A better way to ensure open access to records and meetings
The Gazette argues for a state public information board to interpret open meetings and records laws, arbitrate disputes, and enforce compliance with fines. The proposal aims to reduce costly court action, expand access for all Iowans, and urge legislators to authorize the board despite cost and opposition.
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Iowa Freedom of Information Council
Sunday Gazette
Iowa
Iowa Foi Council
Iowa Newspaper Association
Public Information Board
Information Board
Senate
Iowa sports and policy notes from Cedar Rapids and Des Moines
A reader defends girls athletics during the national anthem and promotes a Wells Fargo Arena event pairing Iowa, Iowa State, Northern Iowa, and Drake with academic showcases. The letter also attacks opposition to speed cameras, urges passage of Senate File 54 for Lake Macbride boating rules, and urges NRC action amid criticism of Rep. Mascher.
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Wells Fargo Arena
Des Moines
University of Iowa
Iowa State University
University of Northern Iowa
Drake University
Iowa
Senate
Cottage Reserve
Mary Mascher
Macbride
Big Creek Lake
Mascher
NRC
Joseph Carpenter
Cedar Rapids
President's plan for an economy built to last
In his State of the Union address the president outlines a path to revive American manufacturing and energy, train 2 million workers, reform unemployment into re employment, and expand renewable energy while ending subsidies to oil. He emphasizes skills, education, and fair play to sustain economic growth and national strength.
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State of the Union
Dence
China
America
Branstad Plan Tosses Back to 100 Years in Teacher Prep
The Iowa education reform package includes a $25 million push to recruit top teachers and even a 3.0 GPA cut for alternative pathways. Critics say the GPA gate is illogical and disconnected from a broader reform strategy. They note conflicts with No Child Left Behind waiver talks and questions about valuing nontraditional paths and professional experience.
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Iowa
Terry Branstad
House
Department of Ed
Senate
Mike Gronstal
Jason Glass
Glass
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