Record Snow Needed To Break Nebraska Drought Woes
Parched soil in Nebraska faces drought relief only with massive snowfall. Experts warn eight feet or more may be required to restore soil moisture, with 150 inches deemed unlikely. Firefighters, utilities, and farmers fear continued drought into spring.
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Iowa Secretary of State pushes voter citizenship proof rules
Hearing today addresses Schultz plan to purge non citizens from rolls with 30 day notices and 30 day appeals. Critics say rules target Latino immigrants and threaten voting rights while ACLU and LULAC oppose, arguing legislative approval needed before rule can take effect.
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Iowa tax receipts up 9.1 percent in first half of fiscal year
State tax collections through December rose 9.1 percent from the prior year driven by unusual December processing days. Personal income tax withholding spiked 14.7 percent while corporate income tax rose 12.8 percent and sales use.tax climbed 3.6 percent. Weather and federal policy uncertainties keep outlook cautious despite the solid start.
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