Iowa Debt Spotlight amid Moody's Report
Moody's assessment shows Iowa's net tax supported debt at 219 million dollars about 73 dollars per resident, second lowest nationally. Gov Culver and Republicans clash over inclusion of I-JOBS bonds and total state debt amid allegations of misrepresentation and shifting figures.
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Net versus gross debt shapes Iowa political debate
The governor race centers on net tax-supported debt versus gross tax-supported debt. Critics say using gross figures shows Iowa debt is middle of the pack at 3.2 billion, with much debt outside the general fund. The dispute highlights how debt is counted and the state’s fiscal picture.
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Iowa Patrol marks 75 years with a look back
From 1935 to today the Iowa State Patrol has evolved from mud roads to high speed superhighways. Col. Patrick Hoye notes the core mission remains to reduce injuries and fatalities on Iowa highways despite changing uniforms weapons and cars.
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Iowa State Patrol staffing and activity figures
The Iowa State Patrol reports a total of 293 troopers with 51 sergeants 18 lieutenants and 11 command staff across 12 district stations. In fiscal 2010 the department issued 163571 traffic citations and investigated 4773 crashes while performing 6080 motorist assists. Women comprised 10 of the workforce.
Army labeled soldiers with personality disorders amid Iraq war scrutiny
During the Iraq conflict the Army discharged hundreds yearly for personality disorders amid stress claims. After congressional pressure the practice slowed though advocates doubt misdiagnoses were fully corrected. The Defense Department reviewed cases to ensure PTSD or brain injury were not the true causes.
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Institutions race for space shuttle artifacts price shock looms
Twenty one institutions from Chicago to Los Angeles bid to acquire one of three orbiters as space history experts call the shuttles highly sought after. Florida Texas Ohio New York argue each site deserves a piece of the famed crafts for public display and education.
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