Iowa City|News|
Granite Countertops, Porches, Fireplaces and Country Living: WOW Homes for Sale in Iowa Real Estate
Take a tour of some of the homes for sale around Iowa this week.
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- Iowa City, IA
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.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
BREAKING Report: Michele Bachmann and Johnston Woman Settle Lawsuit Over Homeschool Records
A lawsuit between Barb Heki, of Johnston, and Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann has been dismissed with prejudice, according to a report.
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Marion, IA|News|
The New Yorker Cover: Is Sesame Street an Appropriate Prop for Commentary on Gay Marriage Ruling?
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Iowa City|News|
The New Yorker Cover: Is Sesame Street an Appropriate Prop for Commentary on Gay Marriage Ruling?
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Waukee, IA|News|
8-Year-Olds Got Game: Iowa Youth Softball Team Tops in U.S.
The Waukee Warriors are heading to the youth softball World Series in Kansas City. Help them raise money for the trip by going to their car wash at Fareway in Waukee on Saturday morning.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
Bowler from Urbandale a 'Big Name' at PBA Tournament This Weekend
Tom Hess, of Urbandale stands, out along with Jake Peters, of Decatur, IL, as the "big names" entered in the PBA Mike Jankovsky Allstate Agent Midwest Open.
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Ames, IA|News|
Iowa State Stars Sign On With Teams After NBA Draft 2013
Former Iowa State Cyclones standouts didn't get selected in the NBA draft, but it appears Chris Babb will get a chance to play for the Phoenix Suns and Will Clyburn will get a shot with the Sacramento Kings.
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Marion, IA|News|
Fire Destroys Condos, Displaces 4
An overnight fire has completely destroyed two attached condominiums on Water Point Court SW in Cedar Rapids.
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Cedar Falls, IA|News|
Movie Reviews: 'White House Down', 'The Heat', 'World War Z' and More
Movie reviews and movie times for theaters in and around Cedar Falls, including "Man of Steel" and "Monsters University". Let Patch help you decide what you're going to see this weekend.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
All (Thankfully) Escape 5-Car Collision in Urbandale With No Serious Injuries or Deaths
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West Des Moines, IA|News|
Quick-Acting Iowa Baseball Team Helps Save Life After Coach Collapses With Heart Attack
Coaches and players from the West Des Moines Valley's baseball team helped save the life of assistant coach Blake Weber, who collapsed with a heart attack during practice earlier this year.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
Video: Urbandale Teen Cautions Others After Surviving Skateboard Trick Gone Terribly Wrong
Brandon Witt, Urbandale, speaks about surviving a brutal fall on his skateboard while attempting a dangerous maneuver.
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West Des Moines, IA|News|
Aldi Coming to West Des Moines: Will You Shop at the Discount Grocer?
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Iowa City|News|
Redesigning Downtown Iowa City: What Should Change?
Iowa City officials, consultants and community members are exploring changes to downtown Iowa City.
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