Iowa's Child Well Being Lags Nationally in 2000 Study
The Kids Count study shows Iowa with 730000 uninsured children half the rate of Rhode Island. Iowa lacks a major metro area which may help indicators. Teen death rate worsened in 1990s with 59 auto or crime deaths per 100000 in 2000. 16 percent of Iowa children live with underemployed parents. Earned Income Tax Credit aided 110000 low income Iowa families with children. Over half of low income families spend over 30 percent of income on housing.
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Program helps girls live on their own in Iowa center
The Anita Daniels program opens to take up to 10 girls from across Iowa with a focus on positive risk and independence. Residents cook, attend local schools, and save toward moving into their own apartments, aiming for at least 1500 dollars in savings. Jacey and Melissa describe newfound freedom and responsibilities as they prepare for futures in college and work.
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Garage Door Art Becomes Neighborhood Portraits in Cedar Rapids
Delores Rohlena painted a full scene on her garage door honoring her brother Richard Becicka. The piece evolved after a 2001 siding update and mushroom motifs for him, reflecting neighbors' nostalgia and local memories. Dave Rasdal notes changing trends in garage art.
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Iowa
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