Talks Delay Meskwaki Policing Contract
Meskwaki efforts to form a tribal police and court slow negotiations on a law enforcement contract with Tama County. Sheriff Kucera faces staffing and funding pressures as the last agreement expired. Meskwaki leaders seek costs aligned to services and envision future mutual aid arrangements.
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Council considers paid facilitator for veterans commission
The council will hire Martha Aldridge of Clear Lines for 3000 to assess issues between the council and the veterans commission. A first phase report will be based on interviews with current and former council and commission members and veterans, guiding decisions on a possible second phase and recommendations.
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Spirit Lake man pleads guilty in infant death
Spirit Lake man Kory Klaassen pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and neglect of a dependent person in the death of his infant Kyler, seeking to avoid first‑degree murder. Sentencing set for Oct. 1 in Dickinson County District Court. he faces up to 20 more years. Kyler died after a 17 month coma. Klaassen previously convicted in 1999 for shaking his son.
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Cedar Rapids approves Rafoth Sheet Metal for two roof projects
Cedar Rapids school board awards the roof replacement contracts for Franklin and McKinley middle schools to Rafoth Sheet Metal at 440,301 low bid. Insurance will cover most costs with 15,832 out of pocket. repairs delayed until next summer due to ongoing bond-related construction and other storm damage)
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Puppies ready for adoption as couple prepares for family
Stacie and James plan to raise a family and move to Cedar Rapids after a job interview in Marion. Moontears delivered four days before their move with four puppies eight weeks old already. They will worm, vaccinate, and sell each for 30 dollars and seek good homes. Call Stacie at 390-3863.
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High risk sex offender charged with indecent contact
Cedar Rapids police say Santiago Sanchez a 36 year old resident of 928 12th St NE is charged with indecent contact with three children on McLoud Run Trail near 4 30 p m Wednesday July 18 He allegedly hugged and touched two 13 year old girls and a 9 year old boy The offender listed on the Iowa Sex Offender Registry was arrested Friday and held on 6500 bond Parks workers identified him from recent sightings and helped direct investigators Sanchez convicted in 1996 for third degree sexual abuse involving a 14 year old girl
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Linn County
Rural water project faces voter decision next spring
Door to door surveys in Rowley Aurora and surrounding rural areas show support for a rural water system with estimated monthly bills from 25 to 45 dollars. Eligibility for Stanley Masonville Quasqueton cited from census and survey data with funding prospects shaping a potential spring vote. Dorman Otte of USDA Rural Development urges communities to consider opportunities when they arise.
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