Rural Business Investment Fund Aims to Grow Rural Firms
A nearly 150 million Rural Business Investment Company fund created by Advan tage Capital Partners and eight farm credit institutions will provide equity to rural small businesses. The fund, licensed by USDA, bridges private capital with rural ventures in farming tech bioeconomy local food systems and agricultural exports.
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Crackdown on e cigarettes highlights federal rules push
The FDA proposed rules to curb e-cigarettes calling them the electronic cigarette wild west. The plan bans sales to under 18 and requires disclosure of ingredients to boost public awareness. The science remains debated but risks appear significant. The FDA funds studies to clarify long term effects.
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Herky on Parade celebrates Hawkeye pride in Iowa City
The 125th Hawkeye season marks a public art display with 83 fiberglass Herky statues shown around town. Local artists created diverse designs from Flower Power to Happy Little Herky while sponsorships fund more than 100000 dollars for United Way charities.
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Joe Brennan
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United Way
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Washington Counties
Debate over Egg Bill changes and local food movement reach Iowa
Producers seek more time to adapt to new requirements amid consumer demand for humane animal treatment and locally produced foods. The piece weighs federal versus state regulation, cites costs for inspectors, and questions market effects and precedent on egg production policy.
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Steve Boomsma
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Gazette
California
Governor Branstad under pressure for independent investigation call
Opinion urges an outside, nonpartisan probe into state affairs and confidential settlements. It argues for trusted investigators from beyond the statehouse to ensure a responsive, open executive branch, regardless of party. It notes public concern over a sixth term and power concentration.
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