Iowa bids come in under estimates for stimulus projects
Iowa DOT reports federal and I-JOBS bids are on average several million below projected costs boosting project count. Department director Nancy Richardson notes savings allow more work while a legislator suggests diverting funds to non transportation uses.
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James Q. Lynch
Des Moines
Iowa
Department of Transportation
Ulus
Nancy Richardson
DOT
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Civilian toll rises as US apologizes for Helmand strike
Afghan officials report twelve civilians killed when U S rockets hit a house in Helmand province amid a major offensive. ISAF suspended rocket use pending review as U S casualties pass 900 in the Afghanistan conflict per AP count.
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McClatchy
Kabul
Afghanistan
U.S
Helmand
International Security Assistance Force
Ier
Afghan child and British patrol in Nad Ali district scene
Afghan children watch as a British soldier patrols Sunday in Qari Sahib village, Nad Ali district, Helmand province, in southern Afghanistan.
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Qari Sahib
Nad Ali
Helmend
Afghanistan
Chocolate in pill form risks stealing indulgence
Seattle's Theo chocolate owner Andy McShea aims to counter the trend of chocolate sold as health pills. Purified cacao capsules and fiber-enhanced bars draw buyers seeking health perks, potentially diluting the pleasure of chocolate. McShea plans to emphasize taste and enjoyment in contrast to pill form offerings.
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McClatchy
Seattle
Fremont
Wash
Andy McShea
Project to Clean Up Clear Creek Inches Forward
The Clear Creek Watershed Enhancement Project shows progress as water quality improves since its share. Leaders say the stream feeding the Iowa River at Coralville is cleaner and visibly clearer, with reduced pollution and fewer concerns about contact with the water. The group, sponsored by Johnson County Soil and Water Conservation District, coordinates agencies to curb bank trenching, silt buildup, farm chemical runoff, and livestock waste.
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Brian Bay
the Gazett
Clear Creek
Coralville
Deer Creek Road
Conroy
Ie Gazette
Oralville
Iowa River
Son County
Early claims put pressure on Social Security
Washington faces growing Social Security strains as 2009 added over 2.7 million new beneficiaries, a 20 percent rise from 2008, prompted by recession and aging baby boomers. Officials warn a cash-flow deficit looms by 2016 as retirement surges and higher unemployment push early claims.
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McClatchy
Washington
Richard Johnson
The
Urban Institute
Johnson
Social Security Trust Fund
Arlie Collins
Greensboro
Collins
Social Security
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