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Thursday, February 09, 2012  Military bases will soon be serving more fruits, vegetables and low-fat dishes under the first program in 20 years to improve nutrition standards across the armed services.

Sunday, January 09, 2011  The military and Macon County Sheriff's Office are looking for a man considered AWOL.

Monday, October 18, 2010  The Pentagon on Monday asked media organizations not to publish any classified war files released by the WikiLeaks Web site.

Friday, September 24, 2010  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010  China's drive to transform itself into a major military power is being pursued in a secretive manner that increases the potential for misunderstanding and military conflict with other nations, the Pentagon says in a new report.

Monday, August 16, 2010  A Republican and holdover from the Bush administration, Gates had agreed to stay on at the request of President Barack Obama. The move was intended to maintain stability at a time of two wars.

Thursday, May 06, 2010  Iowa is the first state to go 10-for-10 in passing the U.S. Department of Defense's list of 10 "quality of life" issues.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010  Gov. Chet Culver has signed into law measures aimed at helping military families.

Monday, April 26, 2010  Military officials offer their condolences for a 53-year-old soldier from Iowa who died last week in Afghanistan.