Senate expected to OK no money lobby policy
Des Moines reports lawmakers largely support keeping the current ban on lobbyists giving value to legislators while ethics efforts seek to simplify reporting. Sen. George Kinley notes a move to require rule 5 registrations only and annual indirect expense reporting, with gubernatorial ethics work to align with a gift law update.
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Weekend Iowa crash toll rises with Sigourney woman among dead
Six people died in weekend crashes across Iowa and Texas. Sigourney resident Helen Sosbaker, 63, died from injuries after a Saturday crash on Highway 149 near South English. Her husband Ergo, 71, and other drivers remain hospitalized. The report lists additional fatalities in Anita, Coralville, Truesdale, Ankeny, Fort Madison, and a Texas hit-and-run victim initially identified as Joel Hidrogo of Tama, later believed to carry another’s ID.
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Iowa Guard Tightens Drill Attendance Rules
Des Moines Iowa National Guard Adjutant General Junior H Burkhead announced a new order to require roll calls at the start and end of every drill to curb irregular pay practices. He said most units follow the policy but some have not adequately tracked drills risking credit for unused hours after legislative charges of improper pay.
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Harrowing night for Nikki Johnson and companions on Oahu ridge
Honolulu AP reports actress Kathleen Nolan and former FCC commissioner Nicholas Johnson, along with a 14 year old, spent a cold night on a narrow Oahu ridge after a fruit-tree excursion. A rescue helicopter finally hoisted them from the ravine as dawn brightened. Johnson, Iowa City native, later planned a University of Hawaii appearance.
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Linn-Mar Alters Wednesday Schedule For Snow Makeup Day
Linn-Mar students will be dismissed 90 minutes early on Wednesday so teachers can attend in building meetings. Feb 20, originally a holiday, is now a regular school day to makeup for a weather cancelation. No other makeup days are set.
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Marion YMCA opens facilities to all area families this week
Marion YMCA announces open facilities for all area families during the week. Signups for the spring schedule are taken. A parent must accompany children and participation is free for all. Family gym hours are Friday 7 30 to 9 p.m. Family swim is Tuesday Wednesday Friday 7 15 to 9.
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Nepal opens 29 Himalayan peaks to climbers
Nepal increases accessible peaks to 41 with 11 reserved for Nepalese climbers. The country hosts more than 200 summits above 21,000 feet.
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