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Homeowners Kendra and Richard Lint stand in front of historic James A. Beck House in Fairfield, Iowa

Restoring Art and Home

The Lints’ love of historic preservation inspired a move to Fairfield, Iowa, where they can afford their dream home and business.

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Iowa is Calling

Inspired individuals chase their dreams in Iowa for its lower cost of living, rich entrepreneurial ecosystem and creative, innovative and visionary minds.

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Put Down Roots

Thrive in towns rich in diversity, art and outdoor recreation opportunities. While Iowa is a great place to visit, it's an even better place to live.

Melissa Evans holds an empty wine glass in front of her new business.

Raising the Bar

The Lints’ love of historic preservation inspired a move to Fairfield, Iowa, where they can afford their dream home and business.

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Get to Know Iowa’s Seasons

Iowa has four beautiful seasons that offer stunning views, outdoor adventures and thrilling events year-round. Here's all you need to know.

Taylor Van Bruggen stands in her card making studio

Sending Creativity Home

Returning to Iowa gave papercraft purveyors Taylor and Jon Van Bruggen room to spread joy.

mural on a building features rainbow rivers pouring from the eyes of a Longhorn steer

The Art of Curating and Cultivating

Art Farm Iowa transformed a Worth County acreage into a creative destination.

Taking Farm to Table to New Heights

Osage-based chef and restaurateur Jessica Baldus crafts elevated menus with fresh ingredients from local farms.

A woman wearing a safety vest and helmet smiles while holding a clipboard.

Learning Alongside Entrepreneurs

Cedar Falls native Linden Terpstra returned to her hometown to launch her EHS startup.

A child in a wheelchair and her family splash in the water at a beach.

Improving Access for All

Des Moines' Easter Lake Park was revamped to be one of the most universally accessible parks in the country.

Kelly Madigan poses in Iowa's Loess Hills

The Path to Inspiration

Kelly Madigan created a community of nature lovers and artists in Iowa’s Loess Hills.

Jassmaray Johnson wearing an Iowa State sweatshirt with a textbook and lip gloss in front of a gray background

Beauty and the Business Plan

Iowa State University’s entrepreneurial energy helped Jassma’ray Johnson pursue her dorm room dreams.

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