Release Date: June 6, 2011 id=”0″> Spirit Lake, Ia. – The incidence of substance abuse among United States teenagers is on the rise. According to the most recent Iowa Youth Survey, 63% of current 11th graders have tried alcohol and 36% have used in the last 30 days. 27% of the current 11th graders have […]
by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley id=”0″> Family members in Iowa are among the legions of caregivers across the country who sacrifice time, careers and money to provide care for loved ones who no longer are able to live independently or care for themselves. id=”2″> The family safety net for generations has helped loved ones stay […]
Unforgettable A Cappella Harmony Coming To NW Iowa id=”0″> Sheldon – With four voices that blend together so seamlessly they sound like one, you won’t believe your ears when you hear your favorite songs performed by Marcoux Corner. On Friday, July 1, this energetic group that is changing the face of A Cappella will be […]
Kessler Institute offers Training Tips for Runners of all Levels id=”0″> June 1 was National Running Day – Kicking off Summer Running Season id=”1″> West Orange, NJ – Whether you take a leisurely jog or sprint to the finish line in a marathon, running is great exercise. In fact, running is one of the easiest […]
Spencer, Iowa – The Clay County Fair Grandstand Stage will feature the high energy performances of rising country music superstar, Dierks Bentley, and his special guest, Frankie Ballard, on Sunday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m. id=”0″> Bentley’s previous five albums have sold over five million copies, earned 10 GRAMMY nominations, and included seven number one […]
Even for patients with insurance, screening is below desired levels id=”0″> MADISON, Wis. — Although people from certain ethnic groups are at high risk for getting diabetes and should be screened, a new study suggests that such screenings are not being done as often as they should. id=”2″> Dr. Ann Sheehy, a hospitalist and clinical […]
Fire safety important as grilling season nears id=”0″> Quincy, Mass. – The National Fire Protection Association <http://www.nfpa.org/> (NFPA) is reminding the public to use safe grilling practices as the peak months for grilling fires approach – June and July. Gas grills constitute a higher risk, having been involved in an annual average of 6,200 home […]
MILWAUKEE, WI – With a new season comes new opportunities for a fresh start in every aspect of life. Members of TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight-loss support organization, make the commitment to living a healthy lifestyle and share their knowledge of fitness and wellness on a daily basis. id=”0″> “The […]
Kivetta Connects: e-Commerce with a Cause id=”0″> Lisbon, IA (May 18, 2011) —The latest development in philanthropic giving is social fundraising. We’ve all heard about social networking platforms like Facebook and Twitter— perhaps you use it to promote your organization and its activities. Now, social fundraising is becoming a common word within the cause-space, and […]
OCHEYEDAN — George-Little Rock/Central Lyon’s Jessica Hilbrands didn’t have the greatest start offensively to her season, going hitless in her first seven at bats this season. That was then, since the junior has torn the cover off the softball, hitting for a .538 average (15 of-28). id=”0″> On Tuesday, June 7, in a makeup affair, […]