Iowa lawmakers eye sale of up to 10 gambling licenses
Des Moines Iowa lawmakers may consider selling as many as 10 new gambling licenses for ten million dollars each. A House subcommittee will unveil the initial gambling bill at noon. Leaders expect the plan to include about 20 points with location choices possibly left to the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission.
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Gazette
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Sioux City
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Urbandale
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Gold rush as high prices draw Iowa investors
Gold prices near 20 year highs spark local interest. Prices climbed to 400 per ounce in November and rose to 405.75 on Wednesday. Coin shop owners report strong buying in late 2003 as residents cash in coins amid economic downturn.
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Gazette
Middle East
Fanton
Salt warning prompts new nutrient guidelines
The Institute of Medicine released a report urging Americans to cut sodium to 1,500 milligrams daily and double potassium to 4,700 milligrams. It says most salt comes from processed foods and rejects the eight-glass-water rule, noting fluids come from common beverages.
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Gold prices rise on fresh investor interest says Fanton
Fanton notes annual average gold prices climbed in November 2001 as investor interest surged. The coin shop focuses on collectible coins but also buys and sells modern gold coins minted mainly by GOLD.
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Jim Slosiarek
the Gazette
Brian Fanton
Hiawatha
Fanton
Orice
Greenspan warns deficits threaten economy despite gains
Fed chief Alan Greenspan cautioned that mounting budget deficits could threaten the U.S. economy even as he noted impressive gains. He told Congress the deficit could pose near term difficulties, while the stock market cheered as the Dow rose to 10 737.70 on upbeat data and expectations for rate policy.
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Bush
Gap in wages widens amid slack job market
The report shows most U S workers earned less or stagnated last year with bottom earners hardest hit. The 90th to 10th percentile gap widens, reflecting tech-driven skill premiums and reduced bargaining power for the less skilled amid ongoing immigration.
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David R. Francis Chitian Guience
U.S
Wage Gap Shifts Income In U S Top vs Bottom Ten
Data from Economic Policy Institute shows the top 10 percent earning about 3.75 to 4.7 times the bottom 10 percent in weekly wages with averages around 1,419 dollars for top earners and 302 dollars for bottom earners. Analysts point to offshore outsourcing and declining union strength as ongoing factors shaping this divergence. Ann Owen of Hamilton College notes persistent forces and suggests future trends remain uncertain.
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Economic Policy Institute
Shocking TV Tips Offer Help for Friends in Legal Trouble
A television program offers guidance for viewers on supporting friends facing legal issues. The segment outlines practical steps, emphasizes seeking legal aid, and encourages nonjudgmental, proactive aid while avoiding sensationalism.
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