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AEA 267 occupational therapists provide needed services to area students
March 20, 2013 By Cindy Campbell Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants help people across their lifespan participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of... more »»
No, I don’t need nail polish
March 19, 2013 Why does every food or drink now have to have a gender attached to it? And why am I suddenly realizing I’m eating food for women? It seems there are many advertising campaigns out there that want to... more »»
Drones, filibusters and the soda jerk
March 17, 2013 I found myself in the unlikely position of supporting Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) last week. Normally, I am no fan of Sen. Paul. more »»
For your consideration
March 17, 2013 As of this writing the Catholic Church has selected a new Pope, Pope Francis. Before his tenure gets rolling I’d like the College of Cardinals to reconsider their 266th pontiff. more »»
Inheritance makes spouse nervous
March 16, 2013 Dear Mary: My husband and I have been married 40 years. We are debt free. All of our bills, major purchases, house and bank accounts have always been in both names. more »»
‘The Secret of NIMH’ tells charming tale
March 15, 2013 The Orpheum invites you to revisit your childhood and to introduce your children to “The Secret of NIMH.” Based on the Newberry Award winning novel, “Mrs. more »»
Advice to parents from preschoolers
March 14, 2013 April is nationally recognized as Prevent Child Abuse month. Many of you will see displays, signs, events, et. more »»
IVCCD: Committed to fiscal sustainability through energy conservation
March 13, 2013 In 2010, Iowa Valley Community College District (IVCCD) developed a new strategic agenda to guide and direct decision-making for the next three years. more »»
Roller coaster winter continues
March 12, 2013 Say what you want about Mother Nature — and I’m sure she’s been getting called every name in the book — at least she keeps it interesting. more »»
Back in the black and ready to spend
March 10, 2013 There comes a time in a man’s life when he has to make a big decisio. more »»
Round 2 (here we go again)
March 10, 2013 Not long ago my wife and I looked lovingly as our daughter put on a mask, took a superhero stance and shouted “To the rescue!” before dashing out of the room. more »»
Single mom can’t afford kids’ birthday presents
March 7, 2013 Q: I’m a single mother of two teenagers. This past year, I have been struggling financially. I am working full-time and part-time jobs and can barely make my monthly expenses. more »»
My survey famously flops
March 5, 2013 Remember that column I wrote from a few weeks go asking for readers to send me their nominations for the most famous resident currently living in Marshalltown? I remember it well, but unfortunately... more »»
With all due respect to Rep. Latham
March 3, 2013 What, exactly, do you think you’re doing? Full disclosure: I asked this same question of Sen. Tom Harkin following his retirement announcement. more »»
A rally cry for something, possibly chili
March 3, 2013 Previously in Nonsense ... In case you’re just joining us, our reluctant – yet handsome – hero has just been wrangled into a Washington D.C. more »» 
Art projects can help with spring break, laughter
March 3, 2013 “Mom, Do you love me?” Yes baby! Loads and loads... “You want to hear a joke?” Yes, I do. “An elephant was riding on an ant” followed by so many fun filled giggles. more »»
‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ this weekend at the Orpheum
March 1, 2013 Robert Zemeckis’s “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” is a groundbreaking classic film that combines live action and animation in an unprecedented format. more »»
Parenting advice from the experts
February 28, 2013 As an owner, director and lead teacher of a child care center several years ago, I can truly relate to the following advice that anonymous professionals shared with Parents.com. more »»
What makes a great teacher?
February 27, 2013 Ask 10 people what makes a great teacher and you will likely get 10 different answers. Words such as creative, committed, enthusiastic, fun, passionate and patient may be used to describe him or he. more »»
I’m always late with the video camera
February 26, 2013 I am looking for some hints out there. Every time my young kids do something cute it seems the video camera isn’t around. more »» |
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