Welcome to the Daily Umbrella podcast for Tuesday, July 21. We bring you the stories you need to know to start your day. Let's begin with our top local story. …

Strong storms rolled through central Iowa Monday evening, leaving behind flooded streets, stranded motorists, downed trees and scattered power outages. Des Moines police responded to numerous reports of flooded roadways, vehicles trapped in high water, and trees and power lines blocking streets. If you're heading out this morning, be alert for lingering road closures and cleanup crews. …

In southern Iowa, another historic building has suffered major damage. One year after a devastating fire destroyed a landmark on Albia's town square, part of the historic Skean's Block building collapsed, forcing additional road closures as officials assess the structure. …

In business news, the Des Moines-based Krause Group is expanding its international sports portfolio. The company announced plans to acquire a majority stake in Casa Pia AC, a historic soccer club in Portugal's top professional league. Once approved, the club will join the group's growing collection that already includes Italy's Parma Calcio and Iowa's own Des Moines Menace. …

Around Iowa, the Palo City Council approved a data center ordinance despite vocal opposition from residents who wanted stronger protections. The vote could help pave the way for a future Google data center project. …

Turning to today's weather, after yesterday's storms, Mother Nature is giving us a much-needed break. Expect sunshine, breezy conditions and a high of 84 degrees, with comfortable humidity. Even better, the forecast looks pleasant through midweek. …

If you're looking for the ultimate hamburger bun, food columnist Jim Duncan says George Formaro's new potato brioche buns are about as good as it gets. He calls them the perfect squishy bun that somehow holds together while making oversized burgers much easier to eat. They are available at Gateway Market, and judging by Jim's review, they may disappear from your kitchen as quickly as they did from his. …

And if you're searching for a food bargain today, there are plenty of Tuesday specials around the metro. Johnny's Italian Steakhouse features beef tips Stroganoff for $14, including a beverage before 4 p.m. Pelican Post is serving a smashburger, fries and a draft beer for $12. Kelly's Little Nipper has a pork tenderloin basket with a drink for $11.50, and many local restaurants are celebrating Taco Tuesday with discounted tacos all day long. …

If classic cars are more your speed than classic burgers, don't miss the latest issue of CITYVIEW magazine. Jackie Wilson explores why vintage automobiles continue to capture attention decades after they first rolled off the assembly line. While today's SUVs often blend together, classic cars still stand out with distinctive styling, chrome accents and unmistakable personality. …

Looking back in history, today marks the anniversary of the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861, the first major land battle of the Civil War. It is also the anniversary of the release of the final Harry Potter book in 2007 and the conclusion of NASA's final space shuttle mission in 2011. …

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