Ann Klepacki's cancer journey after mastectomy
Northeastern Iowa writer Ann Klepacki, 47, shares her breast cancer diagnosis, mastectomy, and post operative life in this second part of her Aug issue Gazette feature. She details coping strategies, family impact, and the value of honest communication and creative outlets during crisis.
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Farm Bureau backs longer barge season on Upper Mississippi
The Iowa Farm Bureau urged an extended barge season citing rising grain exports and railroad congestion. Robert Joslin told the Army Corps of Engineers at Davenport that extending river traffic would ease rail load and benefit Iowa, with potential full season reach to Burlington and four weeks to Cassville, Wis.
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Christmas seals feature children's art
Miniature versions of school children paintings will adorn this year's Christmas seals. President Carter accepted the first page of the annual seals at a White House ceremony. The seals will feature 54 paintings, one for each state and territory.
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Cook warns Cedar Rapids softball complex unsafe and undersized
Jeff Cook, candidate for Cedar Rapids Parks Commissioner, says the C Street softball diamond is unsafe with 225 foot outfields vs 250 foot minimum and only 3% high fences instead of 6 feet. He cites injuries in Marshalltown and urges consultation with local associations and proper safety before lighting or spending tax money.
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