Grant Wood agency study on declining Iowa enrollments examined
A Cedar Rapids based agency proposes a two year 75000 dollar study funded by federal money to address declining enrollments in seven Iowa counties. The plan would assemble data and propose alternatives for districts to consider, with advisory rather than mandatory outcomes. The piece questions utility and cost effectiveness of the investment.
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Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Grant Wood
Grant Wood Agency
Columbia Pictures Embezzlement Case Ends With Resignation
Columbia Pictures faced a scandal as president Alan J. Hirschfield reinstated production chief David Begelman after he confessed to embezzling 61008 dollars. Begelman later resigned following revelations he forged signatures on checks. The board's actions, stock reaction, and ongoing SEC involvement highlight money over ethics in Hollywood.
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Columbia Pictures
Hollywood
Alan J. Hirschfield
David Begelman
Hirschfield
Begelman
Columbia
Columbia Stock
Decline in Citizenship Knowledge Among U S Youth
Washington report notes 1970s decline in teens grasp of democracy politics and government. Among 13 and 17 year olds in 1976 fewer could name senators or House members or explain the Supreme Court role. voter turnout among 18 to 20 year olds fell to 38 percent in 1976.
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U.S
House
U.S. Supreme Court
Judiciary
Supreme Court
U.S. Census Bureau
Letters Support Higher Fees for Iowa Conservation Commission
A reader defends the Iowa Conservation Commission amid opposition to proposed hunting and fishing license increases. They argue rising costs justify higher fees and commend the commission's work despite legislative pressure, noting the sacrifices of biologists and others in public service.
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Iowa Conservation Commission
Letter Writer Urges Fair Pay for Conservation Workers
A reader argues for reasonable salaries for conservation staff, praising their work enforcing laws and protecting wildlife, while criticizing government pay levels as too high in other areas. The letter also defends religion's role in morality and urges civic responsibility to seek justice and reform laws misaligned with core values.
Just another politician? Brown’s oddball charm fades in crisis
Gov. Jerry Brown faces political embarrassment over the Mondanaro firing with claims of political motivation, alleged lesbian status, and objections to boss’s friends. The Personnel Board ordered Mondanaro reinstated amid sharp criticism of Brown. The case intersects with Esquire pieces portraying Brown as highly ambitious and calculating, raising questions about voter perception of his anti political stance.
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Jerry Brown
Carter
California
Brown
Mandanaro
Concern Over Aggressive School Bus Driving on Blairs Ferry Road
A reader details near misses with school buses on Blairs Ferry Road near the Edgewood Road route. She cites buses blocking lanes, a near collision with a city bus, driver confrontation, and worries about child safety while urging others to voice concerns to curb risky driving.
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Edgewood Road
Blairs Ferry Road
Blairs Ferry
Bottle bill advocates push for cleaner environment
Proponents urge passage of the bottle bill to reduce litter and boost recycling, arguing a cleaner environment benefits communities, wildlife, and public health through higher beverage container recovery.
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Robert Walters
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America
National Assessment of Educational Progress
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Vey
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Jefferson
By Anthony Lewis
San Francisco
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