You wouldn’t leave a wolf to guard your flock of sheep. However, moving the responsibility of monitoring Iowa’s water quality from the Department of Natural Resources to the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship would be doing just that. Senate File 500 would transfer the control of watershed improvements and federal Clean Water Act programsContinue reading “Serious water quality discussion needed in Des Moines”
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Paris wears an arm-cape
Oh Paris Hilton, my love-hate relationship with you continues. I hate your acting, but I usually love your clothes. However, your recent fashion disaster is making me question it all. Normally, you’re the one woman that can always rock the bling. Your clothes can outshine any diamond or disco-ball and you still look more likeContinue reading “Paris wears an arm-cape”
Spice up your spring wardrobe – Ditch the florals
April has arrived, meaning that it’s time for us Midwestern girls to break out those spring clothes. The cold weather will soon be gone and I’m hoping that most of these floral prints will leave with it. The flowers will soon be blooming all over the ground, so they don’t need to take over your closet. Here’sContinue reading “Spice up your spring wardrobe – Ditch the florals”
ACM Fashion – What worked
Author’s note: This post also appeared on April 4, 2011 on HerCampus.com’s University of Iowa Chapter. You can check that out here. Laura Bell Bundy – Some critics are wondering whether or not Ms. Bundy will be able to make it in the country music industry, this is one fashionista I would hate to beContinue reading “ACM Fashion – What worked”
Starry-eyed over this look
According to Elle Magazine, the new look of the season is stars – accessories, shirts, dresses and more. And I have to say, I’m LOVING it. It is the perfect shape to spice up any print or look. If they aren’t overdone with too much sparkle, stars can look very mature and elegant. The tankContinue reading “Starry-eyed over this look”
One spring trend isn’t all that
This spring’s trend that I love to hate is horizontal stripes. And boy do I hate em’. Now those who know me and have seen my closet are fully aware that I have always adored anything nautical. That style is always in for me; in fact, half of my closet is navy. However, this spring’sContinue reading “One spring trend isn’t all that”
Mr. President, let the tax cuts go
The president’s decision to extend the Bush-era tax cuts for the wealthy last fall was the biggest fiscal blow that the middle class has experienced in recent times. President Barack Obama’s deal with Republican lawmakers was unpaid for and will cost the government $858 billion. The tax cuts and unemployment benefits extension will not doContinue reading “Mr. President, let the tax cuts go”
Who wore it better – Nicky Hilton and Jamie King
So last Friday, Nicky Hilton and Jamie King pulled a Samantha and Miley ala Sex and the City 2, showing up to a French Connection event in the same dress. So the question all over the web has been: who wore it better? Hilton takes this one easily, pairing the mini with a waist flatteringContinue reading “Who wore it better – Nicky Hilton and Jamie King”
Oscar Fashion: What worked
Author’s note: This post also appeared on March 1, 2011 on HerCampus.com’s University of Iowa Chapter. You can check that out here. Watching the red carpet coverage of the Academy Awards is always a blast for any college fashionista. The 2011 ceremony was filled with gorgeous gowns that appealed to a multitude of tastes. EachContinue reading “Oscar Fashion: What worked”
Brynne Schweigel 