Union concessions save 606 state jobs in Iowa
Gov. Chet Culver praised a pact with the State Police Officers Council and AFSCME Iowa Council 61 that will see five unpaid days off to prevent more than 600 state layoffs through June 30. The agreement also suspends pension contributions for the fiscal year, protecting essential services and public safety while highlighting ongoing budget constraints. About 109 workers remain at risk, including non union staff and members of the Iowa United Professionals.
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Charlotte Eboynes Moines Bureau
DES Moines
Chet Culver
State Police Officers Council
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees
Iowa Council 61
Afscme
Culver
Iowa United Professionals
John Baldwin
Iowa Department of Corrections
Iowa
Homan
Iowa Gov Chet Culver Details Across the Board Budget Moves
Governor Culver outlines wage and benefit concessions with AFSCME and S P O C. He cites 3500 non contract state workers facing furloughs and potential layoffs while preserving public safety jobs. Officials stress no tax increases during recession.
Loebsack urges Obama to share Afghanistan specifics
Rep. Dave Loebsack says Obama must present a detailed, plausible plan for Afghanistan including a clear transfer of security to Afghan forces, civilian coordination across economic and cultural efforts, and a plan to align resources with other national priorities. He spoke after meetings with European and U S troops.
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James Q. Lynch
Barack Obama
Afghanistan
Iowa
Europe
Obama
U.S
Dave Loebsack
Mount Vernon
Loebsack
Congress
Free H1N1 vaccine in public clinics with no vaccine charge
Public Linn County clinics offer free H1N1 vaccines though private providers may bill visit or admin fees and insurance. Three Hawkeye Downs clinics require appointments or accept walk-ins. Johnson County clinic is by appointment only at 855 Dubuque St. Both counties list eligibility including pregnant women, caregivers, children, and high risk groups.
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Linn County
Hawkeye Downs
Johnson County
Online Flu Guide Directory From Public Health Agencies
A public health directory listing contact information for Linn County and Johnson County health departments, including addresses phone numbers and web pages. The entry notes the Department of Public Health contact line and references state health resources.
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Linn County Public Health
13Th St. NW
Cedar Rapids
Linncounty
Johnson County Public Health
S. Dubuque St
Iowa City
Johnsoncounty
Jcpublichealth
Johnson
Law Department of Public Health
State
Woman's body found in SUV pulled from Gray's Lake
Des Moines police identified the 34 year old Buffy Renee Lucas of Des Moines after a silver GMC Jimmy plunged into Gray's Lake on the south side. Fire divers located the vehicle in 16 feet of water and towed it out for examination. Investigators will interview witnesses and Lucas's family to determine the cause.
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Gray's Lake
Des Moines
Gray’s Lake
Associated Press
Buffy Renee Lucas
Des Moines Fire Department
Lori Lavorato
Lavorato
Local charges filed in Eastern Iowa public safety notices
Public safety agencies and the county attorney’s office report charges filed in Eastern Iowa. Accusations are pending court proof, with no determinations of guilt at this stage.
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Iowa
Multiple DUI Arrests Reported Across Cities
A list of individuals charged with operating while intoxicated in various locations, detailing names ages and addresses, plus arrest times and sites including Mount Vernon Road intersections, Eighth Avenue, and surrounding areas in Marion Hiawatha Coralville North Liberty and Wyoming. The report notes single and repeat offenses.
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David M. Kemp
First Ave
Mount Vernon Road
15Th Street
Prince A. Taylor
Brandon Ave
Hiawatha
B Avenue
Sumer A. Myers
Central City
Jamie L. A. Mastin
Sisley Grove Rd
Eighth Ave
Marion
Nicole L. Martinez
Pinehurst Dr
Robins Road
Seth M. Kuba
17Th Avenue
C Street
Spencer J. Bowen
Wyoming
Iowa
First Avenue
Mount Vernon
Steve C. Dutcher
Kirkwood Blvd
Sixth Street
Sanford J. Bolden
Americus Dr
Kyle D. Tharp
12Th Ave
Highway 94
Lone Tree
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Williams
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L St
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Wright Brothers
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Kettering Rd
E Avenue
34Th Street
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C Ave
Interstate 380
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Boca Chica Dr
Michael R. Gossitt Jr
Sixth St
Bever Avenue
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Sherman St
Hollywood Boulevard
Mitchell C. Johnson
30Th St
10Th Street
10Th
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Broadway
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20Th Ave. Place
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Highway 6
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Fifth St
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Westview Dr
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