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    I'm selling a 2004 VW Jetta TDI with 153K miles on it. This is a diesel, built before the...

    I'm selling a 2004 VW Jetta TDI with 153K miles on it. This is a diesel, built before the emission law change that prompted the scandal. It' a stick, gets over 40 mpg combined, and has been my primary ride for 12 yrs. It has some surface rust, but is generally in good condition. Kelly BB...
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    Arches NP vs. Zion NP

    My wife and I visited all five Utah national parks (plus Grand Staircase, Calf Creek and Goblin Valley) last month. I agree with Diehard - picking a favorite is impossible. You're in Cedar Rapids. Are you driving? If so, at least two of your four days are eaten by getting there and back...
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    Fitness watch recommendations?

    I'll echo JBone's recommendation of Pebble. Mine is first generation (the Kickstarter edition), but the software is updated for all versions equally. The watch operates via blue tooth with your phone, both Anroid and Apple. I use Misfit (tracks steps), Runkeeper (walking & biking) and...
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    Hedrick Construction, Central Iowa Builders

    My experience with Shawn Hedrick could not have been more different. I had him replace my roof and gutters in 2011. He was very professional and his quote was the most comprehensive I received. The work was done on time and the price did not exceed the quote. Later in the year, I was...
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    Your Favorite Johnny Story

    My wife and I both had the opportunity to meet and work with Johnny while undergrads. Years later, at a Greater Des Moines Cyclone Club "Meet the Coaches Night" when Johnny was still coaching, he recognized us, and sat down with us at the bar before the program began. My wife said, "Johnny...