Drought relief mixed with drought warnings in Iowa
Rainfall this weekend helped some farmers in Iowa but climatologist Elwynn Taylor warned that only partial soil moisture recovery is possible. A quarter of farm land remains critically dry needing up to 12 inches above normal rainfall. May and June rainfall remain crucial to prevent deeper drought.
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Iowa State University
Elwynn Taylor
Northwest
Linn County
Taylor
Cedar Rapids
Coralville
Iowa City
al Farris
Fish and Wildlife
State Department of Natural Resources
Saints Reflecting on Avenue of the Saints Plan Debate
Harkin critic and task force seek consensus as states shoulder most new transport spending. Tom Larson warns of collapse if disputes rise. Branstad Skinner talks urge a favorable task force recommendation to boost funding prospects. A $400000 feasibility study for the Avenue of the Saints previously won approval.
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Harkin
Tom Larson
Federal Highway Adminisation
Charles Grassley
Iowa
Terry Branstad
Transportation
Samuel Skinner
Senate
Heat drives up grill and paint sales as spring warms
Store supervisor Lloyd Sojka cites good weather boosting hot dogs, steaks, and pork chops sales while True Value staff note rising demand for grill parts. Outside, paint, rakes, and grass seed move briskly as car washes stay busy and ice cream sales rise. Cedar Rapids parks chief Dave Holstad says golf courses still frostbound but may open around early April if warm rains continue.
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Lloyd Sojka
Stephanie Hagmeier
True Value Hardware
First Ave. SE
Hagmeier
Sara Whitney
Auto Shine Car Wash No
Steve Stendel
Dairy Queen
First Ave
Holstad
Harkin Targets Abortion Debate During Iowa Campaign Swing
Iowa candidates Harkin and Tauke wage contrasting messages as they tour 11 cities. Harkin highlights pro life themes and claims $900 million saved in waste and fraud since 1985, while referencing Farmstead Foods layoffs. Both campaigns prepare for a potentially record fundraising race, each aiming to frame Iowa values and government spending.
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Harkin
Iowa
Tauke
Dubuque
Senate
Peoples Church
Farmstead Foods
UFCW
P-3
NICC Board Moves to Terminate Hutkin Amid Uncertainty
The NICC board approved a separation agreement with president Hutkin, without naming an interim leader. Some trustees and faculty questioned the haste and vacancy concerns as Hutkin offered to stay as needed. Trustee Roger Boleyn opposed the deal, citing lack of a replacement and a potentially vacant seat.
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Hutkin
Bud Hellert
Cordes
Roger Boleyn
Hellert
City Briefs parade across page eight items
A jumble of ads and notices lists services from a cheap fax service to beauty salon discounts and floral shops. Local events include art talks at Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, all you can eat shrimp nights, and a dinner special at Johnny's Parkway. Community groups announce meetings, insurance talks, and public service notes plus a cemetery spring cleanup.
Warner Brothers Since 1953 Siding and Insulation
Warner Brothers ad lists services in siding and insulation with a Marion contact number 377 5573 for local customers.
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Marion
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