Cedar Rapids man builds backyard biodome with tilapia system
Calvin Busch of Cedar Rapids builds a semispherical biodome using 2x4s and solar heaters with a fish tank to fertilize year round crops. He invested about 7000 dollars, growing marjoram and lettuce while using tilapia for waste-derived fertilizer. He plans more domes and sees potential for schools, education, and a small business.
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Telemedicine expands care through interactive video visits
Telehealth monitors in Milwaukee and Louisville offer daily patient checkups, lowering unnecessary doctor and ER visits. St Luke’s uses 33 monitors within a 50 mile radius, while Mercy Medical Center adds telemedicine carts to remotely diagnose. Experts say telehealth expands access in rural areas and could save region wide millions in costs.
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Iowa DHS uses dual paths in child abuse cases
DHS may avoid abuse findings for non-imminent cases by family assessed services under Community Care, while imminent danger cases follow traditional paths leading to registry placement. McCoy notes this cooperative approach can increase pursuit of serious abuse cases and reduce adversarial relations.
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Despicable Me 2 and Planes Showtimes at Al SEATE
Listings show films Despicable Me 2 and Planes with multiple daily showings at Al SEATE including 12:50 2:55 5:00 7:10 9:10 for Despicable Me 2 and 12:25 2:40 4:45 for Planes along with other titles Ru 25 and We're the Millers and The Butler in the schedule.
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