New Linn County Care Facility chief slows changes
Roger Larson takes the helm at the 200 bed Linn County Care Facility promising to analyze problems before recommending changes. The new director, 34 and a former administrator in Minnesota, aims to learn operations and community services while improving staff training and the facility image. He will live on site until relocation.
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Larson Care Facility Director Eyes Linn County Move
Roger Larson, director of a Twin Cities care facility, plans to analyze problems before recommending changes. He will move with his three children Jennifer Eric and Andrew, after leaving his post to pursue new challenges in Linn County. Larson, a Monona native and Luther College alumnus, previously led Lake Owasso Residence in Shoreview, Minnesota since June 1978 amid state citations and a near closure.
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Linn County to start periodic inspections of licensed day care
Linn County Health Board may begin periodic inspections of licensed child care centers under Iowa law. Officials cite Johnson County as the first in the state to inspect Day care centers after reports of abuse. Draft ordinance to be presented February 27. board reelects Rita Huber as chair and names James Boddicker and Diane Krivo officers.
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Roving Afghan Caught After 14 Hour City Chase
A stray Afghan hound eluded city animal control for two months then was captured after a 14 hour pursuit on the southwest side of the city. Officers shot tranquilizer pellets, some penetrating, and the dog was found near J Street and 18th Avenue SW awaiting veterinary check for adoptability.
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C R man charged in woman's stabbing case
Perry H. Harris, 36, of 1630 Texas Ave NE, Waterloo, was arrested and charged with willful injury in Cedar Rapids connected to the stabbing of Denise Morgan, 29, at 1000 Eighth St SE. Morgan, a former girlfriend, was treated and released from UI Hospitals Iowa City. Harris held in Linn County Jail.
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Central City tightens sewer charges for private water users
City Council amended the code to bill sewer fees on private water users connected to the city sewer. Violations carry up to 30 days in jail or a 100 dollar fine per month. Three residents with private wells may keep a 6 dollar monthly fee. The city also plans biannual inspections of the Wapsi Bridge at an estimated 350 dollars.
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Linn County
Man Threatens Self and Holds Police at Bay
A 30 year old man threatened to shoot himself inside a house on 10th Street NE and held police at bay for a short time. Seven units surrounded the home before officers talked him out of a upstairs room. A loaded rifle and shotgun were found and the man was admitted to St Luke's Hospital psychiatric ward.
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