Nonconformist judges booted in Iowa divorce backlash
In Iowa the first judge ousted by voters cited divorce as a factor, and a new case looms as divorce again stirs voter sentiment. Since 1846 the retention system has rarely seen removals, with critics saying unorthodox judges face rejection while conformists rule.
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Northwest Iowa judge faces retention amid campaign funding drive
Residents in Judicial District 3B raise funds to oppose Jeffrey Neary’s bid for another term. Neary, 46, of Merrill, appointed in 2002, faces a six year retention vote after a ruling on interstate property disputes sparked an appeal to the Iowa Supreme Court.
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Sioux City Bookstore Wins Spirit of Comics Award
ACME Comics & Collectibles owner Kevin McGarry and Fran McGarry celebrate winning the 2004 Spirit of Comics Retailer Award at Comic-Con in San Diego. The Sioux City shop beat large chains with a vast 79 publisher catalog and strong community support from leaders including Grassley Harkin Vilsack Ferris and the Chamber.
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POW museum bus tour halted after Interstates 80 fire
TRACES executive director Michael Luick-Thrams was driving a 40 foot bus carrying World War II POW memorabilia when a motor damaged the vehicle on Interstate 80 between Earlham and Stuart. The seatless bus held photographs and displays of Tuskegee Airmen and Meskwaki code talkers.
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Police warn Ames woman scam cost thousands
Ames police urge caution after an elderly resident lost thousands of dollars in a scam promising a six figure prize. Detective Joe Mueller warned that callers claim a win and then request money transfers to claim the prize, starting with a phone call or email and escalating with personal information requests.
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