Iowa definitive collection blends voices from state history
Dave Rasdal notes that the book Iowa The Definitive Collection gathers 90 plus historic entries across essays newspaper accounts fiction and nonfiction. It features figures like Carrie Chapman Catt Susan Glaspell Herbert Hoover Aldo Leopold Glenn Miller and Henry Wallace arranged chronologically from Chief Black Hawk 1831 to Abigail Gardner Sharp 1895 Spirit Lake dispatch. The author aims for a big diverse travel companion and reference that preserves authentic voices rather than sanitized history.
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Iowa
Zachary
Carrie Chapman Catt
Susan Glaspell
Herbert Hoover
Aldo Leopold
Glenn Miller
Henry Wallace
Chief Black Hawk
Abigail Gardner Sharp
Spirit Lake
West Lake Okoboji
Personal Trainer Sets Morning Stretch Routine
A simple warm up with basic stretches helps you loosen up and start moving before getting out of bed. The routine aims to wake up muscles and prepare the body for the day ahead.
Couple’s wedding held amid swine flu diagnosis in Chicago
Jeremy Fierstien and Ilana Jackson faced swine flu days before their ceremony at Beth El in Highland Park. They kept guests safe with 10 foot distancing, wore masks, and walked around instead of down the aisle, turning a social setback into a memorable, cautious celebration.
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Megan Twohey
BU TriUne
Chicago
Jeremy Fierstien
Fierstien
Ilana Jackson
Beth el
Highland Park
Jackson
Roosevelt University
Boston
Ilana Branda
Lakeview
Flip-flops pose foot risks despite beach image
Podiatrists warn flip-flops lack arch support and alter gait raising risks of plantar fasciitis and tendinitis. Studies show shorter strides and inward rolling of the foot with overuse issues for those with foot or leg problems. They urge limited wear and regular replacement for safer use.
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Blythe Bernhard
St. Louis
Seth Anderson
Missouri
Creve Coeur
Michael Weiss
Auburn University
Community Health Listings Offer Free Screenings and Classes
A dense schedule of health events from non profits in Iowa includes Red Cross blood drives at Grant Wood Area Chapter Cedar Rapids and Hy-Vee locations, free blood pressure checks in Marion, Look Good Feel Better for cancer patients, babysitter training in Cedar Rapids, diabetes workshops, CPR and first aid courses at multiple sites, and a senior safety showcase featuring local agencies. Many events require registration or have set fees, with dates and times listed across Cedar Rapids Iowa City Marion and Iowa.
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Grantwood-Redcross.org
Collins Road
Collins Rd
Cedar Rapids
Marion
N. 10Th St
Emma Goldman
N. Dubuque St
Iowa City
Bickford
Linden Dr
Marion Police
Marion Fire
Gentva
CarePro
Therapy Solutions
Alzheimer's Association
Kayla
Enrichinghappiness
American Red Cross
Grant Wood Area
Red Cross
Four-Week Childbirth Education at University of Iowa
Iowa City schedule reports a four week class for expectant couples at 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Hawkins Drive Elevator B to the fourth floor. It covers labor stages relaxation techniques and postpartum care. Fee is $60 and contact is 319 356 7745 or kimberly m taylor ulowa.edu red cross drive Cedar Rapids 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Grant Wood Area Chapter Red Cross. Call 1 800 GIVE LIFE or visit www.
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University of Iowa
Hawkins Dr
Iowa City
Kimberly-M-Taylor
Hawkins
Kimberly-Mtaylor
Ulowa
American Red Cross
Grant Wood Area
Red Cross
Rockwell Dr
Cedar Rapids
Givebloodgivelife
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Kwice
American College of Sports Medicine
Flip Flop Shops
American Pediatric Medical Association
Sole
the Gazette
Gazetteonline
Lowa
Grant Wood
Midtown Family
American Cancer Society
First Ave
Grantwood-Redcross
Mercy Medical Plaza
E. Jefferson St
Linsey Abott
STAR
Ul Center On Aging
Grantwoodredcross
Mercy Medical Center
Hallagan
10Th St
Mary Beth Helgens
Mercy Fitness Center
Mercycare
Johnson Avenue
Johnson Ave
Jen Berg
Judy Fitzgibbons
N. Park
Coderedcpr.com
Grant Wood Red Cross
E. College St
DHS
Org
Edu
Expert Shoe Fitters
Blairs Ferry Rd
Iyi
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