Community splits over corridor map sparking debate in hearing
Cedar Rapids real estate agent Clark Rieke warns that placing a congressional boundary through the economic development corridor between Iowa City and Cedar Rapids could hamper growth. Proponents say splitting may boost local influence with two representatives. The fourth hearing continues as the Legislative Services Agency weighs the first proposed map amid possible revisions and court outcomes.
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Iowa Impaired Waters Rise Amid Funding Shortages
Gazette report details about 600 impaired Iowa waters from streams to rivers, with major impacts on drinking water and recreation. Langgin of the Iowa Water & Land Conservancy urges stronger soil and water conservation as state funding shrinks, noting REAP cuts and limited prospects despite the Water and Land Legacy amendment support.
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Iowa Water & Land Conservancy
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Dick Dearden
D-Des Moines
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Unexplained Death Probed in Cedar Falls Motel
Cedar Falls police investigate the death of a 2 year old boy found unresponsive at Midway Studios motel around 8 15 p m Monday. Autopsy ordered. officials say not a suspicious death. details withheld.
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Washington voters renew PPEL levy for schools
Voters in Washington Iowa renewed the physical plant and equipment levy by 409 yes to 282 no with 691 total ballots. The levy remains at 1 dollar per 1000 dollars of assessed valuation as since 2001.
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