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EMBARC relocates monthly food pantry for Burmese people in Iowa
EMBARC has been providing resources for Burmese people since 2012, and now relocated their monthly food pantry to a new location: the old Lincoln Junior High.
Food
'Food from home': Local food pantry combats food insecurity in Des Moines' Burmese population
EMBARC has been providing resources for Burmese people since 2012, and now relocated their monthly food pantry to a new location: the old Lincoln Junior High.
HeartThreads
HeartThreads | Heroes jumping into action
Many lives have been saved by those who are willing to step in quickly and help. These are some heartwarming stories highlighting those heroes of all ages.
Health
Advocates for better care in Iowa nursing homes react to new staffing mandate
A recent study conducted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services found that as staffing decreases in nursing homes, the level of quality decreases.
Animals
Mountain lion cubs rescued before being washed away in reservoir spillway
Colorado wildlife officials were called to Vallecito Reservoir by a staffer who was about to release water down the spillway where the two young cubs were stuck.
Heartwarming
Coach, school officials praise Oskaloosa student for quick thinking during meet
Sophomore Cora Snakenberg used skills learned as a lifeguard to assess the situation, try to stop the bleeding and keep everyone calm as help arrived.
Education
Iowa school districts think through next steps on legislation allowing staff to be armed
Des Moines Public Schools "does not have an interest in allowing teachers and staff to be armed in our school buildings," the district told Local 5.
Nation World
An adored ostrich at a Kansas zoo has died after swallowing a staff member's keys
The beloved 5-year-old ostrich named Karen reached beyond her exhibit's fence and grabbed and swallowed an employee's keys.
Home Garden
Ready, Set, Grow | Eco-friendly garden tips for Earth Day
Earth Day is all about raising awareness about protecting our environment. Tips for how to make your yard and garden more sustainable and eco-friendly.
Nation World
What is Passover? How long does it last? What to know about the Jewish holiday
For many Jews, Passover is a time to reunite with family and recount the exodus from Egypt at a meal called the Seder.
Nation World
4/20 grew from humble roots to marijuana's high holiday
Here's why cannabis culture is celebrated on 4/20.
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