Regents may lift Iowa tuition freeze with 3 percent rise
Iowa Board of Regents proposes a 3 percent tuition increase for spring 2016, ending the fall 2012 freeze. Full-time resident undergraduates would see about $100 more per year, with part-time students charged pro rata. Current fall tuition remains $6,678 at Iowa and $6,648 at Iowa State and Northern Iowa.
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Decorah eagles webcam creator Bob Anderson dies at 64
Bob Anderson founder and director of the Raptor Resource Project died Monday at 64. He led efforts to save peregrine falcons from extinction and reintroduce them to the Mississippi River bluffs. His Internet nest camera brought a global view of the Decorah eagles to wildlife lovers.
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Raptor Researcher Honored by Falcon Reference
Jon Stravers recalls Bob Anderson in noting how a falcon over the Mississippi River evokes memories. The remark reflects the enduring influence of Anderson on raptor study and local birding culture.
Cedar Rapids OKs hiring four police officers amid camera funding fight
Cedar Rapids moves forward with adding four police officers after a temporary spending freeze to review traffic camera revenue. The city and Iowa Department of Transportation remain in court over I 380 speed camera placement as related funding is debated.
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Bird flu relief aids poultry as states rebuild stocks
Poultry and egg producers rebuild stocks with $700 million in federal aid sent to 21 states including Iowa. Officials warn about potential fall waves of bird flu. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack called the disaster unique as he visited Iowa for lessons.
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