Liz Brown born in Waterloo, raised in Sumner, grew up in Nashua and lives in Oelwein - Always on the move, but keeping her heart and feet planted in Iowa. Liz is the proud mother of 2 boys and a girl.....and blessed with a grandson too. When not at work Liz enjoys seeking new adventures, finding new places to eat or shop, cooking & baking, wine tastings and spending time with family & friends. Many have told Liz that she has a smile and laugh all her own.
Liz Brown
40 Iowa Schools Participate in “A Is For Apple” Initiative
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey thanked the 40 schools in 17 communities across the state that participated in the Iowa Farm to School’s “A is For Apple” initiative this fall.
Iowa Farm to School Challenge “A is for Apple”
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey encouraged Iowa schools to consider participating in the “A is for Apple” initiative and the Midwest Great Apple Crunch to help celebrate local foods and the farmers who grow them.
“We are in the midst of apple season and these two initiatives are a great opportunity for students to try Iowa-grown apples,” Northey said. “...
Oelwein Teen Crowned Iowa Dairy Princess 2015
An 18-year-old from Oelwein, was crowned the 62nd Iowa Dairy Princess during an evening ceremony at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines Wednesday, August 12.
Iowa Dairy Princess to be Announced
Eleven young women involved with the Iowa dairy community will compete in the contest to win the title of 62nd Iowa State Dairy Princess. The contest will begin on August 11 in Ankeny, with the coronation on Wednesday, August 12, at 8 p...
A Splash from the Past: Swimming at the Quarries
Bringing back a favorite splash this summer. No swimming pool could bring the memories that we created while swimming area quarries and ponds when I was a kid. From swimming with the tadpoles and turtles to beach volleyball in the sand, summers "back then" were the best.
Toddler Masters Nunchuk Moves From Bruce Lee Movie
It is said the mimicking or copying someone is the largest compliment you can give. If that's the case, then this 5 year old toddler from Japan has it mastered.
Area Beef Producers Boost Beef Billboards
Central Iowa commuters observed beef billboards while traveling throughout the Des Moines metro area during May Beef Month and into part of June Steak Month. Thanks to the collaborative efforts between the Chickasaw, Dallas, Ida, Madison, and Sioux County Cattlemen’s Associations, working alongside the Beef Checkoff Program, five digital billboards enticed consumers to choose beef for their grills
Keep Your Eyes On The Road
Nearly everyone has heard the preaching, "Keep your eyes on the road, stop texting and driving", we may have even spoken it at times, but do we follow it? Do we truly and honestly understand just how fast "it" can all go wrong?
This video was a reality check for me...
Farmers Market Coupons for Older Iowans, WIC Recipients
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey today announced that Farmers Market Nutrition Program applications are now available for eligible WIC recipients and low-income older Iowans.
The WIC Farmers Market Nutrition and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Programs provide eligible Iowans with checks that can be redeemed for fresh, locally grown produce at authorized farmers markets and farm stands f
World Pork Expo’s MusicFest Has Something For Everyone
World Pork Expo in Des Moines, will present four diverse musical acts during MusicFest on Thursday, June 4, offering something for everyone. From 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., attendees can take in the musical performances on Grand Avenue at the Iowa State Fairgrounds...