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While At Johnston Green Days, Take a Walk to Help Prevent Blindness

The Light the Night for Sight Walk will take place June 13 during Johnston's annual celebration.
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Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker will headline a Polk County GOP fundraiser Thursday. Activist groups from Iowa and Wisconsin are planning a counter demonstration.

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Scott Walker in Iowa: Quid Pro Quo Among Political Pals or 2016 Trial Balloon?

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MAP: It's Patio Season, Where Can You Sit Outside With a Beer or Cocktail in Iowa?

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Kathlynn Shepard exits a school bus moments before she and another girl were abducted May 20, 2013.

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Authorities Explore Connection Between Abducted Iowa Girl Kathlynn Shepard and Evansdale Case

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Find Kids Summer Camps in Johnston and All Around Iowa

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Parents Can Help Preteens with Abduction Concerns

Parents naturally are concerned for their children’s safety, particularly when there is news of a child abduction. Finding the balance between emotions and the “teachable moment” is …
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Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ May 21-27

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ May 21-27
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Memorial Day Collection Delay

Providing answers for safe & smart waste disposal…

Collection is delayed one day the week of Memorial Day in honor of the holiday.
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National Public Radio Asks If Obama Is Suffering from the 'Second-Term Curse'

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Don't call the scandals plaguing the Obama administration "the second-term curse" as though the president is neither responsible nor accountable for his and his administration's mistakes.
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Feeling Lost on Your Career Map? Try a Career Compass

Most professionals are familiar with the concept of a career map. But with the ups and downs of today’s economy, a conventional map can sometimes serve as little more than wishful thinking.
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