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Senior Spotlight

Name: Cassandra JoKabrickNickname: CJDate/Place of Birth:April 12, 1991 - Britt,IowaParents: Amy and AndyAnderson.Siblings: ZackFAVORITESFood: Sesame ChickenMovie: SupermanTV Show: Iron ChefRestaurant: Hu HotColor: Pink, black, andblue.Music: Country/rapHoliday: HalloweenVacation: ...

Senior Spotlight

Name: Brooke KayWegnerNickname: Beetle,B-Kay, Brookie.Date/Place of Birth:August 24, 1992 -Marshalltown.Parents: Joey andMichelle Wegner.Siblings: Hunter WegnerFAVORITESFood: SteakMovie: AvatarTV Show: CSI: LasVegasRestaurant: That PlaceColor: PinkMusic: Country, rap,rock.Holiday: ...

Senior Spotlight

Name: Andrew BrandtNickname: DrewDate/Place of Birth:November 7, 1991 -Covenant Hospital.Parents: John and TinaBrandt.Siblings: Anthony,Alexander, Amber.FAVORITESFood: Dad's spaghettiMovie: Dazed andConfusedTV Show: Family GuyRestaurant: McDonaldsColor: BlackMusic: Rock, Country,RapHoliday: ...

Senior Spotlight

Name: Alex HolbachNickname: Al, A-Rex.Date/Place of Birth:November 22, 1991 -Waterloo, Iowa.Parents: P.J. and Laurie(Connie Wood).Siblings: Kayla, 15.FAVORITESFood: Mashed potatoeswith corn on top.Movie: The HangoverTV Show: One Tree HillRestaurant: The O.P.Color: BlueMusic: CountryHoliday: ...

“Whuz Up?” in science

I consider myself "tech" savvy and keenly aware of the latest trends in technology. I've only been texting for roughly twelve months and already I have learned what L.O.L. means. Recently I've added a few new acronyms to my repertoire (I am not real sure I used the term acronym in the right ...

Parenting Experts: The Truth About Lying to Your Kids

When Jennifer, a mother of two, heard her 14-year-old daughter,Margaret, tell a hopeful suitor over the telephone that she couldn'tgo to the movies with him because she had to study, Jennifer was only"mildly" concerned about the "white" lie. Jennifer knewMargaret wasn't interested in the boy, ...

Quick Fall Touch-Ups For Your Home And Garden

(StatePoint) With fall fast upon us and winter nipping at its heels, families should make sure their homes are ready for the changing weather conditions ahead. A house needs to be well-maintained both inside and out to withstand the elements."When the kids head back to school and the nights ...

Living Happily Ever After

June brides and grooms have likely experienced a conflict by now. In any relationship, eventually issues emerge which have the potential for creating conflict and arguments. It's inevitable because if there is more than one person, there is bound to be more than one opinion says Donna ...

Fall Lawn Care Can Set The Stage For Next Season

(StatePoint) With summer and spring often stealing the lawn and garden spotlight, you may be surprised to learn the most important lawn care season is just now upon us.Fall lawn care is critical, as it sets the stage for a healthy, beautiful landscape in the seasons ahead."After months of ...

Saving Money As A Pet Owner

(SPM Wire) Households nationwide continue to tighten belts, but when it comes to your pet's needs, figuring out what expenses to cut is tricky."As the economy continues to make our lives more challenging we must make choices that can be painful," said Robert Nager, Pet Sitters International's ...