Branstad defends health care tax amid budget disputes
Gov. Terry Branstad rejected Democratic criticism of his health care tax plan noting lawmakers must face tough budget choices. He argued the plan leverages federal Medicaid funds and funds higher reimbursements while reducing the deficit, despite opposition from health groups and ethics wrangling in the Legislature.
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Kemp Says Harkin Campaign Helps Bush In Iowa
In Des Moines AP dispatch Kemp and Branstad said Harkin's campaign eases GOP chances by keeping Democrats away. Kemp predicted Bush will campaign heavily before November while Branstad noted Harkin's presence costs Iowa Democrats money and organization. The party skipped a GOP caucus straw poll as Buchanan and Duke offer limited races in the state.
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City Story Times And Community Events Roundup
Cedar Rapids Public Library offers Story Times for preschool and first grade today at 9:15 in the West Side branch and 10:30 in the Kenwood branch, plus 10:30 Wednesday in the downtown Little Gallery with a theme Letter N. Other items include Make-A-Wish speaker Gary Spears at First Presbyterian Church Tuesday, St. Luke's Optitrim weight program beginning Feb 25, cholesterol checks Feb 14-15, stress management workshops Feb 12, and Optifast weight program sessions starting Feb 13 and 27 with free consults. Various local notices for tours, florist specials, home improvements, medical plans, bingo events, and community activities follow.
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Local Ad Highlights Many Offers And Events
A collage of ads lists services from Joens Construction and Michael Zmoos Chiropractic to Elk’s Bingo and recreation commission officers. Community notices include health talks at Downtown Kiwanis, travel promotions, beauty and tanning services, window coverings, carpenters, florists, and massagers with contact numbers and dates for upcoming events and sales.
Marion Davids Restaurant Valentine Weekend Specials
Advertisement lists specials for steak and tiger shrimp, prime rib, and more with reservations at 373-0414. Also promotes Hart Tax Service electronic filing for faster refunds at 373-1591 and Siding and Insulation by eh Warner Brothers since 1953 in Marion at 377-5573.
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ISU Model Maps CEBA Grant Benefits Across Iowa
Iowa State University economist Dan Otto developed an input-output model for the states CEBA program to measure true economic benefits. The model shows job creation beyond the initial 100, detailing 62 additional positions across services manufacturing induced trade and other sectors and indicating $38.1 million in CEBA grants funded 287 projects generating 24,800 jobs.
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Iowa State University
Iowa Department of Economic Development
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