Lawmakers divert funds spark broad backlash in Iowa
State Auditor David Vaudt says lawmakers raided dedicated funds to balance the budget, diverting hundreds of millions from programs for seniors, ATV and snowmobile riders, courts, and environmental efforts. The moves threaten needed services and may require repayment of about $375 million. Governor Vilsack and leaders defend reallocations as necessary in hard times.
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Montgomery Ill At Cedar Rapids Concert Still Delivers Crowd
Country singer John Michael Montgomery performed at Hawkeye Downs for the 24th annual 98.1 KHAK Free Country Concert. He mixed crowd engagement with a few missed notes due to sounding congested, yet energizing the audience with favorite hits and medleys.
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Family machine shop probed for sale amid shrinking demand
Nancy Kruger hopes to sell parts and machines from Kru ger Machine & Welding Co rather than close entirely as customer demand dwindles and a community without a bank or store adds pressure. The shop, founded by Merle Kru ger after 1926, holds old but immaculate equipment including a 1918 lathe, rollers, a forge, lathes, and a milling machine.
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Mullally to be released from jail June 26
Bob Mullally is due for release on June 26 after serving time. His sister Kathie Cink says he counts the days until freedom while limited phone calls and restricted Internet use remain. SEMS and local districts decided not to use him as a substitute teacher after his term.
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