Marion Park smoking ban sparks council split
Marion Iowa council hears pros and cons on banning nicotine products and electronic vaporizers from all 21 parks and trails including facilities and parking lots. Some members favor a complete ban while others seek designated areas citing enforcement and access concerns.
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Iowa lawmakers push secretive gun permit measures forward
Legislation in the Iowa House and Senate aims to clean up concealed weapon permits and require secrecy around permit holder names. Rep. Matt Windschitl supports a House vote, while Sen. Steve Sadders voices mixed confidence. Proponents tout noise suppressor legality with safety claims. opponents call extra restrictions unnecessary.
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Capitol Digest Iowa school aid talks stall as deadline nears
Partisan negotiators from the House and Senate failed to move a K-12 funding impasse as Iowa nears a March 15 budget certification deadline. Gov Branstad and Republicans want a 1.25 percent boost, Democrats push for 4 percent while warnings grow of tax increases, larger class sizes, and postponed upgrades.
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Gazette publication and contact details note
The Gazette lists its Cedar Rapids office at 501 Second Ave SE and publication details. It notes subscription rates by carrier and out of state, with 7 day delivery options and postmaster mailing address for changes.
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