Choral Society Forming in C R for Czech Slovak Works
A new non profit volunteer musical group forms in C R to perform works by Czech and Slovak composers. The organization aims to foster community culture and provide performances for local audiences.
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C.R
Iowa US sees decline in high risk student drinking
New statistics show University of Iowa students reporting high risk drinking trends dropping toward the national average. The data reflect recent efforts on campus and in local health outreach, with researchers noting progress in reducing risky alcohol use among students at Iowa City institutions.
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University of Iowa
Farm income forecast to fall as prices slip
USDA projects a 14 percent drop in farmer profits driven by lower corn and soybean prices. The forecast highlights weaker returns for many farms as input costs remain steady and market volatility persists across 2024 crop expectations.
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Linebacker roles unsettled as Iowa eyes season opener
Two Iowa linebackers remain in flux ahead of Saturday's season opener with Northern Iowa. Coaches weigh athletic pairing, with depth and experience under scrutiny. The choice could shape defensive leadership and tackling balance early in the year.
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University of Iowa
Northern Iowa
Iowa lawmakers extend medical cannabis program for epilepsy
At a public hearing across six video locations, residents voiced frustration that the cannabidiol oil program is hard to access. Keith Andrews of Mount Vernon urged simpler rules as his granddaughter battles Ricardi syndrome and seizures began at 1 month old, highlighting the need for broader patient access and streamlined registration.
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Iowa
Andrews
Iowa City Public
Cedar Rapids passes first local law targeting synthetic drug sales
The Cedar Rapids City Council approved a 9-0 amendment to the Offenses Against Public Peace and Morals ordinance. It empowers police to fine or criminally charge sellers of synthetic drugs based on false advertising misbranding verbal misrepresentations at sale or overpricing when marketed as potpourri incense plant food or bath salts. Suppliers and customers may also face penalties under the new DRUGS provisions.
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Cedar Rapids
No deaths linked to VA delays at Phoenix hospital
The VA inspector general found no proof that delayed care caused veteran deaths at the Phoenix VA Medical Center, which sparked a national scandal and Shinseki's resignation. The report cites troubling lapses in follow-up, coordination, quality and continuity of care.
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Tucson
Ariz
Veterans Affairs Department
VA Medical Center
Phoenix
Eric Shinseki
Phoenix VA
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