Wondering Down Under By Reid Matthias
Reid Matthias a 1991 North Iowa High School graduate now resides in Laidley Queensland Australia and shares a human interest column about adapting to life Down Under The piece explores Australia’s geography climate and culture including Laidley in the Lockyer Valley and the 2011 12 floods remembrance a personal reconnecting narration with neighbors and friends and a meditation on global perspective.
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Capital Report from Henry Rayhons on Iowa Legislature
Rep Henry Rayhons outlines the 2012 Iowa Legislature agenda. He cites Governor Branstad budget priorities including jobs, education, Medicaid and corrections funding totaling 6.244 billion dollars. He notes bipartisan cooperation, a target April 6 adjournment, and plans for public forums across several towns with contact details.
Greetings From the Iowa Senate and State of the Session
Unusual weather marks the start of the 84th General Assembly as January 9 opens the second year. Governor Branstad delivers a concise State of the State with a four part jobs plan, property tax reform, and education reforms to prepare Iowa for global competition. Chief Justice Cady's State of the Judiciary highlights a fair playing field for business and hints at a civil justice reform blueprint to be released next month.
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Iowa Senator Reports USS Iowa Restoration Funding Passes
In a Wednesday update, Senator Merlin Bartz notes the Senate Appropriations Committee approved a three million dollar bill for USS Iowa restoration. Funds cover hull and superstructure prep, painting, and museum development. He mentions district redistricting will take effect in 2012 action cycle and shares contact details.
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