Branstad floats tax shift for Iowa water trust fund
The Gazette notes Governor Branstad proposes extending the one cent state sales tax beyond 2029 with three eighths to the Iowa Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund and five eighths to education. Critics say timing lacks specifics and accountability, urging a faster, transparent plan with measurable outcomes.
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Terry Branstad
Iowa
Branstad
Urbandale
Iowa Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund
Iowa Department of Agriculture
Community letters question Trump tax filings and votes
A reader voices concern that Donald Trump may have not filed or paid federal income taxes in recent years and laments media coverage. The writer argues a candidate who lacks financial support to the country should not receive votes.
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Donald Trump
Mark Huston
Wellman
Marion cooling center and city life beat the heat
The Marion Public Library remains the official cooling center offering free programs including summer reading and movies for all ages. Visitors can read view listen and use technology in study rooms or shaded benches while about 1 000 people pass through daily. Nearby spots include The Freeze and Parlor City ice cream shops and Wits End for cold beverages.
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the Gazette
Marion
Marion Public Library
Wit’s End
Jo Pearson
Pokemon Go and Parent Warnings Stir Debate Over Kids Going Out
Lenore Skenazy notes fears about predators and safety warnings tied to Pokemon Go while acknowledging the app drives outdoor play. She mocks overprotective coverage and argues kids should enjoy outdoor activity with sensible awareness.
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Missouri
CBS
NBC
San Francisco
England
Mom
Nuns on the Bus visit Iowa volunteers at DNC outreach
Two Iowa sisters from Dubuque travel with a nationwide advocacy bus, handing out lemonade and pledge cards to promote mending gaps and reweaving society. They describe lobbying in Washington and touring 15 states while focusing on economic fairness and social services.
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Iowa Media
Iowa
Marge Clark
Richelle Friedman
Dubuque
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Clark
Network
Clarke University
Friedman
Farley
Coalition On Human Needs
Regis High School
Cedar Rapids
Congress
Philadelphia
DNC
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