Trust and transparency in farming and health care policy
Laurie Johns of the Iowa Farm Bureau argues for accountability on livestock farms and in medical settings. He notes concerns about privacy, training, and timely reporting of abuse, ties to the Ag Protection Bill, and broader issues like health care reform, insurance mandates, and premium rate reviews affecting Iowans and farmers.
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Kadyns Law and Iowa school bus safety measures gain approval
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Retirement Coffee for Two Staff Members at Tribune
The Buffalo Center Tribune notes an afternoon retirement coffee for Arla Ites a longtime typesetter and Sharon Bosma a teletype operator who joined in 1973 and 1978 respectively. Their service spans decades of newspaper production and staff history.
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Arla Ites
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Jonathan Gerzema
Jamie Homsey
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Keep Iowa Beautiful Month Declared In April
Governor Branstad proclaims April Keep Iowa Beautiful Month urging Iowans to spruce up properties and communities. Citizens, schools, and businesses are urged to implement plans, with Keep Iowa Beautiful offering programs and recognition.
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County Board of Supervisors
Buffalo Center Tribune Community Newspaper Details
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Laurie McBride
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Lakota
North Iowa
Assn. National
Assn
Mid-America Publishing Corp. PO
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N Main Street
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