Bethel AME Church marks 150th anniversary in Iowa City
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Iowa City celebrated 150 years on Sunday. Founded in 1868 on South Governor Street, the Longfellow neighborhood church has grown from a 50-seat chapel to a megacity style presence after a 2010 renovation. Pastor Kimberly Abram-Bryant spoke of the churchs potential and impact.
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U S to impose new sanctions on Russia over Syria links
U S ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley said on CBS Face the Nation that Washington will soon sanction Russian companies tied to Assad's chemical weapons program. Treasury Secretary Mnuchin will announce the measures, targeting firms involved in equipment used for chemical weapons. Haley reiterated Russia’s vetoes at the UN have strained ties with Washington.
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Putin warns of chaos if US strikes Syria again
Ernst reports that Putin cautions global chaos could follow another US strike on Syria. The piece notes that Trump should coordinate with Congress on any further Syria action, underscoring the political dynamics shaping U.S. policy decisions.
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Open Government Calls for Clear Firing Explanations
Iowa advisory opinion urges public bodies to explain why employees were fired or demoted under HF 291. The Gazette notes many Eastern Iowa districts offered vague responses, despite a law requiring disclosure of disciplinary actions and documented reasons. Johnson argues for precise descriptions of actions such as forged signatures to meet the statute.
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