Scheetz Named District 2 Linn County Supervisor
Sami Scheetz, a former Democratic state representative from Iowa House District 78 with community organizing and labor negotiation background, is chosen to fill the District 2 seat on the Linn County Board of Supervisors. He replaces 16-year incumbent Ben Rogers, aims to advocate for District 2 residents and push Linn County forward with a focus on the budget amid a changing political landscape.
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Iowa governor’s energy bill faces antitrust opposition
The U S Justice Department objects to Iowa Gov Kim Reynolds energy bill proposing a right of first refusal for existing transmission owners The six page letter from Abigail Slater Assistant U S Attorney General dated March 24 argues the provision reduces competition risks higher prices and poorer service for Iowa electricity customers The letter notes limiting grid expansion to incumbents could harm consumers by reducing competition and investment prospects in Iowa transmission infrastructure.
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Whirlpool to lay off 650 at Amana plant by June 1
Whirlpool Corp will cut about 650 Amana facility employees by June 1, roughly one third of the workforce at the Middle Amana site. External communications director Chad Parks cites market conditions and demand for Amana, JennAir, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Whirlpool refrigeration products. The plant employs just over 2,000 people and will offer on-site HR support and a dedicated employee support line.
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