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Happy Birthday Shirley Witte

Sunday, October 13, 2024

Happy Birthday Shirley Witte

Happy Birthday Shirley Witte

Shirley Witte celebrates her 90th Birthday

on October 18!

Please join us in this celebration by showering her

with cards and well-wishes. Send cards to:

Shirley Witte

325 Collins Rd. SE #426

Cedar Rapids, IA 52403-1034

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The internet started in a “bread truck” with Cedar Rapids technology. This film shows how.

The internet started in a “bread truck” with Cedar Rapids technology. This film shows how.

The internet started in a “bread truck” with Cedar Rapids technology. This film shows how.

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State Government Oct. 13, 2025 8:39 am2d ago

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Health & Wellness Oct. 9, 2025 5:30 am6d ago

Runners: strength training twice a week will improve endurance, speed, power and efficiency. Here’s how.

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Bike rides are becoming more popular. These two are building on the culture.

Bike rides are becoming more popular. These two are building on the culture.

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People & Places Oct. 8, 2025 7:29 am7d ago

Pet of the Week: Meet Layzie

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The fourth quarter of life: How to finish strong and focus on what matters most

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St. Thérèse relics begin U.S. tour with stop at Michigan parish

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Religion & Belief Oct. 1, 2025 2:04 pm14d ago

Jane Goodall, conservationist renowned for chimpanzee research and environmental advocacy, has died

Jane Goodall, conservationist renowned for chimpanzee research and environmental advocacy, has died

Jane Goodall, conservationist renowned for chimpanzee research and environmental advocacy, has died

Hallie Golden - Associated Press

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