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They’re Trump-strong in rural Iowa — and not changing their minds

Click here: They’re Trump-strong in rural Iowa — and not changing their minds
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President Donald Trump speaks to a packed U.S. Cellular Center crowd in Cedar Rapids, earlier this year.
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These Are The 10 Worst Cities In Iowa For 2017

Website ranks the 10-Worst cities in Iowa. Southeast Iowa has several cities on the ‘worst’ list. Burlington ranks 10th, Ottumwa 6th, Fort Madison 3rd, and Keokuk is number one.
Click here: These Are The 10 Worst Cities In Iowa For 2017
  1. Keokuk
  2. Centerville
  3. Fort Madison
  4. Red Oak
  5. Waterloo
  6. Ottumwa
  7. Maquoketa
  8. Clinton
  9. Fort Dodge
  10. Burlington
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Study: Laughter Not Contagious for Those Who May Be Psychopaths

Click here: Laughter may be contagious for most of us, but a new study finds those who don’t feel compelled to giggle when their peers do are more likely to later become psychopaths.
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VIDEO: What Is the Alt-Right?

What is the alt-right? What is its worldview? How big is it? Michael Knowles, bestselling author and host of The Michael Knowles Show, took a deep dive into alt-right culture. Here’s what he learned.

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Falcons Fall to Mepo in Regional, 3-2

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Mediapolis Teammates celebrate after winning a point from West Burlington in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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Mediapolis’ Maya Johnson (11) the ball in play against West Burlington during Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Alyssa Dameron (10) keeps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Sydney Marlow (20) tries to block the ball against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Libero Mckenzie Fry bumps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Kinnady Atwater (3) puts the ball over the net against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Alyssa Dameron (10) keeps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Sydney Marlow (20) spikes the ball over the net against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Libero Mckenzie Fry bumps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Alyssa Dameron (10) puts the ball over the net against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Sydney Marlow (20) puts the ball over the net against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Riley Cline (2) keeps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington Chloe Baker (16) puts the ball over the net against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Kadence Johnson (7) bumps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Sydney Marlow (20) spikes the ball over the net against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Libero Mckenzie Fry bumps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Riley Cline (2) keeps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Sydney Marlow (20) spikes the ball over the net against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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West Burlington’s Libero Mckenzie Fry bumps the ball in play against Mediapolis in Regional play Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated WB, 15-25, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20, 15-11.
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VIDEO: How to Raise Kids Who Are Smart About Money

Parents are responsible for teaching kids how to manage money. But too few do. Personal finance expert and bestselling author Rachel Cruze reveals the three things every child (and adult) needs to know about money.

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Burlington Makes National AND International News – But Not in a Good Way

Click here: Trial in killing of Iowa teenager to focus on gender motive
Click here: Iowa man ‘kills his mother by hitting her over the head with an electric GUITAR’ while having an ‘episode’
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Falcons fall to Osky, 56-13

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Falcons charge on to the field before their game against Oskaloosa Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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Oskaloosa Quarterback Keaton DeKock (12) loses the ball after being tackled by WBNDD’s Landen Greer (74) Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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WBNDD’s Daniel Crooks (13) returns a kickoff against Oskaloosa Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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Falcon Quarterback Tanner Snodgrass (20) hands the ball to Running Back Austin Mixer (23) Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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Falcon Punter Slater Gifford (10) punts the ball back to Oskaloosa Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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Falcon Running Back Brian Brem (44) straight arms an Oskaloosa defender Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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WBNDD Head Coach Jay Eilers sends a play in with Daniel Crooks (13) Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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WBNDD’s Tanner Snodgrass (20) carries the ball against Oskaloosa Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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Falcon Running Back Brian Brem (44) carries the ball against Oskaloosa Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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West Burlington Marching Band entertains at halftime Friday night in West Burlington.
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West Burlington Marching Band entertains at halftime Friday night in West Burlington.
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West Burlington Marching Band entertains at halftime Friday night in West Burlington.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame – Danville Cheerleaders fire the fans up Friday night in West Burlington.
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Falcon Quarterback Drake Day (3) hands the ball to Running Back Brian Brem (44) Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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WBNDD Running Back Austin Mixer (23) carries the ball against Oskaloosa Friday night in West Burlington. Falcons fell to Oskaloosa, 56-13.
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VIDEO: Why Are Restaurants’ Profit Margins So Low?

Restaurants are a big part of many Americans’ lives. They are also a massive part of the U.S. economy. Watch this short video to learn five things you didn’t know about the restaurant industry.

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FBI confirms former FBI Director Comey drafted letter on Hillary Clinton email investigation before completing interviews

Click here: The documents proving former FBI Director James Comey  began drafting a letter regarding Hillary Clinton’s email investigation months before conducting several key interviews were first brought to light by Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, after they reviewed transcripts of interviews with top Comey aides who alluded to the email’s existence.