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Iowa Politics & Health Care: A major Iowa gubernatorial fight is back in the spotlight as Medicaid privatization becomes the central clash, with Zach Lahn defending managed-care delivery and Rob Sand arguing it’s driven complaints and worse outcomes. Community & Culture: Ottumwa opened a new All Abilities Play Space, built for kids of every mobility and communication need, with sensory features and inclusive play details. Local Business & Festivals: Waterloo’s Iowa Irish Fest brought sunshine and a real boost to downtown shops and restaurants, giving newer businesses a first big crowd. Religion & Community Life: Catholic dioceses across the U.S. are consolidating parishes and cutting Mass schedules as attendance drops and clergy shortages grow, with Iowa included among the affected regions. Food Security: A new report highlights how SNAP cuts hit Black Americans hardest, warning that hunger pressures are already severe and may worsen. Sports & Iowa Pride: Colin Lillie of St. Albert placed second in the 10,000 meters at the FISU America Games.

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Religious-related gatherings in West Central Iowa happening Aug. 2-8

Religious-related gatherings in West Central Iowa happening Aug. 2-8

Religious gatherings in East Iowa scheduled for Aug. 2-8

Religious gatherings in East Iowa scheduled for Aug. 2-8

Religious gathering in Southeast Iowa scheduled for Aug. 2-8

Religious gathering in Southeast Iowa scheduled for Aug. 2-8

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