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In addition to assisting people 55 years of age or older in obtaining employment, Experience Works assists people in this age range to obtain training for enhanced employability.
New study of Hydro Dam approved
Fort Dodge City Council members decided Monday to plunge into a fresh study to determine what can be done with the Hydroelectric Dam.
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Iowa farmers put bigger dent in corn harvest
Farmers took advantage of dry weather to make good progress on this year's harvest, but work remains more than two weeks behind schedule, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said Monday.
Drake student is adamant about discussing race
Brittanie Pearson says it's time to play the race card at Drake University. The Westminster, Colo., senior has organized a conference on Saturday on 'white privilege,' a term used to describe the belief that whites in America have institutionalized racism to sustain advantages they've enjoyed for more than a century.
Biz Buzz: Filmmaker documents bicycle race
Des Moines orthopedic surgeon Dr. Robert Breedlove played a pivotal roll in a film documentary called Bicycle Dreams that's picked up awards at nine film festivals this year.
FAA investigating Colo. balloon flight
The Federal Aviation Administration has opened its own investigation into the 50-mile flight of the helium balloon that briefly delayed flights at Denver International Airport after a couple reported that their 6-year-old son may have been on board, an official said Tuesday.
Coralville candidates share views
Business development, maintaining a balanced budget and planning for the future were the main topics Monday at a forum featuring candidates for the Coralville City Council.
Even as many Westerners struggle with layoffs, pay cuts, medical bills and other economic troubles, wealthy people in resort towns are whooping it up.
A state-by-state assessment of health care ranks Colorado slightly better than average among the states, giving it a high rating on healthy living but low scores on access to care and the "equity" of its system.
Dave Price slices beef at Omaha Steaks in Omaha, Neb. "Early Show" weather anchor and features reporter Dave Price has just over two days to make it back to New York in this week's "No Way Home" series.
Woman critically hurt in dog attack
A 70-year-old woman is reported in critical condition in Adams County, Colo., following a heart attack that occurred during a mauling by a pair of dogs.
After making a great first impression as a freshman at Nevada, Placer High graduate Jordan Burke is looking to make bigger strides this fall.
Posted on Sep 14, 2009 by Rick Smith . City Hall remains eager to learn if the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration will award the city $39 million to build a new convention center next to the U.S. Cellular Center.
The descendents of Harvey and Rosa May Beaty gathered at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Marshalltown on Sunday, Sept.
LGBT group urges Iowa delegation to support repeal of DOMA
A bill that would overturn the Defense of Marriage Act has been introduced in the U.S. House, and Iowa's largest LGBT group is urging the state's lawmakers to sign on.
Apply now for military academies
The deadline for students planning to apply for acceptance at any of the four military academies requiring a senator's nomination is coming up.
Where, oh where, did my little gnome go?
When Deb Norton's husband, Ron, gave her their first garden gnome, she probably never imagined that the gesture would grow into a fascination and love for the cute little guy.
Rescue report: August 24 - August 30
Motor vehicle accident at Weld County roads 27 and 641 2. Smoke detector malfunction in the 300 block of Trailwood Drive.
Aug. 23 12:24 p.m. A theft was reported. The victim reported that prescription medicine valued at $2 was taken from her purse.
Puppy mill survivors arrive in Central Jersey after long journey
It was the final destination of an unusual road trip. Theresa Strader and Darrell Rhodes arrived at St.