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Burlington’s Mariah Cary Headed to Miss America Pageant

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Miss Iowa, Mariah Cary, waves in West Burlington’s Fourth of July Parade.

Burlington, Iowa, native Mariah Cary is Miss Iowa 2012. She’ll be competing on January 12 at the Theatre for the Performing Arts in Paradise, Nevada, for the title of Miss America 2013 at the famed and acclaimed Miss America Pageant. What makes Cary unique is her platform.

Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome — a misunderstood, misdiagnosed, inherited neurological disorder — at a young age, Cary has stuck to her roots and made Tourette Syndrome her platform. As part of that, Cary has started blogging for Teens4TS — a blog for teenagers with TS and associated disorders such as OCD, ADHD, anxiety, depression and Asperger’s Syndrome that is maintained by the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders.

What follows is Cary’s initial entry on Teens4TS, which can be read by visiting http://www.njcts.org/teens4ts:

“Hey all! I’m Miss Iowa 2012 and I have Tourette Syndrome, too! I was honored to be contacted to blog with all of you and share my struggles and advice, so hope it helps.

“When I was 8 years old, I was diagnosed with TS, and this was not something I have spoken about my entire life. Because I was so ashamed of myself and struggled with self-esteem issues and bullying for so long, this was not a subject I was comfortable with.

“However, as I got older, I was so inspired by the Miss America organization that I took a huge leap and refused to hide myself anymore. TS is now something I have shared with thousands of people. TS hasbeen a part of my life for more than 12 years, and it’s an struggle I can relate to 100 percent.

“The best part about it is that it not only allows me reach out to children with TS, but also children who are facing an adversity in any way — and at some point in our lives, we all face challenges.

“Growing up with TS certainly can make you stand out a little more than others. I know how it feels to have teachers tell me ‘stop doing that!’ or have your peers laugh and make fun of you because you cant stop ‘ticcing.’

“The best piece of advice I have ever been given was to accept myself. I learned very quickly that once I embrace myself and everything I embody, then others will begin to do the same.

“This is just a small part of everything I have to say, so I will continue to contribute blog posts, and thank you all for providing so much insight into TS! Feel free to ask any questions you may have! Together, we can!”

More information about Cary is available by visiting http://www.missamerica.org, and more information about NJCTS is available by visiting http://www.njcts.org.

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Obituaries

Jesus Arturo Chiprez, 86, of Burlington, died at 4:24 pm Wednesday, October 17, 2012, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Kathryn May Kepner, 94, of Burlington, died at 6:00 pm Wednesday, October 17, 2012, at Burlington Care Center.

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West Burlington – Notre Dame – Danville JH Wrestling

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Front Row L-R: Ryan McElderry, Steven Viramontes, Luke Shipley, Josiah Ruiz, Rel Greer, Wayne Briggs
Back Row L-R: Cody Juarez, Isaiah Trousil, Braxtyn Freeman, Chase Graham, Mason Hartman, Tate Snodgrass, Rodrigo Ramos
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West Burlington Volleyball Photos Now Posted in Our Gallery.

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Report: Global Warming Stopped 16-years Ago

Figures reveal that from the beginning of 1997 until  August 2012 there was no discernible rise in global  temperatures.

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State of Obama economy: More now die from suicide than car wrecks

Research notes a 25 per cent decrease in car accident deaths, while suicide rose 15 per cent.

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West Burlington Varsity Volleyball 2012

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Front row (l-r): Kaylea Atwater, Lindsey Johnson, Joslyn Hicks, Stephanie Wills, Emily Wilkerson.
Middle row (l-r): Brandall Diaz, Raegan Olson, Riley Hale, Shaelyn Thomann, Dayton Elliott.
Back row (l-r): Head Coach Corina Schropp, Asst. Coach Olivia Stainbrook, Tori Moore, Mickenzie Larpenter, Makenzie Whitmore, Sam Juarez, Machaela Diaz.
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West Burlington / Notre Dame Football 2012

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Front row (l-r): Kinciad Mitchell, Jacob Smith, Cameron Guihan, Tyson Abbott, Nathan Crooks, Clay Schwartz, Parker Pfeiff,Tim Williams, Jaden Poole,Shamonta McNeal, Da’Shon Johnson.
Row 2 (l-r): Marcus Johnson, Jarod Fogle, Grant Riley, Isaiah Prickett, Fischer Orth, Luke Skalinski, Roberty Roundy, Kaleb Nevers, Brandon Paduano, Keelan Murphy.
Row 3 (l-r): Akitoshi Kiyonaga, Anthony Bellegante, Seiichiro Arakaki, Kyle Roundtree, Xavior Williams, Grant Corzatt, Kei Senaha, Ethan Moeller,Derek Brissey, Chase Williams.
Row 4 (l-r): Travis Hostetter,Taylor Pugliese, Brant Wrede, Clay Siefken, Jacob Hostetter,Andrew Giertz, Ben Myers, Tyler Maddox, Aaron Garrison.
Row 5 (l-r): Hayden Wilson, Springer Derosear, Devin Ketelsen, Seth Garrison, Tyler McElderry, Daryl Van Rycke, Wesley Bloomberg, Ian Prickett, Jack Engel, Daymen Wagner.
Back row (l-r): Trainer Erin Bush, Manager Jalyn Brissey, Asst. Coach Chris Eastin, Asst. Coach Shawn Blin, Asst. Coach Steve Arnold, Head Coach Jeff Housel, Asst. Coach Marc Moad, Asst. Mike Gurius, Asst. Coach Patrick Mura, Manager Mallorie Walker, Student Trainer Sydney Logan. Not pictured: Asst. Coach Corey Lamm.
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Scrimmage Hones Falcon Football Team

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West Burlington / Notre Dame Freshman wide receiver Fischer Orth hauls in a touchdown pass during the Green – White Scrimmage game in West Burlington Friday night. The annual event gives the West Burlington / Notre Dame High School football team a chance to hone their skills before the first game of the season against Fort Madison next Friday night in Fort Madison.