Iowa lawmakers weigh restoring sales tax on heavy equipment
The Department seeks retroactive tax restoration to July 1 2008, arguing a needed revenue fix. Senate subcommittee with Senate President Pam Jochum will review the measure amid election-year tax sensitivity. Officials warn it could add about 18 million dollars to the 2015 budget, while some parties caution against misperceptions of new taxes.
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Cast-Off in California Seeks Akward Drama Friend Fix
A student writes that her best friend Kyra joined the drama club and now hangs with theater peers, leaving the writer feeling left out and shy. Abby recommends expanding outside hobbies to build a broader social circle and reduce emotional dependence.
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Lottery results for Iowa Illinois Feb Friday
Friday draws show Pick 3 Midday 1 9 0 Pick 3 Evening 4 2 2 Pick 4 Midday 6 9 2 3 Pick 4 Evening 0 2 0 4 Illinois Lucky Day Lotto Midday 1 23 28 30 37 Evening 3 9 20 21 34 Extra shot $13.75 million Mega Millions 11 21 23 35 64 Mega Ball 10 Jackpot $107 million
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River levels in eastern Iowa reported across several towns
Water readings from Cedar River at Waterloo Cedar Rapids Conesville and Wapsipinicon River at Independence Anamosa show levels shifting with Cedar River at Waterloo 5.31 steady Cedar Rapids 3.40 steady Conesville 5.20 falling and Independence 4.51 falling Anamosa 5.22 steady with Coralville Pool listed at 682.38 feet above sea level and falling.
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Coralville Eyes Two 6.6 Million Dollar Fifth Street Buildings
Blue Sky Develop ers Inc led by Robert Thomas plans two five story buildings on Fifth Street in Coralville. Each would include about 18 000 square feet ground floor retail space and four floors of condos. The city would sell the land for a nominal dollar to spur growth and tax base expansion with no city investment.
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Iowa City
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Blue Sky
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Town Center
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Cedar Rapids group seeks federal funds for expanded mentoring
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids and East Central Iowa kicks off Bowl For Kids Sake while awaiting a $3.7 million DOJ grant freeze affecting local expansion. The Cedar Rapids chapter hopes to raise over $372,000 this year and may gain $43,000 in grants if funds resume.
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Iowa
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East Central
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East Central Iowa
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