Iowa man sues Boy Scouts over alleged past abuse in Des Moines
A Polk County suit filed Friday names the Boy Scouts of America and Mid-Iowa Council along with former scoutmaster Kenneth L. Newell. The plaintiff alleges abuse at ages 12 and 13 in 1977 or 1978 in a West Des Moines troop. The man seeks redress for sexual abuse, emotional distress, negligence and fraud.
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University of Iowa climbing wall to reopen with stricter rules
The University of Iowa plans to reopen its climbing and bouldering walls after a 30 foot fall by a student on November 8. Risk management officials mandate staff training waivers, retesting for all users, new camera coverage, and a separate orientation for bouldering.
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Board probes busine ss and military path to district leaders
Iowa officials will reexamine a proposal allowing nonteachers to become superintendents, with a March work session to discuss requirements for preliminary licenses and three years of additional coursework for professional status. A prior tabled vote prompted cautious review.
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Des Moines
State Board of Educational Examiners
Iowa
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