Heating costs unlikely to rise this winter despite normal weather
Alliant Energy spokesman Ryan Stensland says rates likely stay steady with about 70 percent of natural gas needs locked in. Warm start means bills may still rise if winter is normal, as usage drives costs. Continued mild weather could reduce heating assistance signups per Jerry McKim of HEATING.
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Oneida Nameplate Co boosts town fame via bracelets
An Internet savvy grandmother built worldwide recognition for Oneida by selling medical alert bracelets. Boehner considers extending low tax rates to all under one million in net annual income, implying higher rates for above that threshold.
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Adventurous Sigourney duo Cyrena and Phil Buschmann
Cyrena and Phil Buschmann of Sigourney have spent 30 years seeking exploration. They have climbed peaks such as Mount Everest and Kilimanjaro, among other daring expeditions. Their story appears on Page 6A.
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Hawkeyes topple Drake 82 65 at Knapp Center
Iowa built an inside edge with Morgan Johnson scoring 26 points as the Hawkeyes beat Drake 82 to 65 at the Knapp Center on Sunday afternoon.
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Be Cautious Donating This Holiday Season
Wise giving tips emphasize choosing a single cause, avoiding middlemen, and donating directly via charity websites. Verify police or veteran group asks, avoid cash or credit card details to callers, and keep receipts for tax deductions.
Give From the Heart 4 Donation Ideas
The piece encourages volunteer work as a form of giving beyond money. It suggests helping at a food bank, serving meals, donating books to libraries or seniors homes, and giving new diapers or formula to crisis nurseries.
On the Net Websites with tips on donating
Mobile Giving Foundation discusses safe mobile donations with BBB partnership. GivingTuesday promotes charity across 2500 groups to inspire donations of time and money. BBB Wise Giving Alliance and other donor tip sites offer reviews and ratings.
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Denise Stapley Wins Survivor Million After Finale
Denise Stapley a 41 year old mental health counselor and sex therapist from Cedar Rapids won the Survivor 25th season finale in Philip pines earning the million dollar prize. Her mother Lois McCormick Shindell of Marion praised her as a lifelong survivor after Stapley outlasted all opponents.
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