Death on the Naperville Highway a Tragic 33
A Cedar Rapids alumnus and UPS rising star Tommy Yazvac aged 33 dies suddenly during an early morning drive to Chicago. Witnesses report a car veer across lanes and crash. autopsy pending. The piece links his death to reflections on cancer and mortality, citing cancer as a leading cause of death under 65.
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Naperville
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Matthew Arnold
The skinny on healthy popcorn from home methods
Health experts approve natural popcorn but warn on unhealthy preparation. Home cooking with hot air or minimal oil yields low calories. Use olive or canola oil and safe microwaving by bag method with limited salt.
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National Cancer Institute
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American Dental Association
American Dietetic Association
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How to choose a bicycle that fits you and your riding
Charley Puhr of Turner's Cycling and Fitness in Overland Park outlines how to pick a bike that fits your riding style and body. He stresses matching bike type to use, proper frame size, seat and handlebar adjustments, and avoiding price-only purchases, plus lists helpful accessories for safety and convenience.
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Turner’s Cycling and Fitness
Overland Park
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Turner
Cycling and Fitness
Turners Bikes.com
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Community Calendar highlights for Cedar Rapids Iowa City area
Community calendar items list events across Cedar Rapids and Iowa City including early satellite voting at the Iowa City Public Library, piano recital at Clapp Hall, IMTA State Conference faculty recital, Monday at the Movies at Cedar Rapids Public Library, Brucemore programs, floor hockey for homeschoolers, hip hop lessons, United Nations and Celtic culture talks, Community supper at First Lutheran, Love Finds Andy Hardy at the Cedar Rapids Public Library, Breath of Fresh Air talk at Mercy Medical Plaza, and various local government meetings and city council sessions in Linn County.
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Cedar Rapids Public Library
First St. SE
Leo
Brucemore
Linden Dr
Cedar Rapids
Mercer Park
Gordin Conference
North Liberty Community Center
United Nations
Johnson County
S. Linn St
Katy Hansen
Johnson County Senior Center
Mel Schlachter
Our House
First Lutheran Church
Third Ave
Andy Hardy
First St
Crlibrary.org
Mercy Medical Plaza
Connie Knepp
Subdued colors at funeral a way of paying respect
A reader asks if bright attire is acceptable at funerals. Dear Abby notes black or subdued colors are traditional to avoid drawing attention and to honor the deceased and grieving family. A second reader asks about attending a grandchild’s wedding. the advice is to give a thoughtful gift and arrange a visit later due to finances and time.
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Eau Claire
Wis
United States
Minnesota
Understanding Osteoarthritis Causes and Treatments
Dr Donahue explains that osteoarthritis arises from aging genes and past joint injuries. Cartilage wear causes bone rubbing and pain. relief comes from medications such as Tylenol NSAIDs injections and non drug therapies like exercise and weight loss. Rheumatoid arthritis is immune driven and treated separately.
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