Space Station Privatization Plans Surface in Budget Talk
The White House aims to end direct federal support for the International Space Station after 2024 and privatize operations through private industry, while NASA studies life extension to 2028 or beyond. The move faces opposition from lawmakers and aerospace firms who warn it could jeopardize international partnerships and U.S. leadership in space.
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Fire destroys three downtown Vinton businesses
Fire officials say Thursday blaze at Michael & Dowd Furniture and Appliances spread to Clingman Pharmacy and Fischer Law Firm. Basements remained burning due to collapsed roof debris, delaying extinguishment. Debris removal and wall demolitions completed as investigators continue probing cause. Power restored and streets set to reopen after cleanup.
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Iowans see mental health system in crisis in poll
The Des Moines Register and Media Com Iowa Poll finds nearly 75 percent of Iowans view the state mental health system as a crisis or big problem. Thirty-five percent call it a crisis and 38 percent a big problem, with child welfare also a major concern at 20 percent crisis and 38 percent big problem.
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