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2026 Robert D. Blue Scholarship Now Open

The 2026 Robert D. Blue Scholarship presented by the Iowa Centennial Memorial Foundation is now open. Soon-to-be and former graduates of any Iowa high school who plan to pursue post-secondary education in the State of Iowa are encouraged to apply.
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What We're Reading: How to read a book

Almost skipped 'How to Read a Book' by Monica Wood because the title didn’t grab me-but wow, that would’ve been a mistake!This novel completely surprised me.
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What We're Reading: 'Such a Clever Girl'

Darby Kane was an unknown author to me, but now that I've finished this book, I will definitely be getting better acquainted with her! A former divorce lawyer, Kane has neatly changed course into an acclaimed author of international best sellers, as well as having a book chosen for a television series.
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What we're reading: Making the Best of What’s Left...

I recently read 'Making the Best of What’s Left: When We’re Too Old to Get the Chairs Reupholstered' by Judith Viorst, who many will recognize as the author of 'Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.
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What We're Reading: Messenger Cat Cafe

I recently finished this endearing short book 'Messenger Cat Cafe' by Nagi Shimeno. Check out the Goodreads (3.89 rating) synopsis:"After a long life with a loving human family, tabby cat Fuuta has passed into the afterlife, but he is not as far from his owner, Michiru, as it seems.

IHCA Foundation to award health care scholarships

IHCA Foundation to award health care scholarships for long-term care employees and high school seniors32 scholarships now available; applications due May 31The Iowa Health Care Association (IHCA) Foundation is offering 32 scholarships to help individuals interested in pursuing or advancing their career in long-term care.
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What We're Reading: The Correspondent

Review of 'The Correspondent' by Virginia Evans:This book was told entirely through the exchange of letters between Sybil Van Antwerp and her many friend, relatives and even a few enemies.

Kirkwood Foundation Launches $15 Million Campaign to Strengthen Student Success

Initial campaign gifts include a transformational $3 million donation from the Tippie familyThe Kirkwood Foundation has announced the public launch of “The Community’s College — The Community’s Future,” a $15 million fundraising campaign to expand scholarships, enhance healthcare programs, and strengthen the workforce across Kirkwood Community College's seven-county service area.
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