Keep inspecting pools while it is simply a recommendation
The editorial questions Branstad’s plan to scrap the state pool inspection program, noting it cost $108,000 to operate in 1991 with $125,000 in receipts and arguing inspections safeguard health and safety. It suggests counties or a centralized team could absorb or consolidate duties to reduce duplication while preserving vital services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terry Branstad
Fisher Committee
Branstad
Department of Public Health
Smith defends federal funds role amid Iowa budget strains
The piece defends Rep Neal Smith as he urges federal matching money while Iowa struggles to pay bills and faces a projected $200 million shortfall. It blames state spending and revenue policy under Gov Terr Branstad and the Legislature for failing to back a $2 million Iowa State University project in Ames.
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Neal Smith
Washington
Iowa
Smith
Tee
Iowa State University
Ames
Terry Branstad
Just Say No Isn’t Enough We Must Build Youth Supports
A reflection on generational views, the influence of images, and how elders’ mixed messages shape teen behavior. The piece argues for three core reforms: build skills to say no, nurture self esteem, and foster community support through leadership from youth, families, schools, and clinicians.
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Keeling
Bishop Dingman remembered as a hero and mentor
Rev Norm White recalls Bishop Maurice Dingman as a compassionate hospital chaplain and rural life advocate in Dubuque His work on soul erosion and a new Moses to lead farmers from hardship defined his lasting influence Despite illness he remained an inspiration to local clergy and the Archdiocese of Dubuque
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Mount St. Bernard Seminary
Dubuque
Mercy Hospital
Davenport
Jesus
Archdiocese of Dubuque
Moses
Dingman
Norm White
Rural Life Office
Archdiocese of
Cinderella sells out as Cedar Rapids Children's Theatre shines
The Jan 22 25 Cinderella directed by Robert Gender at Jefferson High School drew record crowds in the 40 year history of Children's Theatre. An extra Pinocchio added for April 11 at 3 30 p m at Washington High School brings total shows to eight April 8 11. Season continues with plays offered by Cedar Rapids high schools and a volunteer board. Tickets available at box office and via Cityline 363 7000 PLAY 7529.
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Robert Gender
Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids
Washington High School
Comment on Tyson Trial Sparks Rape Victim Advocacy Debate
The writer criticizes advocates for turning verdicts into a scoreboard. They argue justice requires fair trials not victory margins and warn against releasing innocent people to “even the count.” They affirm Tyson’s guilt but urge restraint in framing cases as wins or losses.
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Mike Tyson
Diane Funk
Iowa City
Pornography Victims Compensation Act supporters push against First Amendment concerns
The editorial and supporters argue the act targets obscenity and child pornography, not protected speech. They contend the bill enables civil suits by victims against producers and distributors whose illegal materials substantially cause sexual violence, while noting Supreme Court rulings exclude obscenity and child pornography from First Amendment protection.
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Supreme Court
America
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