Pomerantz remembered as fighter for education
Marvin Pomerantz, 78, described as Iowa's great change agent, died in Iowa City. The Des Moines businessman and University of Iowa backer was lauded for lifelong advocacy of education and health access, with family memory highlighting his rags to riches story and public service across state boards and GOP leadership.
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Center Point Hires Steve Winger as City Administrator
Center Point appoints Steve Winger a Dubuque native to be city administrator starting August 25. He will earn 60 000 dollars annually and holds a master in public administration from Bellevue University. Winger previously led Wall Lake Iowa as city administrator since 2007 and moves here with his wife and four children amid local growth projects.
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Olympic fever grips Iowa readers and watchers alike
Across Iowa many embrace the Summer Games staying up late to follow swimming gymnastics and beach volleyball. Residents like Amy Link Erin Sweeney Kate Cavanaugh and Brent Basquin discuss the excitement while some prefer Cubs broadcasts. The piece notes Olympic timing and local tie ins including gymnast Shawn Johnson and shared national pride.
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North Liberty rezones site for third elementary school
North Liberty plans a third elementary school for the Iowa City school district at an Alberhasky property west of Front Street and south of Zeller Street. The City Council sped zoning votes by bypassing standard multi-date approvals. Colleagues debated housing density near the site as the preliminary plat moves toward Planning and Zoning approval. North Bend Elementary opens Wednesday in the Clear Creek Amana district.
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Fire Damages Don Von Behren Farm In Anamosa
A fire at Morley Fire Chief Don Von Behren’s farm on 35th Street Anamosa destroyed a large corncrib barn and hog house. No injuries reported. Cause under investigation though not believed suspicious with neighbors helping move equipment from the machine shed.
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Lottery results and upcoming jackpots listed
Sunday August 17 draws show Pick 3 Evening 2 0 0 and Pick 4 Evening 6 7 1. Powerball 5 34 40 43 52 Powerball 20 with a 16 million jackpot none won. next Wednesday 43 million. Illinois Little Lotto 2 12 21 26 35. Hot Lotto 4 22 23 35 37 Hot Ball 7.
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