Library moves to new Van Horne location
Van Horne Public Library begins a move to a new building next door on Saturday, marking a new chapter for the community. The relocation accompanies ongoing programs and a continued emphasis on access to books and services for local residents.
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Iowa Falls Short in 79 74 Loss to Wisconsin
No. 15 Iowa could not finish off a late lead against No. 18 Wisconsin, yielding a 79-74 setback on Saturday. Wisconsin built momentum late as Iowa failed to protect its edge and drop the game in a key conference clash.
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Food banks seek funds as Iowa lawmakers split on support
Iowa food bank leaders work with partners to boost volunteers and donations while state funding for the next fiscal year remains uncertain. Des Moines lawmakers debate increasing support as Gov Branstad omits funding in this year's budget after previously proposing a $1 million state match with private raises in 2013.
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Voters weigh renewed PPEL levy for Linn-Mar district
The Linn-Mar Community School District faces a April 1 vote on a ten year renewal of its Physical Plant and Equipment Levy to start July 1 2015. The levy at 1.34 dollars per thousand valued property raised 2.44 million in 2014. officials say funds fund refurbishing and repairs. Superintendent Katie Mulholland notes the money stays in a restricted fund. Three years earlier voters boosted the rate from 67 cents to 1.34.
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Iowa PPEL rules cap use to maintenance and upgrades
PPEL dollars may fund facilities technology and transportation upkeep. No salaries or benefits. Boards may approve up to 0.33 per $1,000. voters may add up to 1.34 per $1,000. Voter PPELs last up to 10 years and require renewal. In fiscal 2014, 103 of 346 Iowa districts had voter PPELs. Source: Iowa Department of Education
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Supreme Court to reexamine protest lines at clinics
Abortion foes gather weekly outside a Mountain View Planned Parenthood as the Supreme Court weighs limits on protests near clinics. The case revisits balancing First Amendment rights with patients and staff seeking quiet, with Eleanor McCullen-like figures cited in debates on buffer zones.
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