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LIVING IN IOWA: Recall of 550 million tainted Iowa eggs makes me recall an egg of my own
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | September 3rd, 2010
Two Iowa farms are recalling some 550 million eggs because of evidence of salmonella contamination. |
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LIVING IN IOWA: Quite a stretch: Fairfield health expo sets out to break the group yoga record
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | August 25th, 2010
We all make history every day in our own little ways. We're born, we die, we throw up in high school biology class. But these small achievements fade. For those who aspire to a more prominent place in history, there is the Guinness Book of World Records. |
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LIVING IN IOWA: A new Cedar Rapids ordinance expects landlords to be judge, jury and evictor
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | August 20th, 2010
"With great power comes great responsibility." These wise words are spoken by Uncle Ben in the movie "Spiderman I" to the young Peter Parker, who has recently discovered his superpowers. |
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LIVING IN IOWA: After the dust settled on the Great Turtle race, we wonder: What made Mr. Speedy stop?
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | August 12th, 2010
The odds makers and commentators will be muddling over this one for years. And spectators and turtle wranglers who were there at the historic event may never know the answer. Did Mr. Speedy throw the race on purpose? |
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LIVING IN IOWA: Extra! Extra! Read all about it. Iowa is under water, but RAGBRAI has the story
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | August 5th, 2010
You want to see a 450-acre lake disappear? It sounds like one of those outrageous Las Vegas magic acts. But it turns out the technique for achieving this amazing feat doesn't require magic. Just 10 inches of rain. |
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LIVING IN IOWA: City's new Nuclear Weapons-Free Zone signs may look silly, but they aren't a joke
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | June 25th, 2010
I was warned of the dangers of the big city when I moved from Lisbon. There's crime, they said. Things are going to be different in Iowa City. You'll have to show your I.D. at the bank when you cash a check, and they won't let you park your truck on the lawn the way you used to. But, it turns out, there is one advantage to living in Iowa City. No nuclear weapons allowed. |
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LIVING IN IOWA: Raising taxes again? Nobody better lay a hand on my Butterfinger!
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | June 17th, 2010
Last week, police arrested Cory G. Johnson of Rock Island for breaking into an Iowa City apartment. |
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LIVING IN IOWA: Loukanikos, the courageous riot dog, is an inspiration to Greek protesters
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | May 28th, 2010
It's humbling to think about the things our dogs are willing to do for us. They learn our language, (including all the baby talk words), memorize our habits and routines, guard our homes and families and give us unconditional loyalty and love. |
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LIVING IN IOWA: City's answer to panhandlers: Nine purple parking meters and stay away from us
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | May 13th, 2010
In the old days before political correctness, some used to say that children should be seen and not heard. |
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LIVING IN IOWA: The Yanks are coming! But give us a minute, because we're too fat to fight
by Dan Brawner · Opinions | May 6th, 2010
What is America's greatest threat to national security? Osama bin Laden? No, closer. Domestic terrorists? No, even closer. A lot closer. Like under your belt. |
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