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Johnny Carson & the BBQ Battle

Corning, IA: Adams County The birthplace of Johnny Carson is becoming a complete summer destination more and more every year. The ample amount of camping options, fishing opportunities, and scenic Iowa landscapes, and an incredible Main Street District. Why am I not talking about the BBQ yet? Let’s eat! I had the opportunity to be a… Continue reading Johnny Carson & the BBQ Battle

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I had no idea a coal miners reunion was on my bucket list. Check that one off!

Adams County and Cass County (Our 1st and 2nd counties!) It was time to get back to Adams County, IA and show the wife and kids where the Goodvin family started its empire. Like always, we started our trek from our home in Iowa City and took our time on the 3 hour ride to Lake Icaria where… Continue reading I had no idea a coal miners reunion was on my bucket list. Check that one off!