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Departing Ankeny Athletics Director to Lead Des Moines High School

Kevin Biggs, who submitted his resignation to the Ankeny school board in April, will start his new role on July 1.
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Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker will headline a Polk County GOP fundraiser Thursday. Activist groups from Iowa and Wisconsin are planning a counter demonstration.

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Authorities Explore Connection Between Abducted Iowa Girl Kathlynn Shepard and Evansdale Case

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Parents naturally are concerned for their children’s safety, particularly when there is news of a child abduction. Finding the balance between emotions and the “teachable moment” is …
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