End of Saturday mail delivery eyed by USPS
The Gazette reports Saturday home delivery may end next year as USPS aims to cut losses. The plan could shift carriers to a 40 hour week, keep Priority Mail on Saturdays, and still allow Saturday post office pickups. Local responders note mixed impact and some relief in lighter Saturday mail.
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Signs of Spring Bring Warmer Days Ahead
The piece notes temperatures in the 40s and bright blue skies as signs of spring, with March 20 marking the official start and casual observations signaling the season's approach.
End to Iowa's unusual flu season may arrive with spring
Warmer weather could curb the H1N1 driven flu surge in Iowa but officials warn the season remains unsettled. State epidemiologist Patricia Quinlisk notes younger victims and lingering cases while emergency departments report high flu like illness levels earlier in the year. Officials cite vaccination efforts and ongoing monitoring as key factors.
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