The Outside Scoop

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"Or if sweet is more your style, step up to the counter at one of our many magical ice cream shops, such as The Outside Scoop." - Karla Walsh Karla Walsh Karla Walsh is a freelance writer based in Des Moines, Iowa. She has written about travel, health, food, wine, psychology, fitness, beauty, and beyond for more than 15 years. She has visited four continents and near

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