Iowa Lottery ad sparks apology from UI athletics chief
University of Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta apologized for a Iowa Lottery television ad that many felt promoted gambling. Committee members call for action, saying the promotion crosses lines and should not be tied to Hawkeye sports. Learfield handles marketing for UI athletics as Learfield Sports. the ad paid Hawkeye Properties $14,400.
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Blood thins not in cold as Iowa endures freeze
University of Iowa expert says blood does not thicken in cold rather vessels constrict to keep heat. Frostbite risk remains despite acclimatization. doctors report few frostbite cases as Iowa endures subzero temperatures.
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Home security tips amid limited officer availability
Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and Hiawatha Police say house checks are impractical with many residents. Stop mail delivery and request daily drive by checks if possible. Burglars fear light and noise. consider security systems offering wide price ranges and options from basic to high end.
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Texting fuels modern courtship says university study
University of Iowa student Brian Kim explains texting keeps lovers connected with short messages. A survey finds more than half of men and nearly as many women have sent racy emails or texts, and common codes like ILY LOLY and XOXOXO appear in romance slang across devices.
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