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Civilized caterpillars talk with their butts
Rump-shaking provides insight in evolution of animal communication
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Earth Day Edicts
What to focus on if you really want to green your lifestyle.
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Critics urge delay in vote on casinos
Gambling opponents said Monday that confidence in the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission would suffer if the commission votes on new casino applications before a ruling on whether campaign contributions from some Fort Dodge casino backers were proper.
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New animal health center dedicated in Ames
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack was on hand to dedicate the final component of the $464 million National Centers for Animal Health in Ames.
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Riding for a good cause
American Red Cross poker run attracts nearly 40 riders
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ACCB open house
CENTERVILLE — Appanoose County Conservation Board Director Mark Hoffman and ACCB Naturalist Laura DeCook were on hand Saturday afternoon for an open house at Center 2000 in Sharon Bluffs State Park.
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Kennedy arraigned on incest charges
A Renick man charged with incest and rape made his first court appearance Monday. 43-year-old Matthew Kennedy was arraigned in Randolph County Circuit Court.
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New bishop for Springfield diocese
The Roman Catholic Church has appointed a new bishop for the Diocese of Springfield.
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Crime victims compensation fund in good health
JEFFERSON CITY, MO. -- It's been 18 years since Terri Tucker of Kansas City became a crime victim, when two men under the influence of drugs beat her brother to death rather than pay him an $85 debt.
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