Telecommuting reshapes hiring and work across Iowa firms
Cramer Development shifted from centralized offices to nationwide hiring, embracing telecommuting to build a top team. UI and UT researchers note mixed effects: more hours for some, blurred personal work boundaries, and questions about pay for extra time. Employees like Ryan Keairns report fewer distractions and canceled commutes, while managers track productivity via online systems. Telecommuting remains essential for new ventures like Higher Learning Technologies as they travel to schools nationwide.
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Iowa
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University of Texas
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Yahoo
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Noonan
Ryan Keairns
Coralville
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Austin
Texas
Adam Keane
Keane
Higher Learning Technologies
Dubuque
Benton County grand jury recommends courthouse security upgrades
The Benton County grand jury urges the 100 year old Vinton courthouse add a secure entrance with a scanner and armed officer. Current setup includes three entrances and on duty deputy during sessions but funding for upgrades is lacking. Officials note past incidents and emphasize safety amid tense cases while exploring funding sources.
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Vinton
Benton County Grand Jury
Grand Jury
Cindy Forsyth
Benton County
David Thompson
Thompson
Terry Hertle
Leopard tortoise Cashew stolen from Dubuque museum exhibit
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium officials say a 4 foot glass wall was scaled this week and an 18 pound leopard tortoise named Cashew was taken. The $2000 value and animal welfare are noted as priorities while police investigate.
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Dubuque — National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
Gail DeMoss
New Earth Animal
Galena
Ill
Dear Abby: Wife suspects husband affair with new store clerk
In a reader question, a wife notices repeated suspicious behavior by her husband Wade and a young clerk at a neighborhood store. Abby advises asking questions, suggests the husband may be involved with someone the clerk knows, and urges addressing the issue to uncover the truth.
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Abby
Wade
Cedar Rapids approves three year contracts with city unions
Cedar Rapids reached three year contracts with six main bargaining groups and two airport units without mandatory fact finding. Wages rise 2 percent each year for three years. Health insurance premiums rise up to 10 percent with employee wellness participation reducing costs. Mayor Corbett says the deals bring stability and predictability for finances.
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Cedar Rapids
Conni Huber
Ron Corbett
Correction on Prairiewoods Conference Location
Prairiewoods Spirituality in the 21st Century conference runs 7 to 9 p.m. today at St. Pius Catholic Church and 9 a.m. to 3 30 p.m. Friday at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center. The Gazette corrects earlier The Guide location error and invites reader feedback at the listed numbers.
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Prairiewoods
St. Pius Catholic Church
Kirkwood Center
Gazette
Lottery results for Wednesday April 3 and jackpots
Powerball drew 1 6 8 12 35 with a 3 Powerball. jackpot 40 million. Iowa games reported 100 000 Cash 6 19 28 29 32 Hot Lotto 3 12 15 17 32 hotball 18. Illinois Lucky Day Lotto 5 34 35 36 39. Lotto 2 11 30 33 38 45. Extra Shot jackpot 5.9 million.
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Iowa
Illinois
River Levels Rise in Eastern Iowa at Coralville Pool
River levels in eastern Iowa rise above 679.59 feet at the Coralville Pool indicating increasing flood risk as water continues to climb.
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Iowa
Coralville Pool
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