Cat explosion feared as flood leftovers shelter strays
In Cedar Rapids flood districts abandoned homes in Time Check and surrounding areas harbor stray cats that breed and form colonies. Shelters such as the Cedar Valley Humane Society warn of a spring uptick in the cat population while dogs are less visible and less affected.
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Cloned Horses Offer Window Into DNA and Talent
The New Jersey owners froze Gem Twist’s skin, later cloning a healthy five month old Gemini that shares the Olympic champion’s DNA. Vet scientists question how much Gemini inherits Gem Twist’s grace and power as cloning grows in horses and racing rules vary by discipline. Researchers like Katrin Hinrichs of Texas A&M note horses present complex behavior and athletic traits to study.
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State government budget plan amid tax revenue squeeze
Iowa lawmakers brace for Gov. Culver’s budget as slumping revenues challenge the year. Senate leader Gronstal says budget talks start midweek with July 1 as the new fiscal year. A flood recovery bill would allocate 56 million from the emergency fund for disaster rebuilding.
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Stimulus plan faces GOP clash over school funding scope
Democrats push to use the economic recovery package to fund long term K 12 initiatives and No Child Left Behind fully, while Republicans warn of a permanent federal expansion. Critics call plans political, not temporary relief, as debate unfolds on Capitol Hill.
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