Facebook homicide video was inevitable says columnist
Kathleen Parker argues the Facebook homicide video was bound to happen as a public craving for spectacle grows. She notes Steve Stephens killed himself after a police chase and reflects on the viral culture that makes private moments public.
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Community Letters Highlight Iowa Victim Service Funding
Sen Grassley praised a flawless Supreme Court confirmation path for a nominee rated highest by the ABA while noting politics blocked Judge Garland. The letter urges Gov Branstad to protect victim services funding as Riverview Center expands across northeastern Iowa and warns against cuts. Carrie Melton Marion.
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S-Town influence prompts estate plan focus workshop
Gordon Fischer argues estate planning is essential after S Towns record breaking downloads highlight disputes from dying without a will. He outlines five questions for a plan and promotes a free workshop in Iowa City to guide wills trusts powers of attorney guardianship and end of life decisions.
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Iowa lawmakers abandon water quality priority in last session
In a late session retreat Republicans gutted water quality efforts despite calls to keep Iowa safe from farm pollution. Critics warn Branstad’s legacy rests on defunding key centers while Democrats push tax options and renewed Nutrient Reduction Strategy review for timely, funded local projects.
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