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Healthy weight: ItWhenmay not be what you think most people hear the term healthy weight, they immediately think of the D-word -
yes, diet. However, it’s time to stop dieting and understand that health really is not about a number but living your natural weight supported by healthy living. Each January, Healthy Weight Week encourages healthy diet-free living habits that last a lifetime and prevent eating and weight problems. A healthy weight is not weight achieved through restricted eating, typically the opposite happens. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, a healthy eating plan: -Emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products -Includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts -Is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium), and added sugars -Stays within your daily calorie needs Each person's body is unique and has different caloric needs. If you are maintaining your current body weight, you are in caloric balance. If you need to gain weight or to lose weight, you'll need to tip the balance scale in one direction or the other. There are several online interactive tools to monitor food intake and physical activity that can help get you started!
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for you. Mushrooms: Research reports that when people ate mushroom-based entrees, they felt just as satisfied as when they had eaten those same dishes made with beef—though they had taken in a fraction of the calories and fat. Are you a pessimist? Begin daily The start of a new year brings fresh starts, Eggs: In one study, dieters who ate eggs for breakfast felt full for longer and lost more new opportunities, new goals and new affirmations to give yourself a more positive than twice as much weight as those who got the same amount of calories from a bagel for dreams. This is a great time to make a outlook. Tend to overindulge on desserts? breakfast. Think beyond breakfast, too: eggs boost a salad’s staying power and make for a determined approach to becoming a better Try replacing dessert with a healthier option satisfying snack. you than you were last year. While you may you enjoy, like fruit or yogurt. Apples: For a mere 95 calories, a medium apple contains 4 grams of fiber. And recent In order to make lasting changes, the not set New Year’s resolutions, you can set research suggests that boosting your fiber intake may help you to prevent weight gain—or new goals for yourself. Whether you need National Institutes of Health reminds us that even encourage weight loss. to quit smoking, lose weight, or learn a new maintaining a change requires continued Low Calorie Desserts: This is not exactly a “health food,â€? but we welcome the news skill, a New Year offers a fresh perspective commitment until the change becomes part that it may be easier to stick to your diet if it includes a little sweet treat. According to on the year that you will not have any other of your life, like brushing your teeth or National Academy of Sciences, banning sugary foods could lead to overeating. One reason washing your hair. You also want to envision time. may be that removing access to sweet foods stimulates the release of a molecule in your The American Psychological Association how the change will impact your life. For brain called corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF), produced when you are afraid, anxious (APA) cautions that the New Year is not instance, when you stop smoking, think or stressed, says Pietro Cottone, Ph.D., lead study author. And increased stress levels may meant to serve as a catalyst for sweeping about how your risk plummets for cancer, lower your motivation to eat more nutritious foods, making it more likely that you’ll binge character changes, but as a time for people heart disease, stroke and early death. on junk food. You should prepare yourself for challenges to reflect on their past year’s behavior and Soup: Research published in the journal Appetite has shown that people who start a meal promise to make positive lifestyle changes. and ask how bad you really want it. Research with vegetable soup eat 20 percent fewer calories over the course of their meal. The APA offers five steps to help you make suggests that if it’s something you really Oatmeal: Eating a breakfast made with “slow-releaseâ€? carbohydrates, such as oatmeal want for yourself, if it’s meaningful to you, lasting change: or bran cereal, three hours before you exercise may help you burn more fat, suggests a you’re more likely to stick to it. • Start small recent study in the Journal of Nutrition. Here is why: in the study, eating “slow-releaseâ€? Many people start the New Year with hope • Change one behavior at a time carbohydrates did not spike blood sugar as high as eating refined carbohydrates, such as and big plans. With thoughtful planning • Talk about it white toast. In turn, insulin levels did not spike as high and because insulin plays a role in and realistic goals, you can end the year in • Do not beat yourself up signaling your body to store fat, having lower levels may help you burn fat. accomplishment. • Ask for support Hot Chile Peppers: In one study, consuming a little hot pepper (in tomato juice or in capsules) 30 minutes before a meal helped study participants feel less hungry and eat about 10 percent less. Almonds: Chew more to curb hunger. That’s what researchers concluded in a recent study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in which they asked participants to chew a 2-ounce serving of almonds 10, 25 or 40 times. Participants got maximum satisfaction—they felt fuller longer—from the nuts when they chewed 40 times. Chewing more may cause Mondays 5PM-7PM a greater release of fat from the almonds, which triggers Please call for appointment. 1100 First Street East, Independence hormones that curb hunger, speculates Rick Mattes, Ph.D., R.D., professor of foods and nutrition at Purdue University.
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Cervical cancer is leading cause of death by cancer for women
New Year's Resolution from The Skin Cancer Foundation: DON'T TAN
Skin Cancer Foundation encourages everyone to resolve to stop tanning in the New Year. Avoiding tanning is more important than ever since tanning bed use, particularly among young people, is an alarmingly widespread behavior- in the U.S., over 35 percent of adults and 55 percent of college students have tanned indoors. This anti-tanning message is particularly relevant for college students. Millions of college students nationwide have immediate access to indoor tanning salons. According to a recent study, nearly half of the nation's top colleges offer indoor tanning facilities on or near campus despite the definitive link between indoor tanning and the development of skin cancer. "While indoor tanning may seem like an easy way to achieve glowing skin, it comes with consequences," said Perry Robins, MD, President of The Skin Cancer Foundation. "It causes permanent damage and plays a significant role in the development of skin cancer, so getting in a tanning bed can put your life in danger." UV radiation, both from the sun and through using a tanning bed, is directly linked to skin cancer-just one indoor tanning session before the age of 35 increases melanoma risk by 75 percent. One session also increases the risk of the basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma by 29 percent and 67 percent, respectively. Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are the two most common forms of skin cancer. Whether "laying out" or visiting a tanning salon, there is no such thing as safe tan. In addition to increasing skin cancer risk, tanning leads to premature skin aging, including wrinkles, leathery skin and age spots.
