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New view for an Iowa town

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Phoebe MuthartAugust 2, 2023

Madrid, Iowa, is located just to the west of a direct line connecting Ames and Des Moines. The population is about 2,360, according to the 2009 U.S. Census estimate: large enough to support many local conveniences, such as gas stations, … Continue reading →

Beating a path Bike infrastructure booms

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Julie YoungAugust 2, 2023

Cities looking to promote cycling throughout the community often start by creating separate bike lanes on city streets. Helping businesses install bike racks outside of their establishments and creating bike boulevards are additional steps that can be taken.

Next to walking and hiking, cycling is the most popular outdoor activity in the United States. As more Americans take to their bikes and ride, municipalities are developing innovative bike paths and off-road trails and implementing bike share programs in … Continue reading →