Iowa poised for record corn yield in 2009
USDA projects Iowa to yield 185 bushels per acre and harvest 2.47 billion bushels this year, up from 181 in 2004. Don Roose notes the large yield rise. Prices initially rise on the surprise, with soybeans adjusted downward.
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Balancing act pushes women onto boards across Iowa
Lt. Gov. Patty Judge backs a 2012 law requiring near gender parity on local boards and commissions, expanding female representation. A Gazette review shows women remain underrepresented in Cedar Rapids Iowa City Coralville Marion and several counties with 15 of 73 seats in Manchester and 40 percent on four key county boards in Delaware County. County Supervisor Shirley Helmrichs says appointments continue as availability allows, but competition remains scarce.
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Health care reform debate frames federal power
President Obama used a New Hampshire town hall to press his health care plan as a proxy fight over federal government size. White House aides emphasize countering disinformation amid raucous town halls while noting Washington has expanded its role in the economy with bailouts and an almost 800 billion stimulus package.
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State fairs offer incentives to blunt recession
Midwest state fair organizers roll out discounts and promotions to boost attendance as the Iowa State Fair prepares to open with adoptions like food drive discounts and half price gate admissions. Lori Chappell notes advances and weekend deals aim to lift turnout despite tougher economy.
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