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Shenandoah boys tennis cruises in Hawkeye 10 opener

Shenandoah boys tennis cruises in Hawkeye 10 opener

  • Bryan Clark

The Shenandoah boys tennis opened their "home" season with a 9-0 win Tuesday, April 7 over Clarinda.

Through the lens from Clarinda boys tennis' dual against Shenandoah

Through the lens from Clarinda boys tennis' dual against Shenandoah

  • Bryan Clark

The Clarinda boys tennis team fell to 1-1 on the dual season Tuesday with a 9-0 loss to Shenandoah.

Remembering Our Fallen exhibit coming to Shenandoah

Remembering Our Fallen exhibit coming to Shenandoah

  • Bryan Clark

The Remembering Our Fallen traveling exhibit is coming in June to Shenandoah

Shenandoah's Babe signs with SWCC Baseball

Shenandoah's Babe signs with SWCC Baseball

  • Bryan Clark

Shenandoah senior Tyler Babe signed Thursday with SWCC Baseball

Two champions ready for final run for Shenandoah Track and Field

Two champions ready for final run for Shenandoah Track and Field

  • Bryan Clark

The Shenandoah boys track and field team has state championship experience to lead the team this spring

A look back at the area 4-sport seniors

A look back at the area 4-sport seniors

  • Bryan Clark

A look back at eight area 4-sport seniors who were featured over the past few weeks

Shenandoah's Twyman signs with SWCC Baseball

Shenandoah's Twyman signs with SWCC Baseball

  • Bryan Clark

Shenandoah senior Logan Twyman signed Thursday with SWCC Baseball during Shenandoah's Signing Day ceremony

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Here's what a US Supreme Court ruling could mean for Iowa’s conversion therapy bill

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A U.S. Supreme Court ruling against Colorado’s ban on LGBTQ conversion therapy for young people comes as Iowa lawmakers weigh related legislation this session.

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Researchers are hoping to establish a foundation for further consideration of sleep and the lack of it when it comes to justice system proceedings such as suspect interrogations and confessions.

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As machine learning and artificial intelligence programs have advanced over the past decade, Iowa State University researchers — — have likewise expanded efforts to use those tools in aiding farmers.

Former Iowa Gov. Branstad weighs in against Republican gubernatorial primary drama

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Former Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad, a Republican, said he doesn’t like seeing the level of discord between some Republican candidates for governor this year.

Iowa farmers were struggling with fertilizer prices. War in Iran has made it worse

Iowa farmers were struggling with fertilizer prices. War in Iran has made it worse

“If you bought fertilizer last fall, you paid too much for it, and if you bought fertilizer now, you definitely paid way too much for it," farmer Lance Lillibridge said.

Nearly 3,700 citations issued in first 3 months under Iowa’s new distracted driving law

Nearly 3,700 citations issued in first 3 months under Iowa’s new distracted driving law

Nearly 3,700 citations have been issued by state and local officers for violations of a new law that prohibits drivers from operating phones and other mobile devices with their hands.

Des Moines correspondent writes that Iowa Capitol truly is the people's house

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It’s not uncommon to see couples taking wedding announcement photos outside of the chamber doors on steps that lobbyists and lawmakers rush up and down. 

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Shenandoah senior Tyler Babe signed Thursday with SWCC Baseball

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Highlights from Tuesday’s Shenandoah/Clarinda tennis dual

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Veterans weigh in on Hegseth and Trump invoking biblical language and Easter messaging around Iran war

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How Artemis II is setting up the next stage of space exploration

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Spring Sports Scoreboard: Tuesday, April 7

Spring Sports Scoreboard: Tuesday, April 7

Check out Tuesday's Shenandoah vs. Clarinda sports scoreboard

A few points from Tuesday's Shenandoah/Clarinda boys tennis dual

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Lindsey Vonn considering return to skiing: 'I never got a final run'

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Despite a crash at the Milano Cortina Olympics that fractured her tibia and nearly forced doctors to amputate her leg, Lindsey Vonn is still contemplating a return to competitive skiing.

Michigan Wolverines Win National Championship 69-63 vs. UConn

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Michigan Wolverines clinched the title over UConn 69-63, with Elliot Cadeau scoring 19 points and snagging MOP honors. Donnie and Joe recap the action.

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Episode 240: In a fast-moving world filled with distractions, it can be easy to lose sight of what truly matters. In this episode, hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore the idea of reverence — a quality that once shaped how people understood life, but now often feels distant or overlooked.

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Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 Compared with other nations, public opinion here skews more negative. The hosts explore distance, perception and how limited interaction feeds misunderstanding and weakens civic life.

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The Zendaya-thon is upon us: From 'The Drama' to 'Euphoria,' it's time to lean in

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Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

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