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Weird Iowa: Howling in Marion, Bus Goes Up in Flames, and Cat Playing Volleyball

Plus, an Ames professor says stores will soon scan your face, a Waukee road project is held up by an endangered bat species, a Johnston dad is in court after his son reportedly took a gun to school, and a West Des Moines math whiz with a perfect score.
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Iowa's Largest Salvation Army Thrift Store Opens in Des Moines on June 1 (Blog)

Iowa's largest Salvation Army Thrift Store will open in Des Moines next month.
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Ways You Can Help in Relay for Life Effort

We need donations for the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Southern Dallas County Silent Auction
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Volunteer at the Hy-Vee Fishing Derby this Saturday!

The Hy-Vee Fishing Derby is this Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm at Water Works Park- we would love for you to volunteer with us!
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Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ May 14-20

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ May 14-20
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Dieting in the U.S.—A Statistical Snapshot of What Works and What Doesn’t (Blog)

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