PETA to resume booth at Iowa State Fair after dispute
PETA will reopen its booth at the Iowa State Fair following a clash over a graphic undercover video. Fair officials say PETA left voluntarily after a dispute over uncensored footage and profane subtitles.
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Iowa Democratic official faces OWI arrest
Michael Kiernan first vice chairman of the Iowa Democratic Party was arrested in Des Moines for driving while intoxicated after failing to stop at a stop sign and weaving. Police reported blood alcohol content above legal limit and Kiernan later posted bond and supported responsibility.
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Indiana hog wins Big Boar at Iowa State Fair
Reggie, a 1335 pound Indiana hog, becomes the first out of state entry to win the 37 year old Big Boar contest at Des Moines. Buddy from Postville places second with 1128 pounds as Rick Stockdale and Ernie Barnes praise Iowa’s hog leadership.
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