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The nexus between extreme weather events and climate change - we will be connecting the dots between the two and why it matters to you.

These are short discussions of various aspects of American politics in particular and the nature of politics and political affairs generally.

A collection of the finest newsletters with fewer than 1,000 subscribers, with special love given to the under 500 subscriber stacks out there.

Exploring history you never learned in school — but wish you had

Thoughts on government transparency, politics and civic affairs written weekly -- and sometimes, weakly -- by a longtime advocate for government transparency.

Hey there! We are Jason and Emma Walsmith - we call ourselves racontourists - and yes we made that word up, a beautiful mish mash of two words we are very fond of. We will write about music, travel, people, places and things.

Uncensored columns from an exiled newspaper man

Stories and Sounds from a Life In Jazz and Journalism

Narratives from a Meskwaki on modern day America in the Midwest.

If you are a person who often finds themself saying, "remember when?" and also "How were the 80s FORTY years ago?" then the Midsection is the place for you Join me for a stroll down memory lane, some GenX musings, and even a bit of fiction.

Weekly writing tips, tricks, and advice from bestselling author, Nicole Baart. With over 15 years of industry experience and 11 traditionally published books, Nicole has much to share about craft, productivity, the writing industry, and inspiration.

A unique perspective on public affairs built on commentary, historical perspective, and subject matter that is deeply researched.

A Substack about community for people who want to be better neighbors. Life in my small, rural, Iowa town is idyllic--and also really hard. I imagine the same can be said about wherever you live. Come join the conversation!

Weekly poems and writings on finding your way through the mud.

Stories (and questions) about Midwestern lives, including my own.

Musings and observations on sports, gardening, travel — and anything else I care to write about.

Pushes "publish" before editing. Deer whisperer. Dementia patient advocate. MFA in Creative Writing. Published in the Virginia Quarterly Review. Writes about big trouble in small towns.

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This column consists of Letters to the Editor of the Iowa Writers' Collaborative.

An award-winning Iowa journalist's observations on politics, current events, family and some random things, too.

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Exploring Iowa, the "Land Between Two Rivers," through history, road trips, and more. Posts appear about every 10 days.

Thursday highlights about a classical piece or composer along with Saturday classical picks for a beautiful start to your weekend.

Join me on my travels in Iowa outdoors.

Where you'll discover great food finds and the best restaurant experiences in Des Moines.

Where Fact and Fiction Merge Into One. Smart Thinking, Creativity, and Celebrating Being Bold, Ferocious, and Brave. An Independent Press in a Red State.

Step into a sanctuary curated by Esmé, featuring guest contributors like R.F. Kuang & Jenny Odell. Each edition presents essays & prompts exploring the beauty/complexity of being alive. Unlock 2 monthly essays & bonus resources with a paid subscription.

Women's sports stories from Iowa - a place where new generations of female athletes carry on a century of success.

Essays and explorations on the creative life in the Midwest.

Born in Saigon, Vietnam. Nearly lifelong Iowan writing about people, places, and things.

Connect with the Latino communities in Iowa.

Column of news and observations from the Waterloo-Cedar Falls and greater Cedar Valley area.

I write about the importance of simply showing up.

Adventures in travel, food and fun. And Iowa sports, of course.

In this space, I’ll write about the people, places, and learnings that have helped to shape me and my journey here in Iowa.

opinions on topics

Diverse people voice their opinions for the Iowa Writers Collaborative

Stories from along the thoroughfare and down the side streets, too

Current events, rural living/consumer issues, women's challenges, Iowa life

Highlighting Black triumph from the West Coast to the Midwest - and beyond. Posting multimedia stories about small Black-owned businesses.

Consistently ahead of the curve political commentary and analysis

Consider this a warning: I write about whatever inspires me. It's random, I know.

Reflections on change and transformation.

A place to make meaning through writing, meditation and miracles. Discover how the thoughts you think, the stories you tell, and the way you look at life determine the world you live in.

How to be a more informed news consumer and understand why journalists do what they do

News, opinions and ideas from the Quad-Cities, where the river runs east to west

Black Iowa News is an independent news platform designed to highlight Black perspectives, showcase the Black community and amplify the voices of Black Iowans — online and in print.

...Iowa, small towns, and saddle shoes

A tale of two homesteads, one among the Amish, the other in Connemara, Ireland. A serialization of a new book of non-fiction.