Scheetz Chosen for Linn County Board Seat in Unanimous Vote
Cedar Rapids native Scheetz won unanimous support from the Committee of County Officers to fill the Linn County Board of Supervisors vacancy left by Rogers. He will join Kirsten Running-Marquardt and Brandy Meisheid, with a potential 14 day petition window for a special election and a separate special race for his former District 78 House seat. Scheetz, age 28, pledged full time commitment and plans to engage district residents on budget and public issues. He will be sworn in and attend the board’s weekly session and budget hearing.
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Molly” Jessen
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Whirlpool Amana layoffs spark state unemployment response
Whirlpool and Dens voice concern over 2022 law and announce the largest Iowa layoff in 2025 with 650 workers at Amana. Gov Reynolds directs Iowa Workforce Development to deploy rapid response and a mobile center, while IAM union pledges support and officials call for unemployment reform.
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Iowa lawmakers weigh right of first refusal in Reynolds energy bill
Slater argues that shielding incumbents from competition raises costs and reduces quality while nonincumbent utilities could offer lower prices and better designs. The Division urges lawmakers to consider competition benefits and whether the right of first refusal harms consumers amid energy infrastructure needs. Reynolds bills await full chamber votes as lawmakers hear from lobbyists and AFP counselors.
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