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5 places in Iowa to donate clothes, shoes, and more
Here’s a list of 5 alternatives to Goodwill where your contributions will make a big impact in Iowa.
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Struggling with your mental health after surviving a disaster? Here’s how to look after yourself
There’s the initial shock and chaos in a collective disaster like the deadly and destructive California wildfires. Here’s what you can do in the aftermath.
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Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture, and education.
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Guest post: Governor’s priorities ‘merely lip service’
Iowans come together in times of crisis, and we’re going to have to come together a lot more if Reynolds continues to get her way.
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Celebrate Superb Owl Sunday in Iowa (no, it’s not a typo!)
Many Iowans have been following major-league football playoffs, and are counting the days until that second Sunday in February when all of America will be united. Well, except for those who aren’t as interested in football as they are in a magnificent bird of prey.
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Get nostalgic at Iowa’s old-fashioned soda fountains
Soda fountains are nostalgic, fun, and tasty spots to grab a drink or treat. Check out eight soda fountains in Iowa that are still operating today.
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It’s bald eagle spotting season in Iowa: Here’s how to find them, even around Des Moines
It’s the most majestic time of the year: bald eagle season! The impressive raptors are in town and can be seen soaring all around the waterways of the Des Moines area. Read on for some tips on how to spot them and to learn more about our nation’s most revered bird.
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Heartland AEA begins dramatic restructuring following Republican’s AEA changes and cuts
A state agency that supports students from kindergarten to age 21 with special needs is anticipating major restructuring and reductions in the coming year. This after Iowa Republicans’ law redirecting their funding and scope of service. Heartland Area Education Agency (AEA) is bracing staff for even larger reductions in staff and services in response to…
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IA Republicans advance bill that could require schools to teach fetal personhood
Republican legislators advanced a bill requiring schools to show students in grades 7-12 videos about the stages of fetal development, without any requirements that the videos be scientifically or medically accurate.
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Facing first tragedy of his presidency, Trump blames DEI, Obama for plane crash
Sixty-seven people are presumed to be dead after a passenger plane collided Wednesday night with a US Army helicopter midair while approaching Reagan National Airport. Rather than provide measured leadership, Trump blamed DEI and Democrats for the deadly accident.
