Rettig Wins Special Vote to Return as Johnson Supervisor
Democrat Anelle Rettig won the Johnson County Board of Supervisors special election with 58 percent of the vote amid low turnout 9 708 ballots cast 10 99 percent. Lori Cardella 39 percent Jim Knapp 3 percent. Rettig succeeds late Larry Meyers and faces potential June primary challenges.
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Last material witnesses released from Agriprocessors case
Eight illegal immigrants designated as material witnesses in the Agriprocessors case were released from testimonial obligations by a federal judge. The witnesses, tied to Brent Beebe, a former Agriprocessors supervisor who pled guilty to conspiracy to commit document fraud, were not in federal custody and had temporary work permits. Deportation timelines remain unclear as officials note no tracking of witnesses by criminal cases.
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City Hires Firm for Police Union Talks in North Liberty
North Liberty votes to hire Cedar Rapids firm Ray & Associates Inc to conduct contract negotiations with the new police officers’ union. Gary Ray chosen for an estimated 18000 over three years. Formal contract to be reviewed Jan 26. second candidate William Sueppel withdrew.
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Iowa City Council to cut franchise fee to 1 percent
After a late night session Mayor Matt Hayek announced unanimous support to reduce the franchise fee on electric and gas utilities from 2 percent to 1 percent. The updated rate is expected to generate 840000 for nine firefighters and six police hires, offsetting sales tax changes for taxed entities while exempt groups like the University of Iowa will pay the fee.
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Brain Oxygen Boosting Secret Energizes Mind and Memory
A brain research university reports testing a memory pill that claims to reclaim 10 to 15 years of cognitive decline. The formula Procern AVH combines acetyl L arnitine hyperzine and vinpocetine, marketed with rapid focus and memory gains and a risk free trial offer.
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