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Preparing for the holidays
(Editorial ~ 11/25/13)
With Thanksgiving this week and the Christmas and New Year's holidays right around the corner, we offer "work ahead" suggestions on getting yourself and your home better prepared for holiday diners and guests. 1. Clean the refrigerator: Take advantage and clean the icebox before it is loaded with turkey, mashed potatoes, and all those holiday treats. ...
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CAEDC Action Report
(Column ~ 11/25/13)
Indeed, the manufacturing industry has been touted by President Obama, Republicans and Democrats in Congress, and state leaders -- actually, just about everyone agrees that a strong manufacturing base is key to our nation's future success. Iowa is forefront in plugging manufacturing as it is the largest component of our State's economy. ...
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Marguerite E. Roulstone (Obituary ~ 11/25/13)
Marguerite E. Roulstone of Cherokee, 98, passed away peacefully, Thursday evening, November 21, 2013 at Careage Hills in Cherokee. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 26, at 10:30 a.m. at the Memorial Presbyterian Church in Cherokee, with Rev. ... -
Chiropractor published in new book
(Local News ~ 11/25/13)
CORALVILLE, Ia. - Dr. Ron Robinson of Robinson Family Wellness located in Coralville, was recently featured as a contributing author of "The ART of Being Healthy - Wellness concepts from the Pros". In his chapter, Dr. Robinson takes readers through an exploration of their current beliefs about health and challenges them to discover the true meaning of health and wellness...
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Wulf in Macy Parade (Local News ~ 11/25/13)
Ridge View Dance Squad member Afton Wulf attended Marching Auxiliaries Dance Camp in June at South Sioux City, Neb. and she was chosen as one of the dancers to perform in the Macy Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Afton is undergoing four full days of practice in New York before she performs in the parade on Thanksgiving Day. Afton is a sophomore at Ridge View High School, and her parents are Kelby and Joy Wulf. Afton's dance instructor is Roxy Dutler. Photo contributed... -
CAASA helps victims achieve safety in Cherokee County (Local News ~ 11/25/13)
Connie Tofteberg, Domestic Abuse Advocate for Centers Against Abuse and Sexual Assault (CAASA), has been working in the human services field for the past 13 years. Throughout her career she has seen the devastating impacts of domestic violence on the individual victims as well as families involved... -
Water shut down rescheduled
(Local News ~ 11/25/13)
The City of Cherokee water shut down, originally scheduled for Friday November 22, had to be rescheduled and will now take place on Tuesday, November 26 at 9 a.m. for 6 hours, barring any problems. The area affected has also changed: Sequoia from Rock Island to Aspen,Hyland...
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River Valley educator honored (Local News ~ 11/25/13)
Aurelia native Jim Bezoni, a 5th/6th grade teacher at River Valley Elementary in Washta, was one of four Iowa educators who were recently selected to receive a prestigious award honoring their successful use of active learning with their students. The Iowa Children's Museum, which bestowed the honor upon the four educators, believes in the "Power of Play" and in the positive impact of active learning on child development and education. ...
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