This New Hampshirite migrated west to Olympia, Washington, south to Florida and wound up in the middle in Iowa. I studied journalism and political science at University of Iowa, and have worked professionally as a journalist covering higher education, city government and business. Investigative projects, covering RAGBRAI as an embedded reporter and paddling down the Iowa River for three days to report on its condition are some of my favorite assignments. I have many different interests: spending time with my family, hiking, biking, paddling, cooking, craft beers, writing, college and pro sports. I used to work as a professional chef, I've traveled to 49 of the 50 states, teach a backpacking course at the University of Iowa, and volunteer on the Board of Directors for the Bicyclists of Iowa City.
Division of Criminal Investigation special agent Larry Hedlund, who initiated the pursuit of a speeding vehicle carrying Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad, was been placed on leave.
Pets and fireworks don't mix. Here's some public safety tips.
Details, schedule and other information for Freedom Fest and Fourth of July events in Cedar Rapids.
Abandoned signs for the Spy Bar and Asian Massage caught the eye of Marion City Council members, who want to enact a law to more quickly get signs removed after a business has closed.
Ashley Elmore, a registered nurse from Center Point, won a $30,000 top prize playing the ‘Crossword’ scratch game.
Lance Armstrong is expected to participate in RAGBRAI, in what would be his first serious public appearance since admitting doping in an interview to Oprah Winfrey.
Lance Armstrong is expected to participate in RAGBRAI, in what would be his first serious public exposure since admitting doping in an interview to Oprah Winfrey.
Cedar Rapids police are seeking a woman they believe stole a billfold and used the credit cards. The theft occurred at a store in northeast Cedar Rapids.
Dan Reinke of Forest Lake, MN, is walking across America to inspire people to turn back to their faith to make the world a better place.
Doug Gross says Iowa Governor Terry Branstad has really strong odds to win in the 2014 governors race.
Doug Gross says Iowa Governor Terry Branstad has really strong odds to win in the 2014 governors race.
Check out the weather for Marion and Cedar Rapids area.
K9 Acres and Cheyenne Park will be closed for a day each this week to spray for weeds.
PurseNality of Marion is changing ownership, and store hours.
Cedar Rapids Fire Department has some tips for staying safe on Fourth of July.
Kandie Vaughn, the stepmother of soldier Travis Vaughn, who died in Afghanistan, spoke with Cedar Falls Patch about what it means to have a memorial dedicated to Travis Vaughn's memory at Cedar Falls High School.
