Broadening Horizons Friday, April 10, 2009 By Sandy Huang [ArticleImageHyperLink] I believe in seizing opportunities to broaden my horizons. Gaining new experiences and knowledge enriches and adds flavor to my life. Meeting new people, discovering interesting clubs and attending un full story

To Improve Man Rationally, Morally, and Socially Friday, April 10, 2009 By Kevin Arritt [ArticleImageHyperLink] “The press is the best instrument for enlightening the mind of man, and improving him as a rational, moral and social being.” One of the founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson, explains brilliantly why th full story

Minor Grievances Friday, April 10, 2009 By Ben King [ArticleImageHyperLink] America was founded on visions of freedom for all and hopes of improving the institution of government with the idea that everyone would be allowed to pursue their own personal form of happiness. Howe full story

Relay for Life in the battle against cancer Friday, April 10, 2009 By Katherine Klingseis One of three people, sometime in their lives, will be struck by an ultimate enemy. It lurks in every country, state, and town as a foe that is still undefeated. Every person on this planet will inevit full story

Alex Boeke: A lot more than mediocre...unlike Prom Friday, April 10, 2009 By Sandy Huang [ArticleImageHyperLink] Senior Alex Boeke is not your average Prom Court member. He is a self-described “cynical misanthrope with a romantic side.” (That refers to romanticism, “not necessarily girls.”) Boeke is not commonly full story

Stricter Gun Control Measures to Stop the Bloodshed in Mexico Friday, April 10, 2009 By Kavin Kanthasamy [ArticleImageHyperLink] As the bloodshed in Mexico continues, legislation must be passed to enforce gun restrictions before the conflict takes its place in American soil. full story

Fake tanning: not worth the risk Friday, April 10, 2009 By Kuper Bergman [ArticleImageHyperLink] In the 21st century looking good has become very important. Some are going so far as to fake a tan. For Iowans, it is a challenge to get a real tan. Some use lotions and sprays , but others turn to t full story

Actors act like “foos” in Vin Diesel epic 4 Fast 4 Furious Friday, April 10, 2009 By Jess Nelson What do chimpanzees that can act have in common with humans? If the human is named Vin Diesel, everything. Unlike the ever-so-rare chimpanzee with acting talent, Vin Diesel has an affinity to star in full story

iTunes price increase takes world by surprise Friday, April 10, 2009 By Emily Boydston [ArticleImageHyperLink] Last Tuesday, April 7, millions of music seekers were shocked upon opening iTunes. Instead of scoping new music released that day, iTunes users were greeted by increased prices on certain songs. The full story

Beloved vintage clothing store closing down Friday, April 10, 2009 By William Kresse [ArticleImageHyperLink]     When it comes to secondhand clothing, Ames has a lot to offer. Goodwill and the Salvation Army are both kept well-stocked by the generosity of our wonderful citizens, and both sto full story

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