Families hold out hope as missing Smiths search covers miles
Friends and relatives still cling to hope for the Smiths missing since the week. Ground and air searches around Lisbon and Anamosa yield no clues as Sheriff Whitlatch notes realistic chances of finding two people, while bulletins go out and tips arrive daily.
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Cindy Pieper
Anamosa
Lisbon
Pieper
Smiths
Sheriff Whitlatch
Whitlatch
Sheriff's Department
Branstad death penalty proposal draws mixed reviews
Governor Branstad pitches a broader death penalty scope while lawmakers weigh the political cost. House Speaker Ron Corbett notes Democratic support needed in both chambers. Critics warn of high costs and potential risk to inmates, with opposition lingering in the Senate.
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Branstad
Iowa
House
Senate
Ron Corbett
Cedar Rapids
Corbett
Gene Maddox
Clive
GOP
Michael Gronstal
Council Bluffs
David Schrader
Monroe
City briefs offer seasonal ads and event notices
Local listings reveal holiday sales, dinners, tours, and crafts across city venues. Scenic and shopping ads feature Christmas trees, furniture, china, and gift guides while events include bingo nights, chili suppers, and a Branson tour lineup with Wayne Newton and others.
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Mike Smith
Springville
Steve Smith
Niin
Amana
University of Iowa
Tanger
Relax
Holidome
Inery
Sw’ ¢ Amana
Seven Villages
Meskwaki
Free Sandy
Schumacher Carpets
Bowling St
Bingo
Hawkeye Downs
Branson
Wayne Newton
Mel Tillis
the Osmonds
CPO
Adventure Travel
Lifeline Ministries
G Ave
Central Park
16Th Ave
C St
Flanagan
Ellis Blvd
Friendship Force
Mexico
Joanne
Adv
Granny's Nook
Ave. N.E
Eagles Club
St. N.W
Jamison
Kings
Tama
Gazette
Islimac Center
Richard Pinney
Corner House Gallery
Westdale
Wayland
SOLU
Norwest
Norwest Bank
Iowa, N.A
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