Culver Becomes Iowa First Lady as Governing Role Grows
Mari Culver, wife of Iowa Secretary of State Chet Culver, shifts toward a public role as first lady elect. She plans to advocate for shelters, helped select inauguration charities and entertainment, while balancing motherhood and a part time law career ahead of moving to Terrace Hill.
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UI Health System plan sparks broader clinic integration
The University of Iowa outlines a new health system extending cooperation across UI clinics and University Hospitals aiming to simplify billing and improve access. Officials expect cross management, potential new clinics, and standard practices to boost performance amid a changing health care market.
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First Day Swearing In Highlights Iowa Legislature
New lawmakers begin the session with cautious learning as they settle seats and form early relationships. Senators Heckroth Schmitz Hogg and Wenthe share first impressions and the ceremonial rhythm of the opening day.
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Vilsack bids fond farewell as he exits Iowa governor post
Iowa Governor Vilsack delivers an eighth and final Condition of the State address amid cheers. He reflects on two terms, energy goals, health care, education, and his hope for Culver's administration while noting the comfort of parking and plans to drive a new hybrid.
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Capitol Digest: Iowa lawmakers certify 2006 election results
On Monday January 8 the Iowa General Assembly met in joint convention to certify the 2006 gubernatorial race. Democrat Chet Culver won with 569 021 votes and Jim Nussle received 467 425. The session also started a 17 percent pay raise for legislators.
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Quote of the day on irony from Vilsack as he leaves office
The quote compares a lottery winner told they have four days to live to the Democratic takeover of the Statehouse. The item invites readers to weigh in by contacting their Iowa legislator and directs to GazetteOnline.com under Expanded Coverage.
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Free train service to inaugural events in Iowa City
Des Moines and Iowa City will be linked by a free passenger train, the Inaugural Special, for the Culver Judge inauguration events. The service is a joint effort by Iowa Interstate Railroad BNSF Railroad and the Iowa Association of Railroad Passengers to offer energy efficient transport to the Old Capitol Kickoff Reception and Tour and the One Iowa Gala at Hancher Auditorium featuring Al Green.
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Inauguration Special Train Free Tickets Offered Des Moines
Free Inauguration Special train invites riders to board at 12 30 p m from the former Rock Island Depot in Des Moines with stops in Newton Grinnell and Marengo to pickup passengers. Des Moines to Iowa City return occurs about 30 minutes after the Hancher Auditorium event ends. Passenger cars are donated by BNSF and Iowa Interstate Railroad with locomotive power and crews. CEO Dennis Miller credits Iowa support for the line.
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