Absent Grandmothers Face Criticism in Dear Abby Column
Readers debate a mother in her 70s who avoids extensive visits due to health and travel limits. Supportive letters defend her right to live independently and savor life beyond family visits, while some urge apologies for harsh remarks. Calendar items follow with events in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City.
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Abby
Idaho
Lee
Santa Barbara
Ann F
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Community Calendar and Local Meetings Highlight Iowa Events
A busy slate of events includes Mardi Gras Night with Guest Chef Vinny at Afro American Cultural Center Iowa City and an anthropology program at Coe College Cedar Rapids. Also listed are online heart rhythm chats, jazz concerts at Springville and UI plans, plus multiple city council and board meetings across Iowa communities.
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Iowa City
Kesler
Hickok Hall
Coe College
Cedar Rapids
Lee D. Baker
Mercylowa City
Rick Hopson
Mercylowacity.org
Springville High School
Daugherty McPartland
Scott Conklin
Alan Huckleberry
Clapp Recital Hall
University of Iowa
Ulowa.edu
Artslowa
Ann County Board of Supervisors
Linn County
Marion City Council
United Way of East Central
Iowa
Cedar Rapids School Board
Sarah Henderson
Flaherty
Basile Hall
Mount Mercy College
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Notable stationery designers blend literal and metaphorical art
A study of Virginia Maryland and Washington based designers reveals Little Tree Press founder Kat Feuerstein and Gilah Press Design creator Serena Graia who build studios from found materials and color swatches. Tania Lee of Thornwillow Press crafts cards from historical motifs while drawing inspiration from pop culture and neighbors.
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Washington Post
Charlottesville
Serena Graia
Little Tree Press
Gilah Press + Design
Kat Feuerstein
Maryland Institute College of Art
Feuerstein
Baltimore
Washingtonian
Lee
Thornwillow Press
Tania Lee
Gilah Press
Rhinoviruses Cause Colds Not Chilled Climate Claim
Dr Donohue explains that rhinoviruses are the sole cause of colds and spread mainly by direct contact with hands or fingers. A chill may worsen susceptibility by narrowing nasal vessels, but without the virus there is no cold.
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Paul Donohue
North America
Donohue
L.G
Readers share cell phone tips and uses from readers
A selection of reader hints shows practical cell phone uses. Suggestions include storing contacts in the device, photographing items for shopping, using phones as watches, sharing calls between spouses, tracking license numbers, entertaining a baby with lights and ringtones, and inviting further tips via Heloise.
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King Features Syndicate
Julie M
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