United Way East Central Iowa campaign totals released
The United Way of East Central Iowa announces a 2006 campaign total of 1 803 572 dollars covering Benton Cedar Linn Jones Iowa and Washington counties representing about 20 percent of the overall 9 35 million goal.
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Four Seasons Bring Family Together In Simple Craft
A freelance writer recalls a Sunday family walk to collect colorful leaves and trash, then tracing leaf patterns onto paper with crayons. Each member uses a unique technique, turning a simple activity into a lasting memory amid four distinct seasons.
Eagle Scout Palo Jordan Arne to receive award at Wickiup Hill
Palo Jordan Arne 14 son of Barbara and Richard Kregel of Palo and Donovan Arneson of Vin ton will receive his Eagle Scout award in a Court of Honor at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 22 at Wickiup Hill Outdoor Learning Center near Toddville. He is a Marion Home School student in Troop 766 and has earned the Arrow of Light. He held assistant senior patrol leader and patrol leader roles and earned 50 merit badges. His Eagle project added five permanent trash bins 100 feet of fencing and refurbished playground equipment at Palo Community Center with 36 volunteers.
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Miracles in Motion expands with outdoor arena and pavilion
The Miracles in Motion equestrian center north of Swisher opened its new outdoor arena and pavilion during a ribbon cutting. Program director Sue Bock said the improved facilities replace sun and rain exposure from blue tarps and will serve school and care facility groups with miniature horses on site, alongside a larger 90 by 150 foot arena with a Fibar surface and a new sensory trail.
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Mercy Therapy for Kids Miracles in Motion 5K Challenge
The event is a walk run and wheelchair fundraiser at Prairie High School Cedar Rapids on October 22 at 8 30 a m rain or shine. The entry fee is 25 dollars and proceeds go to Miracles in Motion a therapeutic horseback riding center near Swisher Volunteers are available to assist people in wheelchairs on the paved course For information and registration call 319 857 4141 or visit miracles in motion net
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Miss Iowa Teen USA Crowned at Ottumwa Pageant
Dakota Crosswhite, 17, of Cedar Rapids, won Miss Iowa Teen USA in Ottumwa. Courtney Lee and Stacey Hamilton of Marion were top finishers. Crosswhite advances to Miss Teen USA 2007. Dani Reeves won Miss Iowa USA 2007.
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Hamburg
Western Iowa Tech
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Kindel Mahoney
Iowa City
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Community Thanksgiving Meal Notice Invites Public
Community groups or communities hosting a free public Thanksgiving meal should send details to The Gazette at P O Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 by fax or email. Include date time place reservation deadline and contact information plus your name and daytime phone.
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Co-owner Pei finds rush in busy restaurant life
Close-up interview with Alice Pei, co-owner of Pei's restaurants in Cedar Rapids, detailing her background from Columbus to Cedar Falls, her roles as assistant secretary and scrapbooking consultant, and her love of constant activity and community. She discusses family, education, and her goal to glorify God while staying busy in a midwest town.
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