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I was sick Monday and I’m feeling pretty lousy again today. So not much blogging will be done. Unfortunately, today …
A couple weeks ago, I wrote a column gushing about the University of Iowa’s new $70 million, 20,000-square-foot Campus Recreation and Wellness …
I wouldn’t declare Gov. Chet Culver’s re-election campaign dead just yet. But I would recommend getting its affairs in order. …
It’s Friday. It’s Hot. There are a lot of big, important questions to be asked on many fronts, but I’m …
One thing I missed in yesterday’s unveiling of “Iowa for Freedom,” Bob Vander Plaats’ new Iowa Supreme Court justice removal …
Some Cedar Rapids City Council members are worried about the city’s curb appeal. They’re concerned that we’ve put out tattered welcome …
A well-deserved honor for a great woman: Iowa Women’s Hall of Fame Inductees Announced (DES MOINES) Four remarkable women will …
I lived in Ames for six years before moving to Eastern Iowa, and it’s been surreal today reading/watching flooding updates …
Former and future Gov. Terry Branstad’s campaign spokesman tells The Register of Des Moines that his boss won’t be dabbling …
It actually makes pretty good business sense to exploit workers with disabilities. The returns are great while you’re getting away …
I opened my mailbox at home the other day, and found this fundraising appeal from the campaign to keep Iowa …
Terry Branstad’s campaign says he’ll accept three debates with Gov. Chet Culver, including an Oct. 7 rumble in Cedar Rapids. …
You have to admire his staying power, I guess. There was Bob Vander Plaats, fresh from his third failed bid …
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