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Recent biographies of founding fathers John Marshall and Joseph Warren provide fresh insights into the namesakes of three Central Iowa counties.
Marshall, after whom Marshall County is named, is the best known. As the fourth …
By Katie Beary | Heartland regional marketing manager, Gallagher Benefit Service Inc. I grew up bonding with my girlfriends over a variety of favorite songs like “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “Wannabe.” Fast-forward to my adult …
There are a lot of things happening every day to increase our fear of something bad happening to us. Some are very real issues while others can be highly questionable. For example, some people fear …
Don Wiviott has a unique perspective on agriculture that could help Iowa farmers and the planet.
That might seem strange since most of his life experiences have little to do with agriculture.
He grew up …
By Kirsten Anderson | Founder, Equitas Solutions
I believe failure is underrated. I want to give it a positive shout-out and remind everyone that it is something we all have in common and have experienced. Whether it …
“I have the solution,” said a muffled voice as I walked out of the downtown library.
It was my friend K.C., buried deep inside a dark blue parka, his face barely visible beneath the insulated …
What is the leading cause of death?
a. High blood pressure b. Inactivity (little to no exercise) c. Social isolation d. High cholesterol e. Alcohol f. Obesity
If you answered C, you are correct. Vivek …
By Ashley Shafer | Financial adviser, Morgan Stanley Statistics show that women lack confidence in their financial knowledge. When women don’t feel informed, they don’t act, and this can cost us greatly! With the new year …
Iowa school districts are in something of a pickle. The problem involves the way they pay for new facilities and repairs to old buildings, including the installation of modern security systems.
Like anything that involves …
By Kristine Perkins | Public relations/student programs coordinator, Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women & Politics During this last election, we saw many firsts for women in politics, both nationally and locally. Iowa elected its first female governor, …
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