Widow keeps Marion model railroad hobby alive
The widow of a Marion model railroad enthusiast who died in August continues his hobby, turning his layout into memories and ongoing projects. Neighbors and family recall his lifelong love of trains and the community he built around the hobby.
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Iowa
Marion
Fiscal Cliff Deal Reached Between Democrats and Republicans
The White House and Senate Republicans struck a New Year’s Eve agreement to block across the board tax increases and spending cuts set to take effect at midnight. The deal keeps middle class taxes steady while raising taxes for individuals earning over 400 000 and couples over 450 000, with two month deferral on Pentagon and domestic cuts and ongoing talks led by Biden and McConnell.
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Iowa Legislature Prepares as Education and DNA Bills Lead
Iowa lawmakers have filed about 500 bill requests for the 110 day session, fewer than last year. Education reform tax policy and healthcare funding will shape the agenda with split control in the House and Senate likely limiting major lawmaking.
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Fasting and health: a mixed history and new cancer links
The piece traces Linda Hazzard and fasting’s dubious early claims, then outlines modern interest in intermittent fasting for cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and neurodegenerative risks. It cites Mark Mattson on midlife fasting delaying Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, and notes primate calorie restriction failed to extend lifespan.
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Linda Hazzard
Hazzard
Mark Mattson
National Institute On Aging
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