Linda Seger, who rebuilt her family’s flooded home on Cedar Rapids’ northwest side, sent me a video of this month’s Nashville flood. …
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Linda Seger, who rebuilt her family’s flooded home on Cedar Rapids’ northwest side, sent me a video of this month’s Nashville flood. …
Cedar Rapids’ must-see CC is giving itself some R&R this summer. Mayor Ron Corbett asked and received permission from his …
My former English teacher, Donald Dye, won Live! with Regis and Kelly’s top teacher in the nation contest. Here’s a …
While driving Ella to preschool this AM, she engaged me in conversation. “Dad, why are they naked on top?” Ella, …
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Our moms probably weren’t thinking about our health when they shooed us out the door to play – they …
One of my teachers from good old Belmond-Klemme schools, Donald Dye, is among five finalists for LIVE! with Regis and …
Finally got a chance last night to watch the last debate between Republican candidates for governor Terry Branstad, Rod Roberts and …
Politico has posted a copy of a confidential campaign briefing book prepared for Gov. Chet Culver’s weeklong re-election tour. You …
I’m going to be out of the office today. So the blog is on pause. Meanwhile, The Des Moines Register is sponsoring the …
The Field of Dreams is still for sale at this hour. Between pop cans and the change jar on top …
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