Collaborative divorce offers problem solving over traditional court
Couples sign a binding agreement with attorneys to explore options in collaborative divorce. If it fails, they hire new lawyers and start over. McKinney recalls a January 2005 process ending three months later with creative solutions, saving money. Attorneys cite lower costs and kept control over children and finances. Judge Huppert supports the approach for custody and financial outcomes.
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Keller
McKinney
Johnston
Shutts
Fifth Judicial District
Michael Huppert
Polk County
Iowa City district weighs high school redistricting options
The Iowa City School District considers boundary changes to address high school capacity, with scenarios ranging from two or three high schools or converting a ninth grade campus. Officials emphasize maintaining neighborhood schools while balancing costs, enrollment efficiency, and demographics.
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Patti Fields
Schwarz
Iowa City
Coralville
North Liberty
Hills
University Heights
Ann Feldmann
May spending spree using school funds found in audit
A police report cites a $237 392 total linked to May with $12 000 spent at Best Buy between 2008 and 2009 and multiple purchases at Hy Vee Walmart Target and J C Penney. The audit notes purchases at Home Appliance Center Slumberland and dining at local restaurants.
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Cedar Rapids
Best Buy
Mattias
May
Rockford Road
Slumberland
Hy- Vee
Walmart
Target
Jcpenney
Linn Area Credit Union
Mays
Jeff. Raasch
Gazcomm.com
Tax system debate on who pays and who benefits
The passage argues that the federal income tax largely benefits the bottom 40 percent who receive credits and payments, while the top 10 percent pay about 73 percent of income taxes in 2006. It notes most non-payers still face payroll, excise, and other taxes at state and local levels. Curtis Dubay of the Heritage Foundation is quoted.
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National Defense
Curtis Dubay
The
Heritage Foundation
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