Newly released figures reveal that the death rate for prostate cancer is expected to decrease by nearly 7 percent in 2015, with an estimated 27,540 lives lost to the disease. In addition, new cases of prostate cancer are also expected to decrease by more than 5 percent, to 220,800 new cases.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cervical cancer was the leading cause of death by cancer for women in the United States. Over the last 40 years, the number of cervical cancer cases and deaths has dramatically decreased thanks to cervical cancer awareness. Take preventive measures to safeguard against cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is highly curable when detected and treated in the early stages. Cervical cancer usually does not show signs or symptoms in the early stages but, as the cancer advances, some women may notice abnormal symptoms. If you experience any discomfort, it is important to visit your doctor fora pelvic exam and Pap smear. January, Cervical Health Awareness Month, is also a chance to raise awareness about how women can protect themselves from the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is the most common sexually transmitted disease, and according to the CDC, the cause of most cervical cancers. HPV is a common virus than can be passed from
one person to another during sex. There are numerous types of HPV, but certain types can cause changes in the cervix that may lead to cervical cancer. Consider HPV vaccines, Gardasil and Cervarix, to protect against the types of HPV that can cause cervical cancer. HPV vaccines are given in a series of three shots. The CDC recommends the series begin between the ages of 11 and 12 for females. Females who did not receive the vaccine at the recommended age can still get the vaccine up until the age of 26. While HPV is one of the most common causes of cervical cancer, other risk factors can cause this type of cancer. In addition to having HPV, the CDC says the following risk factors are associated with cervical cancer: Smoking, having HIV (the virus that causes AIDS) or another condition that makes it hard for the body to fight off health problems, using birth control pills for a long time (five or more years), giving birth to three or more children.
Focus On Healthy Foods - To fight heart disease, diabetes, and other serious diseases, eating an assortment of nutritious foods daily can help lower your risk.
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Not a dry eye in the house Almost 3.2 million American women and one million
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American men age 50 and over suffer from dry eye syndrome. Dry eye occurs most often in the elderly, especially women. Let’s take a look at some of the symptoms and what can be done to ease the condition. There are three major parts of the tear film of the eye. When these parts are not working correctly, you get dry eye syndrome. • Lipid. This is the outer layer of the tear film, which is covered by an oily layer produced by meibomoian glands in the upper and lower eyelids. This layer smoothes the eye's surface, stops the tears from evaporating too fast and helps keep them on the eye. • Aqueous. This watery layer is made up of what is considered tears and is produced by the lacrimal gland. It nourishes the cornea and the conjuctiva. It also washes out the foreign matter that is caught in the mucin and cleanses the eye. • Mucin. This watery layer is produced from goblet cells of the conjuctiva and surface cells of the cornea and the conjuctiva. It keeps the eye wet and traps foreign objects so they can't damage the ocular surface. Someone who has dry eye cannot produce enough tears or has poor quality tears and/ or excessive tear evaporation. Even though dry eye can affect the vision, there is rarely permanent vision loss. Dry eye usually occurs in both eyes, but it can affect one eye more than the other. If you have dry eye, your eyes may burn or sting, feel scratchy, tear excessively and/or become irritated. Having dry eye also makes it hard for someone to wear contacts. Other symptoms include stringy mucus in or around the eye, pain or redness of the eye, a change in vision or eyelids that feel heavy. Eye infections are more common in individuals with dry eye, and in severe cases, a sensitivity to light can develop. Despite all of this, irreversible loss of vision because of dry eye is very rare. Some people who have dry eye report having problems with reading and driving. There is no cure for dry eye, but the symptoms can be treated. The most popular treatment is over-the-counter artificial tears. Used at night, these lubricants help lubricate the eye during sleep and soothe the scratchy feeling dry eye sufferers experience when they wake up. For those who have moderate to severe dry eye, a temporary or permanent plug can be placed into the channel at the inner corner of the eyelid where the tears drain, thereby conserving the tears. To avoid dry eye, try these tips: • Wear glasses on windy days. • Wear goggles when swimming. • Do not direct hair dryers or car air conditioners or heaters directly at your face. • Keep your home's humidity between 30 and 50 percent. • Use a humidifier in the winter. • Watch what medications you take. Nasal decongestants, tranquilizers, anti-depressants and antihistamines can make your eyes feel dryer. • Watch what you eat. Tea, colas, coffee and chocolate all contain caffeine, which can remove moisture from your body. Drink lots of water. Eat a low-fat diet that includes at least five servings of fruits and vegetables. • Practice good eye care habits. Wear sunglasses with the maximum UV protection and safety glasses when doing hazardous work or participating in a dangerous sport. • Do not forget to blink. On average, people blink once every five seconds.
Don’t forget the sunblock for your eyes
While keeping us warm, the sun is also responsible for the UV rays that can damage our skin and eyes. Of the three types of UV rays, UVA, UVB and UVC, UVB rays are the most dangerous to the eyes, making the wearing of sunglasses imperative. Even on overcast days, UV rays can damage the eyes. It is time to buy some sunglasses, but with all the different kinds to choose from, how do you know which is right for you? Sunglasses come with various types of lenses. Some of these include: • Blue-blocker lenses, which are amber and block blue light. This style of lens is popular among skiers, pilots and hunters. • Gradient lenses, which are tinted from the top down, making them a good choice for driving. Double-gradient lenses are tinted from the bottom up, making the top and bottom darker and the middle clearer. They are not a good choice for driving because they make the dashboard hard to see. • High-contrast lenses, which are orange and yellow, resulting in a distortion of colors and making them unsuitable for driving. The contrast filtering aids in depth perception. • Mirrored lenses, which limit the amount of light entering the eyes. • Photochromic lenses, which adjust the darkness level according to the amount of UV light they are exposed to. • Polarized lenses, which reduce the light coming from reflective surfaces. They can also filter diffused light scattered by the atmosphere. • Prescription lenses, which are prescribed by an optometrist to go along with your eyeglasses. Prescription lenses are available that can make the transition from dark to light when moving from outdoors to indoors. • Scratch-resistant lenses, which are more durable than untreated lenses. Scratch-resistant lenses come in plastic and polycarbonate. • Ultra-violet lenses, which meet the standards established for UV protection-60% UVA and 70% UVB. Check the label for the sunglasses’ UV protection level and shoot for a pair with 98% or better protection. The Food and Drug Administration requires all sunglasses to be impact resistant. Anyone involved in sports will want sunglasses with ultra-impact resistant polycarbonate lenses. Keep in mind that expensive does not necessarily mean the best. It is possible to get a good pair of sunglasses for a decent price as long as they provide adequate UV protection and do not cause distortions.
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Worst eye care mistakes Sleeping in contact lenses
There are two types of contacts that are FDA-approved for overnight wear, but they can be risky. An American Academy of Ophthalmology study revealed the risk of developing a corneal ulcer is 10 to 15 times greater in extended-wear contact lens users than those who only wear contacts during the day. If you do sleep in your lenses, do not take them out right away. If your eyes are dried out, you could pull the top layer of your cornea away with them. Instead, wait 20 to 30 minutes and lubricate with artificial tears before you remove the contacts. Then wear glasses for the rest of the day.
