Autumn leaf viewing by back roads of Iowa
A Cedar Rapids editor suggests a gas-saving fall leaf trip through Amanas Amana Colonies and Kent Park near Tiffin. The route from Cedar Rapids to Solon and back features varied terrain, scenic river bluffs, lakes, and color amid Amana vineyards and wineries.
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Fall Foliage Hikes At Indian Creek Nature Center
The Indian Creek Nature Center hosts two Fall Foliage Hikes on Sunday at 1 30 and 3 30 p m open to the public. Rich Patterson explains leaf color changes as chlorophyll fades revealing yellow red and other hues. Described as ideal for families the hikes cover about one mile through diverse woods and fields.
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Judd's Solution Tomorrow Puzzle Note 1979
A 20 minute rearrange letters game by Judd published by United Feature Syndicate notes scoring rules. Players form 2 to 7 letter words from each row and bonus points for 7 letter words. Blank letters carry no points.
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Peak Fall Colors Expected Across Regions This Weekend
Color could peak up north this weekend with leaves turning at Pikes Peak State Park near McGregor and Bellevue State Park. Peak color likely from Oct 7 to 14 in the area, Wisconsin reports rapid changes with peak between Oct 10 and 17 and color lasting up to two weeks. A daily Wisconsin color report is available at 1 800 356 9508.
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Green Beret Commander Denies Assassination In Vietnam
A Green Beret commander states that assassination was not part of the special forces mission in Vietnam. He rejects the claim and defends the unit's official role during the conflict.
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