Marion resort plan seeks state funds rebate and tax incentives
Developer Bjornsen proposes Whitetail Lodge in Marion with 18 million Vision Iowa support and 18 million from Atlas Limited Partnership. The plan seeks a 100 percent hotel motel tax rebate for 20 years and 50 percent for 50 years, plus tax increment financing. Public hearing set for April 19 at 7 p.m.
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City OKs alcohol restrictions amid student protests
The council moves to refine alcohol ordinances as Dee Vanderhoef suggests 21 plus access if needed. Mayor Lehman notes students misunderstandings while bar owner Dave Moore questions party definitions delaying final vote. City Attorney Dilkes to meet with liquor license holders to resolve details.
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China Presses for U S Apology Over Spy Plane Collision
China demands a formal U S apology and says its investigation will determine the crew’s fate. President Jiang blames the United States for the collision and calls for an end to surveillance flights off China’s coast. Xinhua urges cooperation and compensation for China’s losses. Wang Wei remains missing after the Haikou near collision.
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Iowa splits 319 area code into 563 plus 319
The state of Iowa plans to divide the 319 telephone area code into two codes, keeping 319 for some counties and introducing a new 563 area code for others to meet growing demand. The change affects residents, businesses, and service providers statewide.
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