Archive for December, 2009

Multi Vehicle Pile Up on 218

Posted: Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:52 am

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A multi car crash on Highway 218 near Riverside yesterday sent a Washington County Sheriff’s deputy and a motorist to the hospital.

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Snowy December Despite El Nino

Posted: Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:40 am

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Many parts of Iowa are on pace to, or have already broken snowfall records for the month of December.

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Loebsack Says Healthcare Reform Will Save Employers Money

Posted: Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:33 am
Congressman Dave Loebsack (D-Iowa 2nd District)Congressman Dave Loebsack (D-Iowa 2nd District)

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Eastern Iowa Congressman Dave Loebsack says he’s confident healthcare reform will help save employers money.

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Posted: Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:29 am
Senator Becky Schmitz (D-Fairfield on the left), Iowa House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (D-Des Moines, center) and Representative Larry Marek (D-Riverside) Speak at the Washington Public Library on Thursday December 17, 2009 (KCII NEWS)Senator Becky Schmitz (D-Fairfield on the left), Iowa House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (D-Des Moines, center) and Representative Larry Marek (D-Riverside) Speak at the Washington Public Library on Thursday December 17, 2009 (KCII NEWS)

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One of Iowa’s legislative leaders says it’s easy for voters to confuse federal and state lawmakers

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Documentary Follows Ag Runoff

Posted: Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:23 am

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A documentary centered on Iowa’s agricultural runoff will soon play in the state capital.

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Year in Review Continues

Posted: Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:18 am

The KCII Year in review program continues today.

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Third Influenza Wave Expected

Posted: Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:14 am

The Iowa Department of Public Health is asking for help combating seasonal and H1N1 influenza.

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Pharmacy Students to Offer Free Screenings

Posted: Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:13 am

The University of Iowa’s College of Pharmacy is providing a variety of free health screenings next month in Washington.

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FREE Blood Pressure Checks and Glucose Screenings

Posted: Monday, December 28th, 2009 at 5:10 pm

Title: FREE Blood Pressure Checks and Glucose Screenings
Location: NuCara Pharmacy, 120 E.Madison Street, Washington
Description: University of Iowa College of Pharmacy will be providing FREE blood pressure checks and glucose screenings on Saturday, January 2nd at the Nu- Cara Pharmacy in Washington. They will also be giving out information regarding heartburn awareness, diabetes, bone density and more. Come take advantage of this fantastic health opportunity free of charge! Pharmacists and pharmacy students will be available to answer any questions you may have regarding your health!
Date: 2010-01-02

5K Run/Walk/Cheer and 1 Mile Run/Walk

Posted: Monday, December 28th, 2009 at 4:58 pm

Title: 5K Run/Walk/Cheer and 1 Mile Run/Walk
Location: Washington Jr. High School
Description: The Washington Community Schools, with support from Bodyworks Fitness, will be sponsoring a 5K Run/Walk/Cheer and 1 Mile Run/Walk on April 17, 2009, starting at 9 AM at the Washington Jr. High School. The 5K Run/Walk/Cheer will pass by each of the schools. All proceeds will be divided among the four schools and used for this cause. Direct all questions to Teri Hartzler, Bodywrx Fitness, 319-653-6500 or e-mail info@bodywrxfitness.com

Date: 2010-04-17