Touching and rubbing your eyes
Sometimes your eyes itch and you have to rub them, right? No! Rubbing too hard can lead to broken blood vessels and inflammation. Also, if you shake a sick person’s hand and then rub your eyes, you’re transmitting those germs and will likely catch whatever he has.
Not getting annual eye exams
Your eyes change all the time. It is important to see your eye doctor every year even if you don’t feel your vision is getting worse. For instance, you could have the beginnings of glaucoma, a serious eye disease. Other no-nos: Using expired solution, lenses, or eye drops; sleeping without removing eye makeup; and not wearing sunglasses year round.
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What is good or bad for your pearly whites Remember how your mother used to tell you almost everything you did was "bad for your teeth?" You may have forgotten some of her warnings. And some things she said might not be as bad as you think. Read on. "The function of teeth is to chew food -- and to some extent, help you talk and form words," says Richard H. Price, DMD, spokesman for the American Dental Association. Price says teeth are not to be used for as pliers, coat hangers, ice crushers, potato chip bag openers, knot looseners, fork tine straighteners or chomping frozen candy bars! Price says it's hard to go wrong on paste or brush if you look for the American Dental Association (ADA) label of approval. "This means a brush is firm enough to remove plaque but not tear up gums," he says. "Choose a brush like you would a piece of silverware -- something that feels comfortable in your hand." The designation of "Soft" is preferred by most dentists. Don't use a brush more than three months," Price adds. "That is the limit." If you use an electric brush, try a rotary head type that you take from tooth to tooth rather than cruising across the teeth with it.
Water picks can drive bacteria back up into the gums, which can lead to it lodging in other parts of the body, such as the heart. "The picks do not remove plaque," Paskerian says. Price recommends them only for a gentle lavage before or after brushing. "Do not turn it on like a fire hose," he instructs. Toothpaste is an abrasive, with some therapeutic additions, namely fluoride, which strengthens enamel and can shore up little breaches before cavities develop. Brushing itself should be gentle, with the bristles at a 45-degree angle to the teeth, Paskerian says. Swish gently with an oval motion rather than raking the brush side to side across the teeth. What about the ever-popular floss? Paskerian recommends the easy-glide type -- daily, of course. Since the dentin between teeth is not fully mineralized with hard enamel, don't saw away like mad. Taking it easy on your teeth, while maintaining proper care, is essential for dental health.
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lack of sunlight and Vitamin D. Sunlight is scarce during the cold winter, making it harder for your body to maintain high enough vitamin D levels, especially without taking a supplement. Vitamin D functions in many different tissues in the body, and can help protect against heart disease. The first step in preventive health is to know your personal risk for a particular disease or condition. Consulting with your primary care physician and participating in health screenings are recommended. Screenings for heart disease check for coronary artery disease, which is the leading cause of heart attacks.
Why does winter have such an increase in heart attacks? Colder temperatures can cause your blood pressure to rise, which also increases levels of proteins that can raise your risk of blood clots. This is in addition to the fact that when the weather is cold, your heart must work harder to maintain your body heat. As your heart works harder, arteries tighten, which restricts blood flow and reduces the oxygen supply sent to your heart. With all of these factors combined, they could trigger a heart attack, especially for those who have heart disease. Another factor may affect your risk for a heart attack that is more significant during the winter months, and has nothing to do with the outside temperature, but rather a
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Simple steps that help people with diabetes keep their feet healthy People ages 20 and older who are living with diabetes account for about 60 percent of non-traumatic lower-limb amputations, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's 2014 National Diabetes Statistics Report. "The CDC says the occurrence of diabetes-related foot and lower-leg amputation has decreased by 65 percent since 1996," says American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) President Dr. Frank Spinosa. "Working together, podiatrists and their patients with diabetes can reduce the number of amputations even more. People with diabetes may be less aware of cuts or wounds on their feets due to the nerve damage related to their disease, Spinosa points out. "Regular and vigilant foot care can help catch problems before they develop into a health crisis." The APMA offers advice to help people with diabetes protect their foot health: * Inspect your feet daily, checking the entire foot and all 10 toes for cuts, bruises, sores or changes to the toenails, such as thickening or discoloration. Treat wounds immediately and see your podiatrist if a problem persists or infection is apparent. * Exercise by walking, which can help you maintain a healthy weight and improve circulation. Be sure to wear appropriate athletic shoes appropriate for the type of exercise you're doing. * When you buy new shoes, have them properly measured and fitted. Foot size and shape can change over time, and ill-fitting shoes are a leading cause of foot pain and lesions. Certain types of shoes, socks and custom orthotics are available for people with diabetes, and they may be covered under Medicare. You can find a list of podiatrist-approved footwear and products for people with diabetes on the APMA website. * Keep your feet covered and never go barefoot even at home. The risk of cuts and infection is too great. * See a podiatrist to remove calluses, corns or warts don't tackle them yourself and don't ask a unlicensed nonprofessional to do it. Over-the-counter products can burn your skin and injure your foot. Podiatrists are specially trained to address all aspects of foot health for people with diabetes. * Get checkups twice a year. An exam by your podiatrist is the best way to ensure your feet stay healthy. "For people with diabetes, taking charge of your own foot health can help you avoid foot-related complications like amputation," Spinosa says. "Work with today's podiatrist to help you safeguard your foot health." To learn more about foot care for people with diabetes or to find a podiatrist, visit www.apma.org.
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Massage Therapy: It’s been around a long time Massage therapy has been around for centuries. As far back as 2,700 B.C., ancient Chinese cultures used it to relieve all types of ailments. Hippocrates wrote about the benefits of rubbing and friction regarding joint and circulation problems, and Julius Caesar is believed to have had daily massages to treat nerve pain. During WWI, massages were used to treat nerve damage in soldiers, and during the 1930s, to help shell-shocked soldiers. Today, massage therapy is used in all types of settings to treat a variety of conditions ranging from stroke and heart attack to nerve damage, cancer and paralysis in babies and seniors. In addition to treating chronic conditions, massage therapy can help reduce stress and tension. Here's a brief description of some of the different therapies available: • Amma therapy is based on 5,000-year-old Chinese massage. Using their thumbs, fingers, elbows, arms, knees and feet, therapists press, stroke, stretch and manipulate pressure points along the 14 major meridians of the body. The therapy can be done while patients are fully clothed lying down or sitting up. • Aquatic massage therapy takes place in a therapeutic pool, allowing for a wider range of motion. Patients float on their back on a pool-noodle or flutter board while therapists support their head and neck and use some of the same techniques of land-based massage as well as Watsu and Jahara massage techniques. • Inhalation therapy is also known as breath or respiratory therapy and involves the lungs. Oxygen therapy is the most common, with oxygen fed to patients through a mask, tent or oxygen chamber. This type of therapy can also be done in
patients' homes through the use of a humidifier or vaporizer or inhaling steam from hot water. To get the full benefit of this treatment, patients should stay in a warm place for an hour afterwards. • Integrated energy therapy is a holistic therapy designed to increase life flow energy. Focusing on the nine primary energy points of the body, therapists use a cellular energy map to find out where emotions and energy are suppressed. To unblock and release the two, therapists spend an hour to an hour-and-a-half rebalancing patients' energy fields as they lie on their back fully clothed on the massage table surrounded by pillows. After the session, patients must take some time to allow their body to readjust and absorb the massage. • La stone therapy uses hot and cold stones to relieve sore, stiff muscles and joints. Alternating between warm and cold stones of all shapes and sizes, therapists apply the stones to the body to balance patients' chakra or energy. As with any type of medical treatment, make sure you talk with your doctor first before starting massage therapy.
