Food and Drink

It’s Memorial Day weekend — time for sunshine, swimming, grilling and camping. It’s important at mealtime that you consume a variety of foods from all the food groups. Using the MyPlate method makes sure that one-fourth of your plate is a lean protein, one-fourth is a grain and at least half your plate is made up of vegetables and fruit.


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Should state and local government spend tax money in an effort to draw a Sprint Cup race to the Iowa Speedway?

No, it is a private business and should operate on its own revenues
Yes, an investment in Iowa Speedway is an investment in our community's future
Only state money should be used, because the whole state benefits from Iowa Speedway
Only local money should be used, since Newton and Jasper County have the most to gain
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