Youth football injury study targets young players
University of Iowa researchers launch a study comparing injury rates in tackle and flag play among third to sixth graders, amid rising concerns about concussions in youth football. In Cedar Rapids, Paul Phillips survived a jolt from a power line with swift rescue by police and EMS, while Quasqueton opened a Wapsipini con River bridge ahead of schedule, ending a 103 day closure.
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Eastern Iowa towns face candidate shortages in local elections
In 49 small towns across 15 eastern Iowa counties, more local government seats are open than there are candidates. The issue mirrors broader challenges for small communities facing complex governance needs and limited volunteer participation. Meanwhile Edward Voss describes repeated attempts to enroll on healthcare.gov, lamenting the federal site’s performance and Iowa’s missed chance to run its own exchange.
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Nuisance laws and street repairs spark voter call to oust incumbents
Robert Scott urges City Council change citing slumlord battles led by Pat Shey and demolition at 1415 Bever Ave SE. He criticizes the mayor Don Thomas tenure, street conditions, and a proposed sales tax extension, urging voters to back fresh faces and oppose incumbents.
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Susie Weinacht for at large city council
Weinacht campaigns for flood protection along the Cedar River and riverbank rebuilding benefiting all residents. She champions parents teachers and children, cites school issues to improve city school board relations, and pledges inclusive neighborhood development and youth safety without rubber stamping unpopular choices.
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Holland Support Rallies for Independence Growth
Jenny Yoder Bell endorses Independence City Council member Jon Holland, praising his volunteer work and leadership. The piece argues Independence faces a crossroads and urges voters to re elect Holland to the at large council seat.
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Health fiasco exposes Obama as a misplayed chess master
Jonah Goldberg argues Obama failed to outthink opponents during sequestration and Obamacare rollout. He critiques the president's perceived strategic genius, citing budget fights and Healthcare.gov delays as proof of incompetence. Goldberg contends Obama misread his own advantages and faced blame for missteps.
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We The People must demand change in Washington
John Sheda urges readers to act for a more perfect Union and calls for three steps: vote out all incumbents, purge the lobbying system, and impose term limits. He notes many lawmakers are millionaires and argues only citizen action can fix politics. He presents himself as pastor of Living Water Church in Independence.
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