B.A. Morelli, Patch Staff
- Iowa City, IA
This New Hampshirite migrated west to Olympia, Washington, south to Florida and wound up in the middle in Iowa. I studied journalism and political science at University of Iowa, and have worked professionally as a journalist covering higher education, city government and business. Investigative projects, covering RAGBRAI as an embedded reporter and paddling down the Iowa River for three days to report on its condition are some of my favorite assignments. I have many different interests: spending time with my family, hiking, biking, paddling, cooking, craft beers, writing, college and pro sports. I used to work as a professional chef, I've traveled to 49 of the 50 states, teach a backpacking course at the University of Iowa, and volunteer on the Board of Directors for the Bicyclists of Iowa City.
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Marion, IA|News|
Flooding Triggers Local Disaster Declaration in Linn County
Marion, IA|News|
Weird Iowa: Bachmann Bows Out, Fast Food Fight, Rodeo Clown Sent to Prison
Iowa City|News|
Photos: Families, Volunteers, Community Come Together as Floodwater Creeps In
Marion, IA|News|
WOW Homes for Sale: From 'Double Take' Mansions to Pool Party Pads, Take a Peek at Iowa Real Estate
Iowa City|News|
WOW Homes for Sale: From 'Double Take' Mansions to Pool Party Pads, Take a Peek at Iowa Real Estate
Marion, IA|News|
Cedar Rapids Bracing for Flooding: Voluntary Evacuations, Closures and What You Need to Know
Marion, IA|News|
Cedar Rapids Man Sentenced to 42 Years in Federal Prison for Child Porn, Victimizing 12 Girls
Marion, IA|News|
Accusations Fly, Relationship Between 2 Elected Linn County Officials 'Gone Up in Flames'
The relationship has soured between Supervisor Brent Oleson, of Marion, and County Auditor Joel Miller.
Marion, IA|News|
14 Good Jobs That Don't Require A College Degree
Not every good job requires a four-year-degree. Check out these industries that hire high school grads. Provided by Jobs at AOL.
Marion, IA|News|
Police Partn'r with Texas Roadhouse to Serve 'Free' Lunch for Special Olympics Iowa
Several police departments, including Cedar Rapids, will serve "free" lunch at various Texas Roadhouse restaurants on Thursday. Leave a donation at the table and 100 percent goes to Special Olympics Iowa.
Marion, IA|News|
Operation Quickfind: Missing Robins Teen Located
Zachary David Vogt, 17, of Robins, is reported missing.
Marion, IA|News|
What Linn-Mar Teachers are Retiring and Transferring This Summer?
Shannon Bisgard, the principal at Linn Grove Elementary, is among several staffing changes in the Linn-Mar school district.
Marion, IA|News|
SLOW DOWN!! (Part 2): 49 Ticketed for Speeding in 4 Hours on I-380
Law Enforcement officers from the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, Cedar Rapids Police, Hiawatha Police and Iowa State Patrol conducted enhanced traffic enforcement on I-380.
Marion, IA|News|
Don't Like Mowing Your Lawn? Neighbors Can Stick You With a $170 Bill
When residents won't cut their lawn, a Marion city staffer will come mow it and leave the resident with a bill that can range from $100 to $400.
Marion, IA|News|
SLOW DOWN!! Police Say More Speed Traps on I-380 Today
Officers from the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, Cedar Rapids Police, Hiawatha Police, and Iowa State Patrol will conduct enhanced traffic enforcement on I-380 on Tuesday, May 28.
Marion, IA|News|
Marion Woman, Former Treasurer Convicted of Tax Evasion After Taking Thousands from Wyoming City
Leslie Diane Zynda was sentenced to 24 months in prison to be followed by three years of supervised release, and ordered to pay $276,705 in restitution to Guernsey, WY and $75,089 to the IRS.
