DNA nursery faces limited options in Iowa
State Forester Paul Tauke says the DNA nursery must choose a path soon with a decision anticipated within the coming week. The report notes the nursery’s limited options and the potential implications for state forestry initiatives.
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Johnson Co considers grant for jail overuse research
Johnson County weighs a grant proposal focused on studying jail overuse and racial disparities in detentions. Officials aim to fund research and programs addressing disproportionate minority contact and alternatives to incarceration.
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Nation reels after Vanuatu cyclone leaves heavy toll
A monster cyclone devastated Vanuatu with twenty four confirmed deaths and about 3300 displaced. Nations and communities mobilize aid as relief efforts begin across the South Pacific nation.
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Marion seeks 24 million to refresh downtown
The Marion Central Corridor Reinvestment District seeks 24 million in state funds to rejuvenate City Square Park and build a larger downtown library with a grocery, apartments, and a 140 room hotel with convention center. The plan totals 118.6 million in public and private investment across eight projects along a mile long corridor, including a mixed used development with 8 residences and a 440 space parking ramp at Eighth Avenue and 11th Street. Nick Glew of the Marion Economic Development Co. calls the plan fabulous and says the city has long positioned the corridor for such a project.
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Marion Corridor Reinvestment District Faces 8 City Bids
The Iowa Reinvestment District Program has $41.5 million left from a $100 million pot as eight new proposals vie for funds. Marion seeks significant investment amid Coralville’s $40 million plan including a 7,000 seat arena.
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Civil rights at Coe sparked Greek integration in 1965
Alumnus Tim Mauldin recalls how Coe College and its Lambda Chi Alpha chapter faced obstacles to rush the first Black student in 1965 amid national civil rights momentum. He notes the era's landmark acts and demonstrations shaping campus action.
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Iowa pastor faces possible immediate deportation
Honduran born Max Villatoro, 41, could be deported today after U S Immigration and Customs Enforcement denied a stay of removal. His Iowa City attorney Dan Vondra says a possible order of supervision could allow a temporary return to Iowa before Honduras.
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