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New York puppeteer brings workshops to Dubuque students, families
2+ hour, 38+ min ago (270+ words) DUBUQUE, Iowa " A professional puppeteer from New York City will spend four days teaching students and community members the art of puppetry. Kirk Bixby will be at the Bell Tower Theater from May 7-10 for an artist residency funded by a…...
Allen College hosts Teddy Bear Clinic to ease kids' doctor fears
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (138+ words) Allen College is hosting a Teddy Bear Clinic to help young children feel more comfortable with doctor visits. From 4 to 6 p. m. on Tuesday, families can bring their kids and favorite stuffed animals or. .. Allen College is hosting a teddy bear clinic…...
2, 000+ UNI Panther volunteers tackle service projects in Cedar Valley
1+ week, 5+ day ago (174+ words) [CEDAR FALLS, Iowa] " The University of Northern Iowa hosted a day of service for the Cedar Valley on Wednesday as the institution's 150th anniversary celebration continues. More than 2, 000 volunteers came out to support 77 service projects across the Cedar Valley. The projects…...
Waterloo man brings community together with free Easter egg hunt
2+ week, 2+ day ago (274+ words) The egg hunt is one of multiple events one Waterloo man has organized to bring people together WATERLOO - Despite chilly weather, nearly 500 children gathered at Lafayette Park on Saturday, baskets in hand and ready to hunt for eggs. The event…...
Career Olympics gives Tama County students real-world job experience
3+ week, 3+ day ago (176+ words) Students in grades 7 through 12 got hands-on experience exploring different careers during a Career Olympics event in Tama County. [TAMA COUNTY, Iowa] " Students in grades 7 through 12 at Green Mountain Garwin High School got hands-on experience exploring different careers during a Career…...
Discover City View: Hiawatha school hosts open house for families
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (188+ words) KWWL HIAWATHA, Iowa " City View Community High School is set to host its "Explore the City" Open House on March 9 from 5 to 7 p. m. at 1770 Boyson Road. This event invites local middle school students, high school students, families, and community members to…...
Sleep concerns: 44% of U. S. kids lack recommended rest, study finds
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (35+ words) KWWL A recent survey reveals that nearly half of American children are not receiving the sleep they need according to the National Sleep Foundation....
Concorde Career Colleges Celebrates National Children's Dental Health Month by Offering No-Cost Dental Services to Local Communities
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (170+ words) Seven campuses will offer dental cleanings, screenings, and education for kids ages 4 to 17 to spotlight the importance of regular preventive oral care KANSAS CITY, Mo. , Jan. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- February is National Children's Dental Health Month and, once again, Concorde Career Collegesis…...
Art on wheels: Cedar Rapids to transform garbage trucks into art
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (148+ words) KWWL CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa " The City of Cedar Rapids Utilities" Solid Waste and Recycling Division, alongside the Public Art Commission, is calling on artists to participate in the Garbage Truck Art Project 2026. This creative initiative aims to turn four garbage…...
Safe Haven law aids 79th baby in Des Moines
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (375+ words) DES MOINES, Iowa " A baby boy, born on October 6, has been safely placed under the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) care through the Safe Haven Law. He will stay with a foster family until a permanent home…...