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He’s 50 and could never vote in Nebraska. Until today.
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One of the 17 Americans from hantavirus-hit cruise ship has tested positive
The cruise ship at the center of the hantavirus outbreak has arrived at the Spanish island of Tenerife, where its 147 passengers are expected to disembark.
Read More82-year-old EMT holds coverage together for community
At 82, Linda Seipold is still answering the pager at an Iowa rescue center, where she has served as an EMT since 1981.
Read MoreMother’s Day boosts flower shop sales despite higher costs
Flower shops across the metro are busy fulfilling Mother's Day orders while managing rising fuel and delivery costs
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One of the 17 Americans from hantavirus-hit cruise ship has tested positive
The cruise ship at the center of the hantavirus outbreak has arrived at the Spanish island of Tenerife, where its 147 passengers are expected to disembark.
Read More82-year-old EMT holds coverage together for community
At 82, Linda Seipold is still answering the pager at an Iowa rescue center, where she has served as an EMT since 1981.
Read MoreMother’s Day boosts flower shop sales despite higher costs
Flower shops across the metro are busy fulfilling Mother's Day orders while managing rising fuel and delivery costs
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