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It is no secret that there is an obesity epidemic in this country. Experts say this is the first generation in American history whose life expectancy could be shorter than their parents. This puts a premium on good fitness and nutrition habits for kids. Once established, those habits can help children make new friends and maintain a healthy weight for the rest of their lives. These are just a few of the ways that you can instill healthy habits in your kids that will stick with them through adulthood. Be a good role model. It is very tough for children to hear they should be eating broccoli and tofu when their parents are eating cheeseburgers and pizza. Remember, you can eat just about anything you want, as long as it is in moderation. There is nothing wrong with the occasional treat or a special celebratory feast, but feasting on a regular basis instills bad habits in kids. You can also serve as a role model when it comes to exercise. It might be very difficult to come home from work, take care of the kids and then engage in some physical exercise, but even a few minutes of a game or playing outside can solidify these habits in children. Another way to instill good fitness habits is to get kids started in physical activities when they are young. Most cities have a variety of youth sports leagues to join at minimal costs. If they are not into team sports, there are individual activities like tennis they can start. There are also things like dance classes, swimming lessons and even parkour for kids these days. Physical activity releases hormones in the body that naturally make people feel good, and children are no exception. Many adults see activity as a chore, but if children can learn to see it as something fun and amusing, they are much more likely to continue it. Stay away from processed and fast food. Given the tremendous advertising campaigns from fast food companies, it can be difficult to keep kids away, and their ubiquitous presence in the American landscape makes them the easy choice. For those dealing with single parenthood or extremely busy schedules, these prepared foods are an attractive option. The problem is that they have less nutritional substance than home-cooked meals. Frozen pizza has higher fat and salt content than pizza made at home, for example. If you make these fun foods at home, you can control the amount of bad ingredients that go into them, and you might even be able to get your kids to help you out in the cooking process. There are many ways to go about keeping kids healthy, but the basic idea is that the trends established in childhood will be the trends that people follow as adults. If they get most of their meals from processed or fast food and exercise very little, those habits will be much harder to break as an adult. Of course, the opposite of that is true as well. Good fitness and nutrition habits created in childhood will endure.
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Dermatologist shares skin care tips for the changing seasons Skin changes with the seasons and it is important for women to adjust their daily skin care routine throughout the year. During fall and winter, low temperatures, low humidity and brisk winds deplete skin of its natural nutrients, which can lead to a dry, lackluster appearance. It is much easier to prevent dryness and irritation than it is to alleviate it, so now is the best time for women to start changing their routine before the weather becomes even colder.
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The healing powers of hot tea Hot tea may taste good and be soothing on a cold day, but there are also many medical benefits to this drink. Tea is an ancient beverage that has been enjoyed for centuries thanks to its healing benefits. Here are just some of the many ways sipping hot tea can be beneficial to you. * Decreased risk of heart disease: A study published in the journal Circulation indicated that drinking more than two cups of tea a day decreased the risk of death from a heart attack by 44 percent. Even if you aren't having several cups a day, tea can provide marked improvement in cardiovascular health and reduction of fatal heart attacks. * Reduction in blood pressure: Drinking merely a halfcup of green or oolong tea may reduce blood pressure by up to 50 percent, say researchers. Because high blood pressure could contribute to stroke, one can surmise that drinking tea may have benefits in stroke reduction as well. * Antiseptic properties: People who rinse their mouth with tea or drink it frequently may benefit from a reduction in cavities or periodontal diseases. The bioflavonoids in tea have antiseptic and astringent properties. A tea gargle can help prevent bad breath and kill germs in the mouth that contribute to poor oral health, according to the Hibiki-an brand of green tea. Because many viruses, such as the flu and cold, are airborne, drinking or gargling with tea may also help fight cold and flu. * Lowers cancer risk: The polyphenols in tea may be responsible for inhibiting factors that promote cancer growth in the body, according to some studies. In addition, the antioxidants in tea can help improve overall health. In one study, green tea was shown to inhibit bladder cancer cell growth in the laboratory. Some doctors surmise that drinking tea can fend off certain gastrointestinal cancers.
* Neurological benefits: Some research suggests that tea is valuable in the fight against neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease and dementia. Many of the benefits of tea are produced through flavonoids -- a natural class of antioxidants that are found in many natural plant-derived foods. According to medical experts, antioxidants remove free radicals from the body -- molecules that form as side products of damage done to the body by pollution and the natural aging process. The instability of free radicals causes them to react negatively with cells in the body and DNA. This may result in malfunctions and mutations on a cellular level. These malfunctions or mutations can increase risk of heart disease and cancer. What many people like about drinking tea is that there are no apparent side effects. Even if tea doesn't produce all of the benefits it promises, there is still the comfort in knowing the beverage is not harmful, either. In addition to its antioxidant properties, tea is a soothing drink that can calm a sore throat, hydrate the body, relieve symptoms of upper respiratory infections, and warm a person up when there is a nip in the air. Add a little honey -- which has its own nutritive value -- and you may have a potent remedy in a cup.
