Back to School Drive Boosts Bags and Support
The 12th annual Henry Davison Youth Center event provided 1 050 book bags with supplies up from 776 last year. More than 50 corporate and community sponsors helped families hit by floods and layoffs. Iowa's public universities show improved graduation rates, rising from 3 to 5 percent over 15 years as state officials push for further gains. One in six Iowans works in agriculture or related sectors, supporting a quarter of the economy amid debates on environmental rules.
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Farmers face dairy crisis after hailstorms and low milk prices
Fayette and Winneshiek county dairy farmers struggle as milk prices stay depressed and July hailstorms devastate hundreds of thousands of crop acres used for feed. Federal disaster aid, not state thresholds, may be needed. Gov Culver plans to push for federal relief.
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Take Back Our Country Rhetoric and Health Care Critique
Opinion letter arguing for term limits and citizen politicians to restore founding principles. Includes accusations against politicians and judges, calls for ending pork spending, and skeptical views on health insurance costs and government control. Mentions Mary Magner Cedar Rapids and Iowa City themes.
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Iowa City
Call the Question on HealthCare Reform
A reader urges President Obama to push a strong public option and lever Congress to pass a health care bill with at least one decisive vote in each chamber. The letter recalls Lincoln and Roosevelt and warns of public backlash from critics, advocating bold action to move reform forward.
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Kennedy Name on Health Bill Sparks Political Irony
Debate over naming the health care bill after Ted Kennedy shows cynicism and opportunism in politics. Democrats shift from outrage to tribute after Kennedy’s death, while critics argue the branding undermines principles and public support. Public figures and media shaping the tribute reflect party strategy and legacy.
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Czech Village museum future debated location and expansion
The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library board votes next month on repurposing the 18000 square foot building and adding a flood protected 50000 square foot exhibition center and library. Locating the new facility near the current site in Czech Village is favored by merchants and heritage groups. George Joens of Joens Brothers Interiors adds local perspective.
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