Editorial: AEA overhaul rush risks disruption and hidden plans
The Gazette argues against rushing Iowa AEA reforms. Gov. Reynolds proposes shrinking AEAs and shifting control to the state, prompting backlash from educators and families. Lawmakers vow amendments with little transparency, risking service loss and closures without broad consensus.
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Community Letter on Lymphedema Awareness and Medicare Coverage
A reader advocates for better lymphedema education and public awareness. He notes Medicare coverage for compression garments began Jan 1, cites limited medical training on diagnosis, and shares personal experience with secondary lymphedema from obesity cancer treatments and trauma. He plans outreach in the 2nd Congressional District.
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Toronto bans tobogganing spark slippery-slope debate
Lenore Skenazy notes Toronto restricts tobogganing on 465 hills citing hazards while offering 27 approved hills. critics call rules overprotective and culturally diminishing winter recreation. officials warn of safety and legal concerns and advise supervision and hazard checks.
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Rob Brown
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Catholic Schools Week Spotlight at Xavier High School
Chris McCarville senior from Cedar Rapids Xavier High School champions Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week. He notes ESA funding with 7635 per student fully covers tuition this year across Xavier Catholic Schools, highlighting Jesus Christ as central to school life and a safe in person learning post pandemic.
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Iowa
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