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Hawkeye’s LEAD Certificate Program, a 10-part series aimed at developing leaders in business and industry, begins its second series Feb. 10 with “Remarkable Leadership.” The LEAD (Leadership, Excellence, Action, and Decisionmaking) Certificate is designed to help businesses grow leaders from within, gain knowledge and skills to be successful, and begin succession planning for the next generation of industry leaders. Each of the 10 sessions has a different focus and builds
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Buchanan County Board of Supervisors January 12, 2015 The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, January 12, 2015 with Gary Gissel, Chairman in the Chair, Ellen Gaffney and Don Shonka present. Absent, none. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to approve the minutes of the January 5th meeting. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Shonka second by Gaffney to approve the claims filed with the County Auditor for payment in the amount of $281,432.58. All in favor, motion carried. The Board discussed appointments to the Compensation Commission. No action was taken. Public Health Deputy Director, Tai Burkhart presented the monthly report of the Public Health Department. The Ebola communications
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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified electors of Buchanan County, State of Iowa that a Special Election will be held in several election precincts of said county on Tuesday, February 3, 2015. Valid identification such as a driver license, non-driver identification card or student identification card (all showing a color photograph and signature) will be required of voters under these circumstances: (1 a voter moved from one voting precinct to another without updating their voter registration record (2 any voter whose voter registration mail was returned to the Election Office undeliverable by the United
on the learning from the previous month. “It was beneficial to have many different speakers share unique points of view, yet they all built well on the lessons that came before,” said Amy Streeter, manager of talent acquisition and development at VGM and one of 18 graduates in the inaugural LEAD Certificate Program. “Attendees were kept engaged as each new speaker brought something different to the table.” Topics for 2015 include:
from Iowa Department of Public Health has slowed down; with no known cases in the state. Deputy Director Burkhart reported Influenza is widespread in Iowa. The Immunizations Services Grant has been approved with anticipated receipt of $8,540. Burkhart is in her final stages of completing her Masters of Public Health. The next few months will be used to complete CHNA/HIP and Emergency Preparedness grant work. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to accept the monthly report. All in favor, motion carried. Environmental Health/Zoning Administrator, Chad Beatty presented his monthly report. Administrator Beatty presented information on fee increases for test kits; Wind Turbine permit fees; and rezoning fees. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to accept the fee changes and the establishment of a Wind Turbine permit fee. All in favor, motion carried. Beatty reported there have been 20 well permits and 70 sewer permits issued year-to-date. Seventeen wells have been plugged year-todate. January is Radon Awareness Month; articles will be submitted
along with paid ads to area papers regarding radon awareness. ISU Extension is working on a seminar regarding radon. Grant to counties is approximately $36,000 this year and we have used approximately 56% to date. Changes to the Floodplain Ordinance are being drafted and will need to be adopted by June 2015. The department has cancelled their post office box. All mail will be received at 210 5th Ave. N.E. Suite I. The department is driving the rural roads locating missing E911 signs. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to accept the monthly report. All in favor, motion carried. The Board met Beverly Taylor applicant for the Liberty Township Trustee. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to appoint Beverly Taylor Liberty Township Trustee effective January 12, 2015. All in favor, motion carried. EMA Director, Rick Wulfekuhle presented his monthly report. There are no changes to the current Presidential Disaster. Volunteers have been working on organizing the emergency support facility. All of the required updates have been
States Postal Service and (3 voters who registered for the first time in Buchanan County, by mail, after January 1, 2003 and did not provide a driver license number or the last four digits of their social security number which could be verified. Additional documents which may be substituted for identification purposes are: a utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, government check or other government document that show the name and address of the voter. Any voter who requires assistance to vote by reason of blindness, disability, or inability to read or write may be given assistance by a person of the voter’s choice, other than the voter’s employer or agent
of that employer or officer or agent of the voter’s union. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN in accordance with Chapter 49.90 of the Iowa Code that any voter who is physically unable to enter a polling place has the right to vote in the voter’s vehicle. For further information, please contact the Auditor’s office. Telephone: (319) 334-4109 or e-mail auditor@ co.buchanan.ia.us. The polls for said election will be open from noon until 8:00 p.m., on said date and in all precincts as established. POLLING PLACES FOR THE FEBRUARY 3, 2015 SPECIAL ELECTION ARE AS FOLLOWS: All voters in the East Buchanan
completed this year. After discussion, motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to accept the monthly report. All in favor, motion carried. GIS/E911 Coordinator, James Quinn presented the monthly report of his department. Quinn reported on the upgrade work on the communication towers; half of the upgrade work has been completed. The portable radio reception issues will be corrected with the installation of a small antenna on the Lee Ave. tower. The GeoComm E911 mapping software is installed and operating. Dispatchers have asked for a few function changes and these are being worked on. Quinn will receive additional training on software this week. Quinn worked with the Assessor’s office to comply with new mandates for the 2015 assessment. After discussion, motion by Shonka second by Gaffney to accept the monthly report. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to adjourn at 10:25 a.m. All in favor, motion carried. Gary Gissel, Chairman ATTEST: Cindy Gosse, Auditor
School District - St. Patrick’s Parish Center, 544 1st St. S., Winthrop, Iowa. All voters in the Independence School District – Falcon Civic Center, 1305 5th Ave. N.E., Independence, Iowa. All voters in the Jesup School District - Presbyterian Church, 643 6th St., Jesup, Iowa. I hereby certify that this is correct copy of the sample ballot to be voted at the Special Election in the County of Buchanan County, State of Iowa, February 3, 2015. Cindy Gosse Buchanan County Auditor & Commissioner of Elections
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Investing in Iowa’s Mental Health and Disability Services Submitted by the Iowa State Association of Counties
Iowa counties have made significant progress in the delivery of mental health and disability services as they have moved into the new, regionally based system. These 15 regions are actively moving forward in providing core services statewide and looking at long term planning in the development of core plus services. “One of the key reasons mental health redesign has been successful so far is the partnership between the Branstad Administration, the Legislature, and the counties all providing the necessary resources to ensure that Iowa’s most vulnerable citizens are receiving the services they need,” said Melvyn Houser, ISAC president and Pottawattamie County supervisor. “As regions move forward, it is essential that this partnership be maintained and that longterm, sustainable funding be provided.” A brief video explaining the importance of stable, regional funding to the mental health and disability services system can be viewed at the following link: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=TLdnTfAnihs The Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC) is excited to welcome the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, and looks forward to working with the Governor and Legislature on legislative priorities that will help elected and appointed county officials from all across the state better serve their constituents. One of ISAC’s top priorities for the 2015 legislative session is on mental health and disability services, namely, providing regions with the funding and tools to further their success. “Stabilized funding will help us provide services to all Iowans with disabilities and mental health needs,” said Russell Wood, Franklin County community services director.
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Manchester to be recognized as Certified Connected Community
Connect Iowa, the governor’s office representative, Manchester City Council, Delaware Co. Economic Development, Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce, community leaders, and the public will gather at 2:45 PM Jan. 30. The event, held at Fireside Pub & Steakhouse, 205 S. 12th St., Manchester, will be an award ceremony to announce the city’s Certified Connected Community status and release its Technology Action Plan. The Connected Community Engagement Program is designed to grow local economy and improve quality of life in Manchester. Connect Iowa is a subsidiary of Connected Nation and operates as a nonprofit in the state of Iowa to promote broadband access, adoption, and use.
