Central Iowa - My Neighborhood

I have lived in Central Iowa my whole life. Which is a long time. Here are my favorite things and thoughts about the area.

Eating Around Town





Flying Mango: Trying The Des Moines Restaurant I Use to Love

Things to Do

Central Iowa Farmers Markets to Check Out


Why Central Iowa Is Good

10 Reasons Central Iowa Is Great To Raise A Family


The Olden Days

The Early 2000's - Coconut Joe's, Vieux Carre & More Around Central Iowa

The Des Moines Grand Prix
The Des Moines Grand Prix took place 1989-1994

The Hydrotube at Southridge Mall
A waterslide at Southridge Mall? Do you remember?



Travel Spots


Interesting

Silos and Smokestacks Signs - Say What?


The Oldest Italian Restaurant in Des Moines? Noah's Ark



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