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Iowa Hawkeye Fans Mourn Death of Broadcasting Great Jim Zabel

Zabel, known for his catchphrase "I love it! I love it! I love it!" (and what he loved was Hawkeye sports) died on Thursday at his Arizona home.
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Drumming Up Flavor For Memorial Day

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Memorial Day marks summer’s unofficial start. If you’re celebrating with food try these delicious recipes!
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Historic Vote by Boy Scouts of America Merits Our Attention (Blog)

The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) ended the national ban on gay youth by a majority vote of its National Council, but the new policy would still bar gay Scout leaders.
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Tackling the Fear of Debt Collectors (Blog)

“Not only was I able to get caught up on all of my bills, I was also able to pay off $7,000 in debt in 90 days!”
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How Should Home Schooling Parents Be Held Accountable?

We cannot make the assumption that every parent who home schools has the ability to teach or even to be a good parent.
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Married Couple Stabs Each Other Over American Idol

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Three topics not to be discussed at the dinner table: religion, politics, and "American Idol."
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