Soldier dies by own action sparks family push for awareness
Brandon Shepherd, a two tour Iraq veteran with the 101st Airborne, faced PTSD and died by suicide near Fairview Cemetery after Memorial Day weekend. He studied political science at the University of Northern Iowa and worked with veterans programs. His death deeply affected Maj. Gen. Evan Hultman, his grandfather in law.
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Curly" Hultman
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Family speaks out on soldier suicide prevention efforts
The Hultman family, led by Waterioo native Col. Heidi Warrington and daughter, push open discussion on soldier low mood and death by own action. Army crisis reports reached 147 in 2009, the highest since 1980, per Time. Warrington notes stigma and advocates resilience and seeking mental help.
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G R Foundation approves flood grants totaling 226240
Cedar Rapids group awards 226240 in Flood 2008 grants to Cedar Valley Montessori School Cossroads Mission Horizons Family Service Alliance Town Legal Aid Linn Area Long Term Recovery Coalition and others. The foundation has distributed 4.7 million through 66 local nonprofits with a full list online.
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Lee County considers closing Recorder's Office
Lee County Supervisors debate eliminating the Recorder's Office to save costs. The move would shift duties to the County Auditor and Treasurer, with a November 2010 ballot contingent on 3,506 petition signatures. Holtkamp departs Thursday. vacancy rules may trigger appointment or special election costs.
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Iowa Lottery offers bonus holiday drawing Tech the Halls
Iowa Lottery officials say nonwinning holiday scratch tickets can enter a bonus game by typing the ticket serial number on the website. Terry Rich notes electronics and cash prizes are up for grabs in a promotion called Tech the Halls. Enter serials at ialottery.com through January 4 with a prize drawing January 5 and online winner posting.
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