Melody Parker

In collaboration with the Courier for 15 years, adoptable dogs at the Cedar Bend Humane Society are ready for Howl-o-ween – and forever homes.

The meal will feature turkey, dressing, sweet corn, cranberry salad, mashed potatoes and gravy, and pie.

The play is on stage at the Strayer-Wood Theatre on the University of Northern Iowa campus, exploring themes of betrayal, revenge, magic, love and redemption.

More than 40 Midwestern artists will showcase and sell a variety of artworks.

This adaptation of the classic tale focuses on the darker elements of the story, adding depth to the characters.

Wartburg College student music groups have been rehearsing since classes began in September for Christmas with Wartburg concerts, Dec. 7 and 8 in Waverly, and Dec. 6 in Des Moines.

More than 300 Wartburg College music students will celebrate 'Hear the Angels Sing' with classic and new Christmas music.

'I want to do things to help our community, and I love the feeling I get from being able to be of service to someone or to an event or