Iowa weighs statewide disaster alert system plan
The Iowa legislature reviews a state disaster services proposal to expand mass emergency notifications from 53 to 99 counties at an estimated 400000. Local agencies would primarily trigger alerts with opt in options via phone email or social media while privacy concerns are discussed.
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Museum embraces family fun with Papier Francais exhibit
Cedar Rapids visitors enjoy a French themed day at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art for Papier Francais works on paper. Families learn ballet poses draw portraits make souvenir magnets and watch a guest chef demonstration. The exhibit opens this Saturday and runs to May 25 with UI Community Credit Union sponsorship.
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Rettig seeks re election to Johnson County Board of Supervisors
Iowa City Democrat Janelle Rettig formally announces re election bid for the Johnson County Board of Supervisors where she chairs the five member board. She cites progress including a reserve policy a finance department infrastructure upgrades and a sustainability plan plus unfinished projects like a five year road and maintenance plan and voter approved conservation bond. Primary June nominees advance to November. Rettig 48 lives in Iowa City with husband Robin Butler.
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