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Did the Christmas classic story originate in our backyard?

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Brent "B.R." Hoffman
Dec 24, 2022
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The classic movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” shares similarities to the story of a northwestern Iowa family that seems more than just a coincidence. Credit: IMDB

There aren’t many Americans who haven’t seen “It’s Wonderful Life.” Ranked by the American Film Institute as “the #1 most inspirational movie of all time,” this beloved film stars Jimmy Stewart as …

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Widowed father of Silas and Lydia. Retired military officer and Pentagon 9/11 survivor. Published author. Former City Council and School Board. State Senator.
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