Dear Abby readers weigh obituary photos and aging
Letters discuss whether obituary photos should show the deceased in their youth or latest years. Respondents note youth recalls and life stories, while others say images reflect personal identity, mortality, and family history beyond age.
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Concord
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Abby
Susan
Bloomingdale
Egypt
Robert
Columbus
Mont
Bone death from prednisone may require hip replacement
Dr Donohue explains osteonecrosis or bone death caused by reduced blood supply. It most often affects the hip and can follow long term steroid use. small areas may heal, while extensive involvement often necessitates a hip replacement rather than amputation.
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Nates
Proper phone etiquette tips from readers
A reader suggests identifying callers, minimizing hold times, and prioritizing in person service over phone chatter. The note argues cell phone chats disturb others unless the person is alone and advocates voicemail for important calls. Contact details for Heloise are provided.
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Heloise
Community Calendar Highlights Across Cedar Rapids Iowa City
A roundup of cultural events and meetings including Marion Band concert at Marion Square at 7 p.m. and Iowa Citys Clapp Recital Hall faculty recital at 8 p.m. Other listings cover film screenings at Dyersville libraries, Prairie Lights readings, farmers markets, and multiple local government and board meetings throughout the day. Also noted are youth camps, literary hours, and theater showings with contact numbers and websites.
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Marion Square
Iowa Band
Clapp
University of Iowa
Iowa City
Ulowa.edu
Artsiowa
Lowa City
Lowacityhomes
Indian Creek Nature Center
Otis Rd
Cedar Rapids
Nature Center
Indiancreeknaturecenter.org
Thomas Park
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James Kennedy Public Library
Dyersville
Joe
Dubuque St
Marion Historic Preservation Commission
Linn County Board of Supervisors
Linn County
Embassy Club
el Kahir
Blairs Ferry
Linn County Commission of Veterans Affairs
United Way of East Central
Iowa
Fifth Ave
When Grown Kids Demand Care Yet Offer Little
A middle aged couple plans to move to a retirement community while their grown children in the same town show little contact or help. The parents advise setting boundaries, asking for visits, and explaining that they need more support as they age, with a fresh start for all.
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