Rake Blacktop repairs and community notices in Buffalo Center
Detour signs removed as Drivers 1 ends, paving work underway on R20 east of Buffalo Center. Hary Shortenhaus, longtime Bison FFA member, honored at Chapter banquet. Tribune files recall events from 20, 25, and 50 years ago including library upgrades, school enrollments, and local business changes.
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2015 Iowa Legislature winds down amid budget debate
The 110 day session nears adjournment with May 1 marking the 110th day. Budget subcommittees advance their portions as leaders prepare for floor debate. Proposals include Education funding and higher education cuts to balance the budget under four guiding principles. Medical Cannabis SF 484 draws House concerns over tighter regulations to prevent abuse amid broader budget pressures.
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Capitol Highlights from Representative Gassman Iowa House
Representative Tedd Gassman reviews stalled SF 484 on cannabis and outlines multiple bills: HF 447 on police access to phones in abductions, SF 426 enabling confidential post incident discussions, NF 624 expanding contract terms for farmer tax credits, HF 641 expanding broadband via public private partnerships, and HF 599 adding SAVE bonds to school finance. Gassman notes committee roles, district coverage including Emmet Winnebago and parts of Kossuth, and invites constituent contact.
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National Foster Care Month Highlights Iowa Need for Foster Families
National Foster Care Month stresses recruiting more foster homes in Iowa. Theresa Lewis of Iowa KidsNet urges Iowans to step up, noting 6300 youth in care and the goal to keep families connected while pursuing reunification or adoption when appropriate. Foster homes are sought for teens, siblings, and youths with special needs, with outreach across diverse communities and cultural backgrounds. Iowa KidsNet remains the statewide contact for prospective foster or foster adoptive parents, offering resources and a helpline.
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