Prison faith program opens at Iowa Newton facility
140 inmates at the Newton state prison enroll in a faith based values program launched with Prison Fellowship Ministries. Bill Thompson, a 33 year old Sioux City resident serving time for robbery, says the program helps him study scripture and reform. The program runs 5 30 a m to 10 p m with 85 church volunteers, aiming to keep inmates from returning to crime.
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Iowa on Screen: Small Town Myths and Americana Realities
Des Moines AP report details a study by Marty Knepper and John Lawrence of Morningside College on how Iowa is portrayed in film. They note recurring themes of wholesome, rural imagery and the threat to farms from corporate power, with landscape and character tone signaling Iowa more than genre.
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News Tip Line Contact Details
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Three defendants face federal charges in Cedar Rapids court
Arturo Quintero Jimenez 35 pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute 1000 grams or more of meth. He could face 10 years to life and a 4 million dollar fine. Donald E. Webber 76 was found guilty of firearms offenses. 18 guns were seized. Mitchell Patzner 41 was sentenced to 12 years after pleading guilty to a meth conspiracy involving more than 1.5 kilograms.
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