Iowa FAFSA aid boost gets 276 thousand dollars
The Iowa Department of Education will use 276000 dollars in federal funds to expand FAFSA completion efforts, hiring bilingual staff and partnering with colleges and nonprofits to help students and families navigate the redesigned federal financial aid application. The money supports direct FAFSA help and education on new eligibility criteria while addressing delays from the previous rollout. Governor Reynolds outlined ongoing conditional housing relief awards for disaster damaged homes, with up to 50000 per residence, awarded on first-come basis to counties approved for FEMA aid and available until funds run out.
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Union
Woodbury
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Nebraska lawmakers debate tax easing in summer special session
In Lincoln, Neb, lawmakers consider a bill to ease soaring property taxes with mid year budget cuts caps on spending and shifts to sales and special taxes. Proposed revenue measures include marijuana legalization and online gambling, while parole and jail alternatives seek to ease prison costs and overcrowding.
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Omaha
Iowa
Walz influence at Mankato West shines through student memories
In 1999 at Mankato West High School Gwen Walz taught geography and backed a safe space for gay students. Tim Walz as football coach and parent supported LGBTQ dialogue, formed a Gay-Straight Alliance, and fostered inclusion. Former students recall his open minded approach and efforts to help nontraditional students feel welcome.
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