Here in the Midwest, each state has its own charm. In this podcast series, we sat down with members of the Urban Plains team to showcase the uniqueness of each Midwest state. […]
People and Places
Overthrowing the Loneliness Epidemic
How third spaces are redefining social spaces beyond home and work. Loneliness—we all feel it. Glued to our screens, counting Instagram like after like, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the world […]
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Designed By The Streets
Tone the MoveMaker is making moves. Get to know his unique clothing brand Designed by the Streets. Located in Des Moines, Iowa, this small business sells interactive clothing items, tees packed like […]
People and Places
Spectacular historical combat—in a mall
Recreating explosive historical combat, the Band of Iron Lions is bringing medieval fighting to a renaissance fair near you. Two dueling fighters, Wolfgang and Sir Daniel, slowly circle each other, armed with […]