Writer Baker Finds Purpose Through Patient Voice Program
Baker, who lives with cystic fibrosis, writes essays and poetry for Patient Voice, a program pairing writers with people who have illnesses. Turner and Finer praise the therapeutic benefits for both sides as participants commit to regular writing while planning a November wedding and improving mental health alongside physical health.
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Leslie Finer
US Arts Share
Finer
City budget soars as flood recovery costs rise
Budget for flood costs jumps from 379 million to 752 million with flood recovery all funding. Corbett presses Prosser and staff on flood recovery director cost of 206,029 including salary and benefits. He notes private sector promises of support but no firm commitment beyond a one year 60,000 from private sector. Corbett questions franchise fee projections of 1.2 million annually and later doubling on electric bills. Gas tax not yet imposed. New costs include 612,000 to state police and fire pension and up to 542,000 for health-insurance increases.
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Prosser
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Tor. Corbett
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Iowa City School Board weighs transport options for nonpublic students
Iowa City district officials consider two revenue neutral avenues to cover bus costs for nonpublic students within Regina boundaries. Alternative one reimburses families with state funds. alternative two transfers transportation funds to Regina for its own bus system. Regulators warn changes could affect state-mandated distance and time limits.
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Iowa
Regina
Iowa City
Lane Plugge
Rudolph Juarez
Plugge
Gregg. Hennigan
Gazcomm
Lickliter Talks Priorities After Surgery and Family Support
Iowa basketball coach Lickliter discussed prioritizing health over basketball after surgery. He described family support including his oldest son Ry who flew from Krakow, Poland, and brother Rhett helping with spiritual matters. He will miss UNI and Iowa State games but plans to return and coach on December 19 against Drake.
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