Lawsuit Dropped Over Slot Machine Expansion at Prairie Meadows
The Southern Iowa Gaming Co. withdrew a Clarke County suit aimed at blocking 336 new slot machines at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona. Regulators said Osceola Lakeside Casino would still profit, with Lakeside’s consultant noting Osceola’s strong revenue prospects.
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Cedar Rapids CourtSentences Marked for Meth and Firearms
In Cedar Rapids U S District Court actions include Earl Edward McDanniel jailed 11 1/2 years for escape and felon in possession of firearms after search found two guns ammo and paraphernalia. Hambly receives 84 months for conspiracy to manufacture meth and related distribution. Joseph Michael Blount gets 4 1/2 years for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and marijuana with a four year supervision.
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New Medical Clinic Opens at Sapp Bros Truck Stop
COUNCIL BLUFFS AP A new clinic inside Sapp Bros truck stop offers minor medical care physicals and checkups Artel Medical Center says it is reaching out to an underserved population Truck drivers have a hard time keeping appointments and locating a clinic on the road said manager Dan Determan
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Teachers pay in Iowa under study as districts seek new model
In DES MOINES AP reports teachers supplement income with part time work and extra duties. The piece notes average salaries around 29 995 to 34 927 nationally and that officials seek to overhaul a seniority based pay system. A state study panel will propose changes next month.
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HDL Cholesterol Study Seeks Participants at University of Iowa
Men and women aged 18 to 80 with low HDL levels are invited to join a 24 week study comparing an investigational medicine to placebo. The trial will measure safety and effects on raising HDL cholesterol with compensation provided. Call University of Iowa Lipid Research Clinic at 19-335-6677 or 1-800-887-6917 for details and a cholesterol check.
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Vilsack Named NGA Natural Resources Committee Chair
Gov. Tom Vilsack was elected chair of the National Governors Association natural resources committee at the group’s Pennsylvania meeting. He will oversee three policy committees and plans a national conference for farmers, business, environmental groups and industry representatives.
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