it comes with risks that are often overlooked....