Hawkeyes Clinch Big Ten Title, Horner Nets Cutdown
Jeff Horner of Iowa cuts down the net after a 67 60 win over Ohio State sealing the Big Ten championship in a season finale. The Hawkeyes celebrate the title in the arena with teammates and fans watching.
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Glycerin: Byproduct of Biodiesel From Soybean Oil
Glycerin forms as a byproduct of biodiesel production from soybean oil. It is an odorless colorless thick liquid that absorbs moisture and can blister skin in pure form. It adds moisturizing qualities to soaps and skin-care products and is used in laxatives, cough syrups, as a plasticizer and antifreeze.
TouchPlay debate heats up as lawmakers weigh fate of devices
The Iowa Senate opens the week with the TouchPlay controversy while the House prepares to vote after the Senate verdict. Gov. Vilsack urges quick resolution to refocus on core issues. Senate Co-President Jeff Lamberti backs banning Lottery devices in thousands of businesses.
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Red-winged Blackbirds Signal Spring Arrival in East Iowa
The annual migration of male red-winged blackbirds to Eastern Iowa marks a true sign of spring, driven by photoperiodism rather than weather. Rich Patterson of the Indian Creek Nature Center notes robins linger, while Neil Bernstein of Mount Mercy College explains the birds’ mating habits add to the season’s focus.
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Leash Free Dog Parks Surge Across Iowa
The Leash free dog parks trend grows with about six new sites in Iowa. Cedar Rapids opened Cheyenne Off-Leash Area in 2001 and Iowa City plans a park for spring. Owners visit for exercise and long walks as dogs mingle and play, drawing crowded weekends.
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