Iowa Faces Third Prison Plan Amid Parole Debate
Gov Branstad backs three prison beds and a no parole rule for violent criminals while lawmakers split on funding. Senate leaders discuss reopening Fort Madison beds and potential new facilities as community programs are urged to handle overcrowding. House GOP backs expansion, death penalty not likely to return.
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Marquette Elects Vick as Mayor Amid Riverboat Turmoil
In Marquette Iowa voters backed Vick a prevention specialist at Substance Abuse Services Inc to lead the city amid a riverboat casino era that boosted the budget from 200000 to one million dollars. Critics raise concerns about an audit and handling of funds while supporters credit her professionalism and willingness to learn from past leaders.
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