Iowa bankruptcy rate climbs amid mortgage, credit card distress
Iowa ranks 34th nationally in bankruptcy filings with 3.41 per 1000 residents in 2009, up from 2.67 in 2008. Veterans like Cedar Rapids retiree John Lightfoot describe debt from credit cards and medical expenses, while lenders struggle to handle mortgage issues post 2008 floods.
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Council sticks with debate over library site options
Iowa City council members weighed options for a $45 million library and a potential Intermodal Transit Facility. Emerald Knights, True North, and downtown library sites were discussed with attention to cost, parking, and access to I 380. some members urged broader planning and coordination with city facilities.
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Iowa Lawmakers Face Gay Rights Rallies as Session Opens
Openings week rallies by groups on both sides of same sex marriage color the session. One Iowa plans a Red Blue Purple fundraiser in Des Moines. LUV Iowa vows a Capitol rally ahead of Gov Culver's Condition of the State address. Leaders hope debate stays focused on jobs and health care.
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Credits Plan Faces Criticism From Gov Culver
The proposal would add about 55 million in 2011 and 106 million in 2012 in available revenue if adopted. Sen Joe Bolkcom noted no major disagreements and hopes for support, while Dave Roederer of the Iowa Chamber Alliance questioned the message to business and industry about incentives. Contact: (515) 422-9061, chareby aol.com.
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