Merlyn Elman Recovers in June Hospital Portrait
In a June feature from Memorial Hospital, Editor Merlyn Elman recovers from leg surgery as he recalls the hospital days and plans post discharge. The piece notes mail as a morale boost, visitors, and a humorous misadventure with an alarm, while touching on local figures like Mayor Roy Johnson and Tribune staff. Buffalo Center golf figures Al Caxson and Cory Duden win first place at Gruin event as part of community life.
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Iowa Governor calls special session for bargaining talks
Governor Robert Ray urges legislators to return Tuesday June 21 to finish appropriations after the General Assembly. in an open letter he recaps session achievements and notes shortcomings. The report cites that lawmakers followed a familiar pattern during the recently concluded session.
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Iowa leaders debate property taxes and water policy
Governor Ray cites a 15 point plan to curb property tax growth while lawmakers pass a measure he says will limit assessments. The Iowa natural resources council expands action on groundwater. new rates restrict use from Dakota sandstone wells. An error at the Iowa commerce commission trims Northwestern Bell refunds to 21.5 million, with base rate cuts of about 1.30 monthly. A state motorcycle park near Knoxville gains approval, to be run with transportation and Marion County boards.
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Grace Through Faith in Christ as Paul’s Example
A devotional reflection connects Paul’s conversion from Saul to the message of grace. Citing I Timothy and Romans, it urges readers to trust Jesus for salvation, viewing Paul as a living demonstration of mercy. The piece emphasizes belief in Christ as the path to life everlasting.
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Unemployed Jowans to gain weekly benefit raise to 124
Unemployed Jowans will receive 124 per week in unemployment compensation, up from 116, a 7.8 percent rise. The maximum benefit equals two thirds of the average insured wage, now 185.61, and the average wage used for calculation is 185.61. The policy also notes the maximum as two thirds of the average wage. The Iowa energy council offers a 1500 reward to the builder of the most energy efficient single family home, with three awards totaling 4500 for best proposals by July 29. Medicaid funding faces a 3.1 million risk as inspectors missed five of 410 nursing homes, with Congress considering extra time for completion. Towns may bear costs over potential funding loss. Capt Patricia K. Johnson takes duties as English instructor at USAF Academy Prep School in July, previously at Peterson AFB as Materiel Facilities Officer. She is daughter of Harland and his wife, a Buffalo Center High graduate, Waldorf College and Mankato State alum. Prior duties included Pope AFB and Kadena AFB. Friday visitors to Mrs Belle Koppen included Mr and Mrs Frank Nitz.
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Health Care Systems Discuss Future Plans
Charlie DeVries of Buffalo Center spoke at a Charles City meeting representing this area on plans for a five year Health Systems Plan. The plan aims to guide health goals, actions, and costs for 90 Iowa counties and Dakota County in Nebraska, with public hearings in July to ensure accessible quality care and a pathway for facility improvements and service evolution.
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Winnebago County appoints Marguerite Christensen treasurer
Marguerite Christensen was named Winnebago County Treasurer by the board of supervisors on June 20 to fill the vacancy caused by Gerald Anderson’s resignation. Christensen, who joined the treasurer’s staff in 1958 and became deputy in 1963, will assume duties July 1.
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