Vilsack urges unified sales tax plans amid budget strain
Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack says budget woes surpass those in many states and calls for a unified sales tax system as Internet commerce expands. He notes states with broad sales taxes fare better and urges Congress to extend a moratorium and push national rules. Vilsack also highlights gains in a new biotechnology group within the National Governors Association.
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Private Iowa colleges promote small classes online
Iowa private colleges and universities push Dontbeanumber com to lure high school students from large public campuses. The site touts small class sizes and individual attention while defending the value of private institutions amid questions from UI and ISU leaders.
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Blooming Prairie Co op cited by OSHA after worker fall
Blooming Prairie Cooperative Warehouse faces two OSHA citations including a serious one after Larry Beardshear, 54, fell more than 20 feet from an order picker on March 23. The company disputes the severity and cites ongoing safety improvements, while Teamsters push for equal safety committee representation.
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Walford mayor seeks re election to College Community School Board
Walford Mayor Randy Bauer 46, unopposed in District 3 for the College Community School District in the Sept 11 election. He serves at Alliant Energy and has been on the board since last fall after being appointed to fill District 3. His goals include high school graduates with basic skills, fiscal responsibility, and tech updates.
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Walford
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