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WB Homecoming Parade 2019

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WB Homecoming King & Queen 2019

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Samantha Dzawa (left) and Tyrek Johnson (right) were announced as West Burlington High School Homecoming Queen and King for 2019 at the pep rally Thursday night.
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Common antibiotics may lead to heart problems

Click here: Scientists have shown for the first time a link between two types of heart problems and one of the most commonly prescribed classes of antibiotics.

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Ft. Madison downs WBND, 26-14

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Falcons stand for National Anthem before their game with Ft. Madison Friday in West Burlington.
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Falcons charge through banner to open their first home game of the season against Ft. Madison Friday in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Quarterback Anthony Hoffman (13) runs for a touchdown against Ft. Madison Friday night in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Quarterback Anthony Hoffman (13) celebrates with Center Drew Chiprez (56) after scoring against Ft. Madison Friday night in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Jonah Fritz (27) leaps for a 2-point conversion against Ft. Madison Friday night in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Hunter Reich (5) carries the ball against Ft. Madison Friday night in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Fans cheer for the Falcons Friday night in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Quarterback Hayden Vandenberg (12) carries the ball against Ft. Madison Friday night in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Wide Receiver Caden Murphy (12) is tackled by Ft. Madison’s Calem Maclearn (24) Friday night in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Wide Receiver Matt Johnson (42) catches a pass for a touchdown against Ft. Madison Friday night in West Burlington. WBND fell to Ft. Madison, 26-14.
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West Burlington Marching Band.
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West Burlington Marching Band.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Cheerleaders.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Falcons.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Falcons.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Falcons.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Anthony Hoffman (13).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Punter Dreyton LaVeine (28).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Fans.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame celebrates after touchdown.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Jonah Fritz (27).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Jonah Fritz (27) and Kendell Baker (35) celebrate after scoring.
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West Burlington Marching Band member.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Fans.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Fans.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Jonah Fritz (27).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Jonah Fritz (27).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Jonah Fritz (27).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Quarterback Anthony Hoffman (13).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Kendell Baker (35).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Kendell Baker (35).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Wide Receiver Matt Johnson (42).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Cheerleaders.
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Moody’s downgrades Ford to ‘junk’ status

Click here: Moody’s downgrades Ford’s credit rating to ‘junk’ status on weak outlook.

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West Burlington Homecoming Royalty 2019

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Front (l-r): Addyson Kellen (parents Brian & Norma Kellen), Samantha Dzawo (parents Gerald & Nyarai Dzawo), Tessa Snodgrass (parents Bruce & Jodi Snodgrass), Olivia Baker (parents Brent & Tamara Baker). Back: Zack Krantz (parents Art Krantz & Tammy Hoffman), Tyrek Johnson (parents Jennifer Johnson & Quanan Gates), Dylan McElderry (parents Chris & Stephanie McElderry), Jonah Fritz (parent Eric Fritz).
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Scientists Unveil Breathalyzer for Marijuana

Click here: Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh announced the latest tool to detect THC, the main psychoactive component in marijuana — in breath and can actually detect a driver’s impairment.

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Democrats at Climate Forum: Ban Everything!

Click here: Democrats appearing at CNN’s marathon 7-hour global warming forum have a plan to solve a changing climate: Ban everything! Among them: Bans on plastic straws, red meat, incandescent light-bulbs, gas-powered cars, nuclear energy, off-shore drilling, fracking, natural gas exports, coal plants, and even “carbon” itself.

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Why is Africa Poor? The Answers will Surprise You. (Our local governments could learn from Africa’s experience)

More than half of the world’s poorest people live in sub-Saharan Africa. Why is that region so poor? There are lots of theories. Some blame a colonial history. Others blame the weather, or discrimination. Magatte Wade, an African entrepreneur, tells John Stossel in this short video that she knows the biggest reason from her own first-hand experience: It’s crushing government regulation.

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Mepo Overpowers Falcons, 46-7

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Mediapolis Wide Receiver Owen Timmerman (5) catches a pass in front of West Burlington – Notre Dame Cornerback Carson Chiprez (8) Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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Mediapolis Quarterback Briar Johnson (12) scores on keeper while in the grasp of WBND Nose Tackle Tyler Burch (73) Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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Falcon Cornerback Dreyton LaVeine (28) is tackled by Mepo’s Daryun Kreft (36) after intercepting a Mediapolis pass Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Cornerback Hunter Reich (5) almost intercepts a Mediapolis pass Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Dawson Gach (14) is hit by Mediapolis’ Drew Zurmuehlen (18) Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Kendell Baker (35) carries the ball against Mediapolis Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Quarterback Anthony Hoffman (13) scores on a 6-yard run against Mediapolis Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Kendell Baker (35) carries the ball against Medipolis Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Offense.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Quarterback Anthony Hoffman (13) carries the ball against Mediapolis Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Jonah Fritz (27) is tackled by Mediapolis’ Kye Borrison (51) Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Dawson Gach (14).
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Mediapolis Running Back Joshua Darbyshire (4) is tackled by West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Ethan Eilers (75) and Carson Chiprez (8) Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Dreyton LaVeine (28) follows the path of his Offensive Guard Travis Wills (59) blocking Mediapolis Tight End Wyatt Wilkerson (8) Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Offensive Guard Travis Wills (59) blocks Mediapolis Tight End Wyatt Wilkerson (8) Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Quarterback Anthony Hoffman (13) directs blockers while running the ball against Mediapolis Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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WBND Quarterback Anthony Hoffman (13) & Mediapolis Linebacker Blake Osborne (42).
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Falcon Cornerback Dreyton LaVeine (28) celebrates after picking off a Mediapolis pass Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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Mediapolis Quarterback Briar Johnson (12) reaches for the goal line to put the bulldogs opening points on the scoreboard against West Burlington – Notre Dame Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Offense.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Quarterback Anthony Hoffman (13).
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Running Back Jonah Fritz (27) carries the ball up the middle against Mediapolis Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Offense.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Kicker Aidan Krell (84) kicks off to start the second half against Mediapolis Friday night in Mediapolis. Mediapolis defeated WBND, 46-7.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Football Team at halftime.
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Mediapolis’ Klay Foster (24).