Syrians seek arms as opposition leader pleads for weapons
The new head of Syria's main opposition group says fighters urgently need weapons amid the uprising. Separately, the Iowa Gold Star Military Museum debuts an exhibit honoring four Iowa pilots of the World War II Flying Tigers.
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Kohawks clinch 10-0 season with Iowa title win
Coe defeated Central 34-13 to wrap up an outright Iowa Conference championship and 10-0 record. The Kohawks await Monday's playoff pairings to learn their NCAA tournament opponent.
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Families find common cause in Wellington Heights housing turnarounds
In Cedar Rapids southeastern Wellington Heights, the Total Child program renovates 520 16th St SE into a single family home as Sue Prime and neighbors praise the improved prospects. Workers repair floors install wiring and plumbing as Joe Lock showcases built in storage and hardwood floors.
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TotalChild bridges childhood to adulthood in Cedar Rapids
Four Oaks launches TotalChild to maintain long term ties with families as youths age, aiming to renew connections before crises arise. Theresa Jones and eight success managers plan to pick up where earlier support left off, reducing start over efforts. Contact info for Four Oaks and Wellington Heights Initiative provided.
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Iowa shifts toward Democrats in presidential voting
Iowa, once a staunch Republican stronghold, shows a trend toward Democratic presidential candidates. In six of the last seven elections voters backed Democrats, with Obama 52 against Romney 46 this year. Historians cite urbanization, education, mobility, and farm policy as factors shaping the shift.
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Vatican digs in after same sex marriage advances
The Vatican vows to continue opposing same sex marriage recognition as initiatives win in the United States and Europe. L'Osservatore Romano portrays the Holy See as the lone courageous voice against changing marriage definitions. A Vatican Radio editorial follows with similar framing.
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