Harkin takes wait-and-see stance on Espy probe
Des Moines, AP. Senator Tom Harkin says he will monitor the Espy investigation into possible free travel and lodging from Ion Foods Inc. The DOJ probes whether such gifts violate federal rules for entities the Agriculture Department oversees. Harkin urged due process and cautioned officials about ties to entities regulated by government agencies.
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Newton teen arrested in murder of 13 year old
A 13 year old Newton boy was charged with delinquency by murder in the shooting death of Timothy Gorball 13 in Newton. Gorball was found shot multiple times in his grandparents garage and the suspect was jailed in Chariton awaiting court.
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Ot tumwa Doctor Entering Governor Race for Natural Law Party
Ot tumwa physician Veronica Butler will announce her candidacy for governor on the Natural Law Party ticket. The party, formed two years ago in Fairfield at Maharishi International University, advocates transcendental meditation to cut crime and violence.
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Primary Rift Splits Iowa GOP After Tight Primary
Des Moines AP reports a fractured GOP as Governor Branstad and challenger Rep. Grandy refuse talks after a close victory. Grandy rejects reconciliation and warns of hard attacks. Democrats say Branstad faces trouble but Harkin cautions against underestimating him.
Clinton to attend Campbell fundraiser in Des Moines
Democratic gubernatorial nominee Bonnie Campbell plans a Washington hotel fund-raiser headlined by President Clinton to boost her campaign finances against Gov. Terry Branstad. The event, hosted by the Democratic Governors Association and party leaders, carries a suggested $1,000 per person contribution and could raise up to $150,000. Clinton will make a brief visit to the fundraiser, aiding Campbell's effort to narrow the fundraising gap before the general election.
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Treasurer says state can save on Clarinda prison financing
Iowa State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald told corrections officials that bonding the Clarinda prison through state borrowing could save about 1.17 million in interest. The Legislature had approved a 21 million prison project but left financing details open. Local backers proposed private borrowing and leasing to repay bonds, but Fitzgerald argued state bonds offer the lowest cost.
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