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Hometown Hotspots Blog
May 26, 2010
Waterloo 4th Street Cruise
Today’s hometown hot spot is in Waterloo for the 29th annual 4th street cruise. Waterloo is going to be packed with cars just like the ones you see here. We are talking with Jim Koch, this is...
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May 24, 2010
20th Annual Round to Remember; Alzheimer's Association
For today's hometown hotspot I'm here in Cedar Rapids for the 20th annual round to remember to support the Alzheimer's Association- Debbie Jones is on the national board, why is this tournamen...
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May 21, 2010
Van Meter Hosts Night at the Races
Today’s hometown hot spot is at Hawkeye Downs for the Van Meter Industrial race. We’ll let you know how you and your family can enjoy a night out at the races. We’re talking with Todd Edelman f...
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May 20, 2010
University of Iowa Students Dig Up Iowa History
Today’s hometown hotspot is in Iowa City at the Plum Grove Historic Home. University of Iowa Students with the Archaeology Field School dig up Iowa History. The students excavate in the yard of th...
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May 14, 2010
Seminole Valley Farms Steam and Gas Engine Show
The 3rd weekend in May we host the Antique Engine Show. It is lined with Antique Gas Engines, Tractors, and Steam Engines. We even have a full size Saw Mill running powered by a Steam Engine. This is ...
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American Heart Assn. 12 Week Plan Blog
Aug 26, 2010
Week 8: De-stress and Be Blood Pressure Smart
It's time to de-stress, take a breath, and chill out - it's almost Friday! Many of us wait for the weekend to unwind. But we need to be mindful that we have to keep our stress level in check every day...
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Aug 23, 2010
Week 7: Learn the Truth About Cholesterol
You want to learn the truth about cholesterol *before you get yourself in a sticky situation.
I found this week pretty interesting. I took a Cholesterol IQ test and actually got 5 out of 5 q...
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Aug 18, 2010
Week 6: Break Through Barriers
Happy Thursday! Sorry I didn't update my blog last week, I was on vacation.
Week 6 is all about exercise and the way we should approach our workouts: Less Vigorous, More Time…More Vigorous...
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Aug 5, 2010
Week 5: Weight Control For Your Heart
We are almost half way through the Go Red BetterU program. This morning I talked to Jayson Wagner, Cardiac Rehab Specialist at Saint Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids.
He came on CBS 2 This Mo...
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Jul 29, 2010
Week 4: Build a Support Team To Stay Motivated
A support system is key to accomplishing big goals in life. When it comes to breaking an addiction or going outside of your comfort zone, family and friends is what keeps us strong and motivated to ke...
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Jul 23, 2010
Personal Story #2
Maria Lueken, a young Cedar Rapids mother, came on CBS 2 This Morning to share her battle with heart disease. She hopes her experience will encourage all of us to pay attention to the healthiness of o...
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Jul 22, 2010
Week 3: Stick to Your Plan
Welcome to week 3, way to go! This week is all about tracking our activity to stay on course.
I've learned through the Go Red BetterU program that women or men who keep on track of their eat...
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Jul 15, 2010
Week 2: Reduce Your Risk Factors
It's now week 2 of the "Go Red BetterU" program and hopefully you're all going strong. I'm feeling pretty good about meeting my goals, but I did miss two days of workouts this week. Week 1, I promised...
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Jul 12, 2010
Personal Story
Last week I asked for your stories so we can educate each other and learn from our experiences. I want to share one story that touched me in particular.
"I wanted to introduce myself and shar...
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Jul 8, 2010
Week 1: Getting Started On A BetterU
Hi friends, this is Kristine Ward here!
I am so excited to start my 12 week heart make-over and hope you can take action and join me in this effort to live a better life!
My family...
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Partners
The Out of the Darkness Community Walks are 3-5 mile walks taking place in over 200 communities across the country this fall, with the proceeds benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). By walking in the Out of the Darkness Community Walks, you will be walking with thousands of other walkers nationwide to raise money for AFSP's vital research.
Move It! Dig It! Do It! is a fantastically fun family experience that will engage young and old alike! Put on your construction hat as you sit up high in a skid-loader! Enjoy a buggy ride being pulled by Clydesdale horses! To find out more about what you can do this year click on the icon.
You can walk with a purpose to end Alzheimer's by joining us for memory walk on September 18th. To learn more about Memory walk or to make a donation click on the Alzheimer's Association Icon.
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the formal garden, the 2010 Brucemore Garden and Art Show will honor the work of landscape architect O. C. Simonds with special activities for all ages. To find out more about the event click on the icon.
Whether you enjoy a crisp, fall Saturday at historic Kinnick Stadium or exploring the Iowa City corridor there is one passion shared by many – the University of Iowa Hawkeyes! FRYday, SEPTEMBER 3rd, will again serve as every Hawkeye enthusiast’s dream. Find out how you can join the festivities by clicking on the icon.
Check out the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art for fun family events. Get your child involved with the doodlebugs program or find out about the different exhibits moving into the museum. For more information click on the icon.
Go Red BetterU is a Free 12-week online nutrition and fitness program that will makeover your heart. Each week it will focus on a different area of your health and provide step-by-step guidance. Click on the logo to get started.
Your Iowa vacation starts here. Get connected with what's going on across Eastern Iowa and find out what our state has to offer. Click on the logo for more information.
The Old Creamery Theatre has something for everyone. Be part of our community and support the arts.
Click on the logo for more information about upcoming shows.
The Cedar Rapids Municipal Band started back in the 1890s and continues to thrive today. To find out more about the band members and where they'll be playing next click on the logo.
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