Finding Phenomena in Nature | Iowa Science Phenomena
The video features Buena Vista County naturalist Katie Struss describing Iowa Science Phenomena, a program that invites the public to explore everyday natural wonders—from fireflies to oak savanna habitats—through hands‑on events. Struss explains that phenomena need not be grand; a ladybug, a snail shell, or a turning maple leaf qualify. The recent July “Phenomena blitz” combined a daytime prairie and woodland walk with a sunset transition to nocturnal activities, including firefly watching, bat observations, and visits from barred owls. She recounts moments such as children’s excitement over fireflies and the surprise of seeing multiple barred owls, noting, “It renewed my passion” and “I’ve been in this field over 15 years, yet I still learn.” These anecdotes illustrate how direct observation sparks curiosity for participants of all ages. By making science tangible, the blitz strengthens community ties to local ecosystems, encourages new hobby development, and equips educators with fresh stories to engage audiences, ultimately fostering broader environmental stewardship across Iowa.
The Legacy of Iowa DNR Biologist Ron Howing in Wetland Preservation | Iowa Life
The video honors Ron Howing, a retired Iowa Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologist whose five‑decade career reshaped the state’s wetlands. Howing began wetland restoration in the early 1980s, leveraging the Conservation Reserve Program to convert marginal, erodible farmland into prairie...
XBrooklyn Rocking Iowa | Iowa Life
The video follows Tobi Parks, a musician who left New York for Iowa and founded the nonprofit venue xBrooklyn (xBk). He leveraged his background in music and law to create Station One Records and a 250‑seat space that prioritizes community...
Studio 3 LIVE: Best of Season 3
Studio 3 LIVE’s Season 3 recap aired on Iowa PBS, celebrating a dozen musicians ranging from folk‑rooted Chicago Farmer to Austin‑born blues‑rock guitarist Jackie Venson. Funded by Prairie Meadows Casino and the Iowa PBS Foundation, the hour‑long special highlighted the program’s mission to blend regional...
Socks in the Frying Pan | Studio 3 LIVE
Studio 3 Live welcomed Irish traditional trio Socks in the Frying Pan, an award‑winning act from Ennis, County Clare. Host Mickey Davis introduced the band’s roots—an accidental seven‑night‑a‑week pub stint that sparked a 17‑year journey from local Irish venues to...
All Aboard at Watson Station: Reliving Iowa’s Railroad Past | Iowa Life
Watson Station, nestled in Missouri Valley City Park, is a replica train depot named after Johnny Watson, the mid‑1960s steam‑train operator who loved children. The site offers a short, family‑friendly ride on the “Jimmy King Express,” turning a modest park attraction into a...
Iowa Welder Tanner King Turns Farm Roots Into Striking Public Art | Iowa Life
Iowa welder Tanner King leverages his family’s farm‑equipment repair heritage to create large‑scale steel and copper sculptures that dot public spaces across west‑central Iowa. By repurposing discarded agricultural metal, he transforms utilitarian materials into striking landmarks that celebrate local history....