Madge Phillips Center founder honored in Linn County tribute
The Gazette honors Madge Phillips 90, longtime Linn County Health Center director and key architect of the region’s human services network. Her leadership helped launch programs precursor to free medical clinics, raise 1.6 million for the Madge Phillips Center shelter, and support elderly, homeless, and disabled residents.
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Elizabeth Bender
Viola Gibson
Margaret Lamey Hall
Irene Perrine
Madge Phillips
Phillips
Linn County Health Center
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Cedar Rapids
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Letter writers urge Blouin for Iowa governor over Nussle
A Cedar Rapids reader calls for Mike Blouin as the next Iowa governor citing his job growth record and support from Democratic lawmakers. Another letter praises Deere & Co for innovation and urges Deere coverage. a third supporter commends Blouin's stance on civil rights and economic reform. A final note criticizes Rep. Jim Leach and calls for November voting to change the status quo.
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Mike Blouin
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Des Moines
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Ed Fallon
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Iowa City
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Meditation crosses faiths shaping spiritual practice
The piece explores meditation across religious traditions from Buddhism and Islam to Judaism Christianity and secular use. It notes practitioners seek physical emotional and spiritual benefits and discusses figures like Martin Marty and authors such as Fenton Johnson and Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj.
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