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When Sex Becomes a Chore
A new study shows how infertility affects a couple's sex life.
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Pressure Mounts for Radical Changes to Postal Service
The U.S. Postal Service is not financially viable and looks likely to undergo some radical restructuring.
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Gov. Culver hires third campaign leader in seven months
The abrupt resignation of Gov. Chet Culver's campaign manager prompted the governor on Monday to name his third campaign chief in seven months, this time choosing a veteran Iowa activist.
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More than 450 citizens celebrate Earth Day by picking up trash at several sites throughout Keokuk Saturday
A record turnout of volunteers dressed in eye-popping orange shirts swarmed Keokuk Saturday during the third annual Earth Day city cleanup.
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Iowa seizing on golden opportunity
DES MOINES, Iowa -- The number of dairies in California has plummeted by more than 500 in the past decade, with many moving to other states enticing them with promises of lower costs and simpler regulations.
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New state gun law will change how county issues permits
A new law approved last month by the Iowa House and Senate will standardize conceal and carry laws across the state, stripping county sheriffs of most of their discretion in restricting issuance of hand gun permits.
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Kirksville man charged with incest
A Kirksville man is behind bars in Lancaster, accused of having deviate sexual intercourse with a family member.
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Officials urge precautions to defend against ticks
WHEATON, ILL. (AP) -- Spring isn't only about blooming flowers and sunshine. One of the less pleasant sides of the improved weather is increased activity of ticks. And health officials are warning people to take precautions against tick-borne diseases.
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Woman's body found in Columbia field
COLUMBIA -- A woman's body has been found in a field near the Lake of the Woods area in Columbia.
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