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Nitefall on the River: Atmosphere

Atmosphere plays a hotly-anticipated show at Nitefall on the River Saturday, August 23.

Lady Antebellum concert photos

Lady Antebellum put on a great show in front of a sold out State Fair Grandstand

STAR 102.5’s Deep Fried Dash

Ten lucky contestants race to win the Ford of their choice from Charles Gabus Ford and STAR 102.5.

STAR 102.5’s Deep Fried Dash

PHOTOS: Rob Silliman from Afton won a Ford Mustang from Charles Gabus Ford and STAR 102.5!

Goo Goo Dolls, Daughtry, Plain White T’s photos

The Goo Goo Dolls, Daughtry, and Plain White T’s put on a great show at the Fair Grandstand.

Win tickets to ‘Evita’

Nominate a powerful woman and you could win tickets to “Evita” at the Des Moines Civic Center and dinner at Baratta’s.

John Butler Trio – Nitefall on the River

See the John Butler Trio at Nitefall on the River at the Simon Estes Amphitheater Sunday night.

Ingrid Michaelson: CANCELLED

Just In: Ingrid Michaelson has cancelled her concert this Sunday due to an emergency. Refunds available at point of purchase.

Fitz & the Tantrums Concert Photos

See photos from the sold-out Fitz & the Tantrums show at Nitefall on the River here!

Win Tickets to The Dog Days of Summer

Register to win a four-pack of tickets to STAR 102.5’s Dog Days of Summer: {UPICKEM}

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Des Moines’ People’s Choice

See the best of the best in Central Iowa as voted on by YOU in the Des Moines’ People’s Choice!

What Happened?

Hear the latest dates-gone-wrong stories with “What Happened?” Presented by Pure Salon

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