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It was a great start to the second week of the 2015 session. It has been wonderful to get down to business with my fellow legislators in session and in committee. This week we have had many different groups visit the Capitol. Wednesday was Veterans Day on the Hill and I had the opportunity to meet with a few folks from my legislative district. It was my distinct privilege for Veterans Day on the Hill to meet with Jake Blitsch and Richard Witt, both of Oelwein. I spent some time speaking with them on the priorities of The American Legion Department of Iowa. One of the most important priorities is the comprehensive review of veterans’ preference in Iowa. I was also fortunate to get to meet with Oelwein Volunteers for Youth, which my daughter Rachel had volunteered for in the past. The members I had the honor of speaking with on Thursday were Deanne Fletcher, John Fletcher, and Annette Rubin. It is programs like these that will help ensure that our quality communities only grow stronger and that Iowa families have the resources they need. There are a few important issues that I want to address as the session begins. We must continue to fund and build on the tremendous success of the nutrient management strategy to be producers of clean water. We must also strengthen our elder abuse and dependent adult abuse laws to better protect the people of Iowa. One issue of great importance is setting allowable growth at 1.25%. That figure is too low. We should be continuing to revive education in Iowa, and setting allowable growth this low is not how Iowans want their children and grandchildren’s education and future to be funded. Iowa’s future depends on education. As always the seat I reside in is not mine, it belongs to the people of my district of whom I serve. I hope that I can have many conversations with constituents regarding this session and the priorities of House District 64. Please reach out to me with any concerns, questions, or ideas for this session of the Iowa Legislature. It is my honor and a humbling experience to be the State Representative for our community. I appreciate the messages and correspondence I receive from people in the District. You can always contact me anytime at bruce.bearinger@legis. iowa.gov or 515-281-3221.
Cedar Valley Manufacturing Conference to be held Feb. 5 Submitted by Hawkeye Community College
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AIB College of Business to become the University of Iowa Des Moines campus
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AIB College of Business announced it will become the UniIowa schools are crucial to a versity of Iowa Des Moines campus. Transition is expected to world-class education that pretake at least a year. Eventually Iowa will own AIB’s land and pares students for good jobs and buildings, and AIB students will become Iowa students. strengthens our middle class. “AIB has always changed with the times, and becoming part Business leaders say Iowa’s of the University of Iowa allows us to maintain the commitshortage of skilled workers hurts ment we made to our students and the surrounding region to their ability to grow and operalways provide high quality educational opportunities in Des ate competitively. That means Moines,” said Nancy A. Williams, president of AIB. our state’s continued success Founded in 1921, the school provided a variety of business depends on support for Iowa stutraining programs and in the 1950s, it began awarding associdents and schools at all levels. ate degrees. Today, with current enrollment exceeding 1,000 Other states have figured out that high-wage, high-skill students, it offers Bachelor of Science degrees in seven busieconomies are built on a foundation of great local schools, and ness-related majors. they’ve committed to supporting those schools. While other “I know that our students, faculty, staff and alumni will have states are investing more in student achievement, Iowa is failmany questions but I can tell you both institutions are fully ing to commit enough dollars to ensure each student’s success. committed to keeping everyone well-informed during the inOn average, we invest $1,612 less per student than the national tegration and supporting students as they complete their deaverage. We are currently 35th in the nation. grees,” Williams said. The Legislature needs to increase its commitment to great schools, higher student achievement and increased teacher quality. Local parents, teachers and school administrators say our schools increasingly are forced to choose between providGood 1/29/15 to 2/5/15 ing a good education or just the bare minimum. The problem has emerged as support for our local schools has become an increasingly partisan issue, and it could get worse. Governor Branstad and the Iowa House have released their proposals for school funding for the next two years. Their proposals provide little support to help our schools keep up with $ inflation, let alone compete with other states. 750 + dep. A new survey of Iowa school superintendents reports the Governor’s budget would send schools in the wrong direction, resulting in fired teachers, overcrowded classrooms, outdated $ textbooks and fewer choices for Iowa students. In fact, almost & all survey respondents said they oppose the Governor’s plan to 30 pk cans + dep. provide less than 1% in additional state aid to schools for the 2015-16 school year. When asked what the affect would be on students, 75% of $ 750 + dep. superintendents surveyed said class sizes would increase, 74% would fire teachers, 71% would delay buying new classroom materials, and 70% would reduce course offerings. School superintendents believe the Branstad budget would limit the opportunities of tens of thousands of Iowa students. Iowa is competing with the world for high-skill, high-wage jobs. That means LIMITED TIME ONLY great local schools have nevRebate offer valid January 26 thru February 14, 2015 er been more important to our families and our state’s ecoNOTE: Simple & Fast Rebate forms available in our store! nomic future.
