B.A. Morelli, Patch Staff
- 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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Marion, IA|News|
What's Open and What's Closed For Fourth Of July in Marion
Fourth of July is next Thursday. Plan ahead for the holiday.
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Iowa City|News|
Iowa City, Cedar Rapids Businesses Nabbed In 'Largest-Ever Synthetic Drug Takedown'
The Den and In-Zone in Iowa City and YR Dollar Stop Liquor & Tobacco in Cedar Rapids were raided today as part of a 35 state sweep for synthetic drugs.
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Marion, IA|News|
How Did Marion Businesses Do In Undercover Check For Meth Ingredients?
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Iowa City|News|
Artists Bring Iowa City Benches To Outer Space: BenchMarks 2.0
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Marion, IA|News|
Update: Flooding Closes Grandstand and Ground Events at Linn County Fair 2013
The Linn County Fair begins today.
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Marion, IA|News|
'Huge Day,' Praise for SCOTUS: Eastern Iowans Respond to DOMA Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled DOMA unconstitutional and declined to rule on Proposition 8 - both wins for the gay rights movement.
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Marion, IA|News|
Police Investigating Homicide in Cedar Rapids
Police found Clifton West, 34, stabbed in an alley on Tuesday night. He later died at a local hospital.
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Marion, IA|News|
Need a Coach for Life? Linn-Mar Parent Makes a Living at It: Patch Business Spotlight
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Marion, IA|News|
'A True Sense of Togetherness': Marion Makes List of America's Top 10 Towns for This
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Iowa City|News|
Kids Hit Summer Boredom? 5 Low Cost Things to Do at Sycamore Mall
It's summertime, which means the kids are home. Here's some ideas to drop by Sycamore Mall.
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Marion, IA|News|
Man With Revoked License Leaves Scene of Accident: Marion Police Blotter
Arrests do not indicate convictions.
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Marion, IA|News|
Feature Your Business or Employee in the Marion Business Spotlight
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Marion, IA|News|
Keep Your Shirt On: Marion Pool Closed Through Wednesday But Splash Pad Open
Marion City pool remains closed, but there are more summertime cool down options nearby.
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Marion, IA|News|
Yelp's Top 10 Restaurants in Marion: Do You Agree?
Check out the top 10 rated restaurants in Marion, based on Yelp! reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?
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