Culver's Iowa Expedition Aims to Harness Energy Promise
Governor Culver outlines a bold 21st century plan for Iowa during inauguration. He pledges to pursue renewable energy funding, raise wages, boost education, and advance civil rights while seeking a clear path to implementation and a state budget proposal.
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Linn County faces custodial shifts and budget strain
A reader letter critiques Linn County facilities changes from eight-hour lead supervisor roles to four and six-hour shifts with costly benefits. The author questions supervision timing, cites a $67 000 annual cost, and notes morale drop amid potential board oversight changes. The piece also labels local auditor Linda Langenberg and calls for leadership, policy review, and civic involvement.
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Recycling ideas to save money in Cedar Rapids
Sally Wilson proposes city wide changes to curb waste costs including free additional Yardys for leaf pickup and year long brown bag use. She suggests a mechanized Garby can for heavy lifting and even a red Garby color with larger size for efficiency, funded by savings.
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Sally Wilson
Cedar Rapids
McCain urges larger U S force in Iraq security push
Special to the Washington Post recounts Sen. John McCain's call for a substantial and sustained troop surge in Iraq. He argues more forces would allow the government to impose its rule, hold cleared areas, protect civilians, and press militias to disarm while pursuing reconciliation and reconstruction.
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Iraq
Baghdad
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Anbar
Congress
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