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Chutes and Ladders

In the course of my work I attend many luncheons, dinners and receptions. I think of it as a never-ending perquisite of culinary delights. The great food is topped off by fascinating conversation. When I meet people in these settings, the discovery of my professional role invariably leads to …

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Chutes and Ladders

It’s OK to be wrong. There are more chutes than ladders. As our view of the world changes, so does our understanding of the roles we will play in it. In what ways has your life been redefined? Who made a difference? To read the full essay, visit President Mark Putnam’s blog Mark: my words.

School

Nominate a Young Volunteer Today for the 2013 Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program

Beginning February 1, Kohl’s Department Stores will be accepting nominations for outstanding young volunteers for the 2013 Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program. Nominations for kids ages six to 18 will be accepted through March 15 at kohlskids.com. Those nominating a youth volunteer must be 21 years …

School

Nominate a Young Volunteer Today for the 2013 Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program

Beginning February 1, Kohl’s Department Stores will be accepting nominations for outstanding young volunteers for the 2013 Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program. Nominations for kids ages six to 18 will be accepted through March 15 at kohlskids.com. Those nominating a youth volunteer must be 21 years …

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The Echoes of 'Downton Abbey'

Societal change is difficult to describe, much less interpret accurately. We tend to rely on apt phrases like shifting sands, blowing winds and tossing waves. Such metaphors are helpful because the experience of significant change yields the same feelings of vulnerability we encounter when a storm …

Awareness

Newtown, CT Residents Announce the launch of Newtown Kindness and the Charlotte Bacon Act of Kindness Awards

Newtown residents Aaron and Christi Carlson announce today the creation of Newtown Kindness and the Charlotte Bacon Act of Kindness Awards. The organization and program was founded in memory of their friends' daughter, Charlotte Bacon, a victim in the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy. It was …

"Apprentice" finalist Tana Goertz will host a fundraiser at Mezzodi's for Crossroads of Iowa.

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Crossroads of Iowa hosts Tana Goertz at Mezzodi's Fundraiser

Crossroads of Iowa will be hosting "Apprentice" finalist Tana Goertz at Mezzodi's, Thursday, January 24th from 5:00pm-8:30pm.  At 6:30pm, Tana will dine at a table for ten, at $25 each for a Q & A session. Seating is limited. There will also be a silent auction. Mezzodi's will provide a portion of …

Accomplishments

Drake Professor Recognized for Air Guardsman Support

Congratulations to Drake University professor, Dr. Keith Summerville, who was awarded a Patriot Award from Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) earlier today.  Dr. Summerville was nominated for this Department of Defense award by Senior Airman Andrew Rupiper, a student and employee at …

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Sparboe Farms Partners With Fareway Stores to Fill the Truck

Sparboe Farms is honored to partner with Fareway Stores on a donation initiative providing eggs to families in need. Beginning on January 8, 2013, with any size carton of Sparboe Farms eggs purchased at any Fareway store, Sparboe Farms will donate eggs through the Iowa Food Bank Association, which …

School

Iowa Connections Academy Free Family Information Session

Iowa Connections Academy, a tuition-free virtual public school, will host free information sessions for families interested in learning about its online program and individualized approach to education. Iowa Connections Academy is chartered through CAM Community School District and serves students …

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