Omaha Culinary Tour & Magnolia Hotel Stay Giveaway
It’s obvious we love to travel. We are also big fans of our hometown of Omaha. One thing that we love about this city is that we are always finding […]
Windsor Theatre show takes North Iowa back in time
We had the chance to take a step back in time during our visit to Franklin County, Iowa. The Windsor Theatre was the site of “An Evening Like It used […]
North Iowa ag industry highlights advancements in farming
Agriculture is easily the top industry in North Iowa’s Franklin County. Farm fields dot the landscape, with soybeans and corn the main crops. We received a close-up look into some […]
Hampton downtown could pass for ‘Main Street USA’
Having grown up in small towns, I can tell you there is nothing like a Main Street. It’s home to Mom and Pop stores and restaurants. It’s where you say […]
Experience St Louis Family Getaway Package – Giveaway
Our third blogging birthday celebration continues with a look back to another favorite Midwest destination – St. Louis MO. Missouri is known as the “Show Me” state, and St. Louis […]
Omaha Mammoths usher in new football league
Professional football has returned to Omaha. The Omaha Mammoths stomped the Boston Brawlers 41-18 in the inaugural game of the Fall Experimental Football League (FXFL). This is Omaha’s second dance […]
Franklin County museum recognizes local military leader, area history
Hampton, Iowa, is home to a major figure from World War II. Admiral William Leahy served as the Chief of Staff for two presidents – Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry […]
Enchanted Acres more than pumpkins in North Iowa
I always thought that the orange pumpkin you buy at a pumpkin patch for Halloween or the fall season was THE only real type of pumpkin out there. Call me […]
Franklin County, Iowa, ‘combines’ agriculture and attractions into fun, educational visit
What do latte, farm combines, vaudeville and pumpkins have in common? They make for a great weekend in North Iowa. Lisa and I were invited to be one of five […]
White Sands, Petroglyphs highlight Albuquerque attractions
During our visit to Albuquerque for the International Balloon Fiesta in 2010, we thought it’d be interesting to check out some new attractions. We’ve been to Albuquerque a few […]