Senate Republicans weigh two thirds cut in social security increases
Top Senate Republicans discuss reducing cost-of-living adjustments in Reagan budget plans to curb deficits. Despite private talks, sources say no decision has been made on this politically sensitive measure.
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Pendergrass Injured In Philadelphia Car Crash
R and B star Teddy Pendergrass was partially paralyzed after his Rolls Royce hit two trees in Philadelphia on Thursday. The incident was reported on page 4A of People.
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Marion to appeal Civil Service ruling over officer suspension
The Marion City Council will appeal to Linn County District Court the Civil Service Commission decision that overturned the suspension of police officer Mike DeLaMater. The action was approved Thursday night, and details appear on page 7A.
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Wrong aim for wrath over utility employee discount
An opinion column argues the Iowa Commerce Commission acted within law when ending the IE Light and Power Co employee discount. It states only law changes can alter the ICC ruling and urges proponents to target lawmakers, not regulators, with their protests.
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Analyst tells students media not imperial power
An analyst told Coe College students that there are no imperial and all powerful media in the United States, contrasting views of print and electronic outlets as part of a discussion reported on Metro page 8A.
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Iowa House approves mental health bill for convicted offenders
The Iowa House on Thursday passed a bill allowing judges to order psychiatric screening or treatment for mentally ill people convicted of crimes. Supporters say the measure ensures treatment before sentencing and reduces recidivism.
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Oregon State Defeats Idaho in NCAA Regional Thriller
Oregon State Beavers secure a regional victory over Idaho in a Thursday night NCAA showdown. The win advances OSU in the regional action as Idaho falls short.
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Hultman Defends Rights Ahead of U.S. Attorney Vote
Waterloo attorney Evan Hultman, nominated for U.S. attorney for Iowa's Northern District, says he has faced a major rights violation amid Senate scrutiny of the Jack Nard case and an Army medical records probe. He asserts he will be confirmed on merit despite opposition from Sen. Orrin Hatch and Sen. Dennis DeConcini.
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Shuttle Columbia Lands Plan Moves to White Sands
NASA announced a new landing site for the third Space Shuttle Columbia mission shifting from California to White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. Countdown continued with a 10 am Monday launch and a seven day Earth orbit flight targeting March 29. Kennedy Space Center officials expect no program changes. Heavy rains left Edwards Air Force Base’s Mojave Desert unsuitable for landing due to soggy clay.
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Defender rises for Remember Jim Bain in Olson clash
On page 30 this sports note recalls Bain, the basketball official once criticized by Lute Olson, now backed by supporters amid lingering controversy.
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New All Savers Certificate Rate Drops to 10.16 Percent
The rate on All Savers Certificates set Thursday falls to 10.16 percent, lower than the current 10.79 percent. Buyers should act by Saturday or today to avoid the lower rate on tax free certificates. Money, page 4C.
Senate Approves Relaxed Lagoon Standards Near Stanwood
The Iowa Senate adopted a plan to ease anaerobic lagoon standards at industrial sites despite criticism that it won't improve jobs or the environment. supporters say the move clears the way for a proposed pork processing plant by Iowa Beef Processors near Stanwood Farm.
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Federal retiree faces $1000 loss after insurance cuts
Rural Mount Vernon man Bill Barthel says his federal health plan now deducts 200 dollars per person and lowers physician coverage from 80 to 75 percent. He learned of changes only after his wife Eva was hospitalized in January.
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