House ethics unit to probe Wright
The House ethics committee will conduct a preliminary inquiry into allegations that Speaker James Wright violated conflict of interest rules in his finances. The panel of six Democrats and six Republicans voted unanimously to proceed. Wright said the charges are politically motivated and pledged cooperation.
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Community festival schedule lines and parades listed
A jumble of local festival items and events for today and Sunday includes the Sesquicentennial Summer Toy Festival North Liberty Fun Days Norway Quasquicentennial Kingston Hill Social Ice Cream and Centennial Celebration Tetes des Morts Days St Donatus and a Coder Trail Riders Club Horse Show at the fairground with horse racing and a municipal band concert at Ellis Park plus a parade by Manchester Shriners in progress.
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Seed corn commercials filmed in Lone Tree area
About 30 farmers and seed corn dealers including Pam Brown will star in commercials for New Northrup King. Filming takes place this week in the Lone Tree area.
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Pam Brown
New Northrup King
Lone Tree
Banana Peel Attracts Lawyers In Witty Index Note
An index item humorously links healthy eating with legal concerns noting that apples keep doctors away while a banana peel tends to attract a pair of lawyers. The quip plays on common sayings and legal satire.
Hadley Faces Up to Twenty Five Years in Bank Embezzlement Case
Hadley 41 pleads guilty to stealing 1.1 million from John Deere Credit Union in Waterloo and a passport fraud. Prosecutors seek prison. defense hopes for probation with restitution of 250000 to 350000 raised with help from family. Lewellyn says he may contact Hadley or attorney to offer insights.
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Honey Creek Friends Church
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Lewellyn
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Chicago
Iowa
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Reynolds
Notory
Corwin
U.S
Cedar Rapids
Senate Backs Death Penalty for Drug Murderers
The Senate approved a 65 to 29 vote for a bill making drug dealers who murder a capital offense. Sponsor Sen. Alfonso D Amato argued deterrence while opponents warned capital punishment won t lower killings. The measure moves to the House Judiciary Committee for action.
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Judiciary
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Rn.y
D'Amato
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