CCAN, racial justice groups pivot to help coordinate humanitarian efforts to the neediest
Groups that formed to promote racial justice are pivoting to humanitarian relief following the Aug. 10 derecho in eastern Iowa.
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For non-Black people: how to stop perpetuating whiteness and its damage
Well-meaning, humbled, “ready to serve” white people. They are so newly visible since...
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Next stop, Washington: Kesho Scott brings anti-racism memorials to small Iowa towns
WASHINGTON — Dr. Kesho Scott started bringing George Floyd memorials to her central Iowa...
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Embrace the transformative spirit of Lughnasadh and Lammas, the “ugly duckling” of pagan holidays
Traditionally celebrated on Aug. 1 or 2, Lammas is meant to honor what harvest season is all about: reaping what you’ve sowed, and putting it to use for what’s ahead. Some people like to call this holiday Lughnasadh.
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Iowa, Illinois show poorly for women, people of color
Living in Iowa or Illinois can be an economic challenge if you’re a person of color or a woman,...
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Proteus provides face masks, COVID-19 support to farmworkers in three states
Proteus Inc. is collecting face masks, providing free testing, educating workers on prevention,...
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Beadology “beadazzles” with masks, fun craft stations, no-touch sanitizer station, more
“Beadology”-themed face masks that help support women’s and LGBTQ health,...
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Shakespeare’s focuses on coming through with comfort food during coronavirus
Building on its historic strength of providing comfort food at an affordable price has been...
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Everybody’s Whole Foods in Fairfield supports LGBTQ Pride, Black Lives Matter message
FAIRFIELD — A few years ago, Paul Praither saw a headline that wrenched his heart: a...
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Cedar Rapids models success of the ‘peaceful protest’
The protests in 1,700-plus American communities since George Floyd’s May 25 murder have...
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