Skorton praises UI and Iowa regents amid Cornell move
Former University of Iowa president David Skorton, now at Cornell, says he left Iowa with positive feelings about the university and state. He dismisses tensions as rumors and will speak at an Iowa City Chamber event January 30, reflecting on his 26 years with the UI and regents.
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Iowa considers gas tax hike and bonds to aid recovery
Iowa leaders, facing recession and disaster damages, weigh state options to spur rebuilding. Gov. Culver and the 83rd General Assembly look at infrastructure funding, potential gas tax increases, bonds, and fees alongside anticipated federal aid and stimulus.
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The Floods of 2008 End Alliant Steam Deal
Alliant Energy will not rebuild the Sixth Street Generating Station after a flood. Major steam customers balked at 10 year contracts needed to restart the plant, leaving Mercy Medical Center and others seeking alternatives while the system’s future remains unresolved.
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Little Joe and Uncle Ed Reunite After WWII Bonds
In 1945 a hat by soldiers funded a new home for nine year old Little Joe Page after he lost his father in the war. Ed Bernacki from Akron joined the Philippines campaign and adopted Little Joe as a mascot until they reunited 63 years later, sharing memories of wartime hunger and friendship.
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