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Part two of a series By Christine Dale Assistant Editor
“To talk about a struggle, you're likely to forget abou t it. To be shown a struggle, you' re likely not to forget it. But , to live through a struggle, you'll understand it.” – Valerie Owens
dence. Some have gone through a divorce in her relationships with or left an abusive situa men. A mother, she tion and have few or sometimes stayed with no assets – perhaps men too long so she not even basic hous e- wouldn’t have to hold items many take uproot her children; how for granted. Most ever, at one point while are able to get through in Indiana, she did end the tough time with up living in her car with support and get back on their feet. Others, her daughter, after which they stayed for particularly those who 30 days at a shelter. are disabled or have Before she left Indiana, a medical condition that she was in a bad is either expensive relationship and feare or impairs their abili d for her safety. Whe ty to qualify for avai n l- she had the chan able work, may requ ce, she came to Iowa ire help far longer. to work in Postville in Debbie, formerly an hopes of bettering her Indiana resident, lives life. But when the in Independence and plan t closed, with no considers herself a fami ly “walking testimony” of how faith, commu- doct nearby to help her, she turned to her or, who started her nity and trust in avail on the path to beable services can bring com ing a “whole person.” someone up. Abused as a child by her stepfather, Debbie said she Story continues on page made poor choices 17. (Dorothea Lange/US DA Photo)
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Three more bridges close in Buchanan County
By freque Christine ntlyDale, Assistant Edito es, and r sick, cover coughs and sneez NEWS Mem bersble. of the East Buchanan availa By Kris Wilgenbusch, THE flu shots Independence City Cou (EB) School Board wash hands. There are still meeting, Buchabou t impl ncil met in regular sess Imlearned ementation of early litera an for ved During their regular Monday appro been Mayor Davis presided ion Jan. 12. cy legislation passed Gary GisPublic Health has By Kris Wilgenbusch, visors state Super , with Council Mem of in 2014 Board by the pated ty during their regular mee THE NEWS anan Coun , with an antici bers Holland, LeGrant es nius , Vaughn, Hill, Grov Servic ved ation ting appro a muniz Jan. During Monday’s regu Shonk 12. Elementary Principal/ er and Brown in atten lar meeting, Buchana sel, Ellen Gaffney and Don Supe rinte bach dance; Dallen0. nden was absent. t Dan Fox explained n County Board amount of $8,54 of Supervisors Ellen tments of EnIowa depar the law, from whic a s her new in h is report requ ly she Gaffney, Don ires third graders to read month Burkhart statedschools Independence Municipa news, ency other In Emerg , met at grad Health with e level and County Engineer Bria Shonka and Gary Gissel l Airport Manager Jona have a process to ensu r’s oftoPublic vironmental Health, Public Maste her g repo re n Keierleber who info earnin early than of rted identification and supp Walter on activities at the airpo final stages them that recent insp of non-profi rmed a cient on ort ng reade rt, worki ectio rs. notin tly Management and GIS/E911. Beginning in kindergar ns resulted in the clos g fuel sales are up and flights and fligh Health degree. She is curren will take at.state bridges. The bridges ten, EB students ted proposed Enure of three t training are stable. -approved literacy test are located on Victor Director Chad Beatty presen ship Projec PubSnow removal was going well up until known as the Formative Avenue, Section 10 Capstone Project and Intern sessment Syste in Madison Townshi for 2015. Radon the last snow. There Asm for Health Teac p; unity 200t hers vironmental Health Dept. fees Comm h (FAS are on Stre no other issues at the airport. A mee et, Section 27 of Perr T) each fall, winter and lic Health is working ship; and 130th Street, If studPrepa see a slight inting has been schedule y Townspring. have difficulty read ency ents redSect kits and water sample kits will d with the Airport ing in two consecut Committee to finalize parents will be notifi Needs Assessment and Emerg Bridges closed previous ion 19 of Hazleton Township. ive tests, the Master Plan and ed and interventions crease. ly in the county are loca Long Range Plan to submit to FAA for will be implemented Those stud ness grants. Street, Section 31 of ted turbine permit fee on wind appr a ents 215th sed oval . 3. not propo . page profi also on Byron Township; Ring cient by the end of third ues Beatty Story contin A public hearing was ther repeat the grade old grade must eition 35 of Cono Tow many landowners held to adopt an ordi or participate in sum nship; and 270th Stre Avenue, Secof $750 per turbine. In July, nance regarding the Zoning Code repe mer school. Fox said EB already offers sum et, Section 35 in Westburg Township. Counties (mainly nan aling Bucha Sect and mer are ion scho Keie 3.21 Delaw in ol but may have to mak rleber continues to pertaining to Home Occupations. Council reading intensive. The funding to replace thes try to secure e it more ed a letter from voted to adopt the ordi district plans to be proa e bridges. Middlefield Township) receiv nance for the first time. ctive and contact parents of struggling Supervisors approved 100 wind turbines readers so those child plans and set letting RPM Access proposing that Council also voted for ren may participate in summer school befo date repla s for bridge cem ent the on third re third grade to help 100th Street and Dea time to adopt the ordi amending Chapter them catch up. con Avenue. Keierlebe Board member George nance is estimating the cost 69 Parking Regulati r Aberle asked how this at around $150,000. ons specifically by repealing Section 69.2 will affect students with an IEP (individu Roc k lettin 2 Recr g alize shall l bids eatio d Schoo education program) who were n Vehicles and repla nanreadi with a new section. 5. East Bucha cient per cing it have defiRock Products and Paul opened at 10 AM from Bruening ng$195 skillsper . Fox said many alrea 2. Next 9,000 gallons used of and rate re, Niem flat a tructu ed dy ann infras go charg Con be to aging in summer school, struction for 49,500 ton whic h case those 29, of rock per division. in balances, January 2015 www.thebuchanancountynews.com Cents per 1,000 gallons. students may progress Story75 Winthrop City Council met de sewer month @ $2.80 continues on page 17. to the next grade. Fox explained that beca per month. r projected costs to upgra use the U.S. is behind 3. Next 40,000 gallons used ss, council reregular session Jan. 7 with Mayo requirements. Story continues on page In other busine achievem in educational ent compare mem- plant to meet DNR $2.40 per 1,000 gallons. d @ ers to 17. othe month numb t r apcoun budge il Gerald Dennie presiding and tries item counc and , Iowa is implementper viewed line ing legislation aimedyto impr Kress, The hearing closed 4. Over 50,000 gallons used ove student achievem health agenc bers Melissa Hesner, Mark of Ordinance As ts, for street projec ent. Abe rle said, benand proved First Reading “The state has draw @ $2 per 1,000 gallons. month and s /wage waivAnn Myers, Leland Sprague n salary a rates, line ents, water stressOn-line voter registration in the sand,” to the importanc Voters in Hawkeye’s 10-c shall paym - #169 increasing e of reading proficiency. g was 5. East Buchanan School ounty service re- mea hearin readings Lee White present. Also attend t public Iowa Voter has gion will be asked whet rding sure will not result in per efits. A budgeAcco torop theRegistration n- ing the second and third ProgrammeCommission her to approve a $25 City be charged a flat rate of $195 for Inter 4, Winth ing were East Buchanan gover Feb.adopted national rate increase. rule allowing residents to apply forStudent AsIf approved by vote Hawkeye’s overall prop an increase in set for 7 PMsessm million bond issue on ent (PISaA) 2012 Public and approving the , surv rs, funding would Burns Tues erty tax rate. For . ey Sheri day, of ts, month 15 Feb. 3. The the aver studen year Orment oldstoin the U.S. voter registrations on-line. The system, be65 countries, be used for the same on bond will address the Hall. did is cil hed rank age homeowner, the Coun furnis ed be 17th and shall e in Curtis following community the world for reading, ing2016, Sewer servic Build bond issue replacing a new adult education center ence sewer Works Director Shawn Resid sing and cted in place by early will be available to 20th increa will 27th need Restri in cost #170, scien in s: ce the College’s Metro math. for additional workforce approximately $1.10 ce dinan ing monthly rates follow and Martin the ed deve per at review mon lopm effect th were City Clerk Mary Ryan. ent take Luther King, Jr., Cent on a home valued at programs and services Permit rules eligible voters with a valid Iowa driver’s liOr- rates. These ordinances $100,000. The bond ers, a new health for adult students; Storof determ y cont was or A public hearing opened on inues on page 17. (in Jan. 15, within the City: By Kris Wilgenbusch, THE NEWS scien a stateined issued ID (93% the state’s rate would be in effec cation. It cense expanded capacity in ces techn ology cente ent after their publication t for 10 years. Unr, expanded job high-demand fields 1,000 gallons used per clarifi a First 1. inside d as ) locate dinances #169 and #170. Resid ing NEWS train eligible voters). The commission plans to During their regular Monday meeting, dwell der such as healthcare/adva ing and educational state law, issuing gene that a ques- 2015, edition of THE nced manufacturral obligation at Buchanan tion rtunities Elmonth @ $10 (minimum bill). defini thethis Sheri Burns asked several expand opportunity so on-line registraCounty Board oppo of Supervisors bonds is the primary high schools ing; and additional caree shed does not meet and off-c in- required by law. funding mechanism ampus outreach r academies in high Re- to all eligible voters, Next 9,000 gallons used per 2. rop Winth per tions concerning the proposed rates: cente tion will be available ing, for len Gaffney, Don Shonka and Gary Gissel new scho dwell rs, com the a and ols mun and the College’s outre a renovation of Grun Following are gallons. of The dy Hall ach centers. construct ity colleges to finance new g Ordi. Zoninthose hed month @ $2.80 per 1,000 crease in water/sewer rates. including without driver’s licenses. approvedStor a monthly report from Roadside Since an existing levy ion and major reno per stricted Residence y continue Water service shall be furnis red on page 17. is ending, this exist vations of 3. Next 40,000 gallons used granted application will be hostbe registration not rates will ly following information was The voter ts Management Director Sherlyn Hazen. month Permi . ing ing build nance follow s. ings. other at the month @ $2.40 per 1,000 gallon withtheliving edds on both Iowa Department of Transportaviewed: A comparison with Hazen reviewed the yearly weed commisWinthrop: per for building/she nearby within the City of 4. Over 50,000 gallons used per cities’ rates, an article on a sioner report, which is submitted to the Iowa quarters inside.tion and the Iowa Secretary of State website. 1. First 1,000 gallons used year’s @ $2 per 1,000 gallons. month bill). town’s rate increase, past um Weed Commissioners Association. In the re@ $10 (minim month e reserv and s sewer fund deficit port, Hazen listed noxious weeds concerns, Iowa fails at reducing tobacco use invasive plants in the county such as CaAn American Lung Association annual “State nadian thistle, musk thistle, and multi-flora of Tobacco Control” report found that in 2014, rose, and the department’s chemical usage Iowa failed to “enact tobacco control policies for the past year. Hazen would like to be able that will save lives and help end the tobacco Members of the East Buchanan robotics to have time that is more educational with epidemic.” The report finds most states and team work on the robot between matches the federal government earn poor grades, and seasonal employees. She also announced at the league championship on Saturday. tobacco control progress is at a standstill. her plans to attend the Iowa Weed Commis“Although Iowa received an A for our SmokeTeams from East Buchanan, Independence, teams documented their work in an engineer- sioners Annual Conference in March. free Air Act, Iowa received in F in the other County Engineer Brian Keierleber disNorth Linn and Starmont schools competed at ing notebook, developed a business plan, and categories including tobacco prevention and cussed plans for a new county shop in Brana FIRST Tech Challenge league championship were interviewed by judges. control funding, tobacco taxes and access to cesat Davenport West High School on Saturday. Twenty-six teams participated in the day-long don. The City of Brandon has expressed sation services. In order to reduce smoking rates The game, “Cascade Effect,” was announced event and although no local teams qualified interest in the purchasing the old shop. Asand save lives, it’s imperative that Iowa steps up in early September. Since then, teams have for state competition, students had a chance to sistant County Attorney Michael Hudson and starts supporting funding for the key initiahas sent information on the procedure to worked to design, build and program a robot learn, compete and have fun. tives,” said Micki Sandquist, executive director proceed with the sale. Keierleber will move that could can perform tasks both on its own (Christine Dale Photo) of the American Lung Association in Iowa. forward with project planning. and with a driver controlling it. In addition, View Iowa’s detailed scorecard at www. Story continues on page 25. stateoftobaccocontrol.org
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2014 Water Summary
A rollercoaster of dry weather, then wet with flooding, followed by a return to dryness for northwest counties by the end of 2014 resulted with a statewide average rainfall of 4.3 inches above normal for the year. Temperatures were up and down, as well. February, July and November 2014 ranked among the top-10 coldest for those months in the historical record, while December was the only month of the year significantly above normal in average temperature. Shallow groundwater improved to normal conditions statewide by the end of June. Northwest Iowa was abnormally dry the end of December; hopefully spring rainfall will recharge alluvial aquifers to prevent drought conditions from worsening. See the full report at www.iowadnr.gov/ watersummaryupdate
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The 2015 RAGBRAI overnight towns were announced Saturday, Jan. 24 in Des Moines. Riders will depart Sioux City July 19 then ride to overnight destinations in Storm Lake, Fort Dodge, Eldora, Cedar Falls, Hiawatha, and Coralville before arriving in Davenport July 25. A new option this year includes a 15-mile gravel loop between Storm Lake and Fort Dodge on July 20. The final route, including pass-through towns, is expected to be released in March.
Part three of a series By Christine Dale Assistant Editor
omelessness and near homelessness exists in Buchanan County. There are many reasons for it, it can happen to anyone, and it is humbling. The good news is that there are people and organizations dedicated to offering a hand-up when others need it most.
Pictured: Everyone is welcome to enjoy food and fellowship at Hot Dog Friday at noon each Friday at St. James Episcopal Church in Independence. Deacon Sue Ann Raymond said that people from all walks of life – ranging from business owners to those requiring public assistance – attend to enjoy a home-cooked meal and camaraderie. In its third year, Raymond said 22 to 55 diners attend every Friday. For some, it is the most important meal of the week. (Christine Dale Photo)
Send THE NEWS to friends/family: For Debbie, the most frightening part of homelessness was not knowing what would happen next. Fortunately for her, she was put in touch with a support network that exists to help the spectrum of homeless or at-risk individuals, ranging from victims of domestic violence to travelers who are down on their luck. Among those who have reached out, Debbie credits much of her new lease on life
to Cedar Valley Friends of the Family, her church family, and the entire Independence community for the help they have given her. She said people have been willing to open doors of opportunity for her, but she had to earn the opportunity by being willing to work for it and accepting the process.
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