Marion High School Principal Jerry Doyle Resigns
Marion High School Principal Jerry Doyle announced his resignation effective June 30 after four years at Marion High School. Doyle cited a desire to change his lifestyle and take time off, saying there was no ill will. Superintendent William Jacobson praised his work on the block schedule and school upgrades.
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Fire destroys St. Stephen’s Church in Central City
Investigators ruled the March 17 fire an accident caused by a utility light near insulation in the church attic. Smoldering insulation produced the smoke smell noticed the night before. Firefighters arrived around 5 30 a m and could not save the building, with damage estimated at 250000 dollars. The aroma noted by Rev. Wayne Droessler and others led to the search for a heat source.
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George Howe
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Fire halts Calmar Foods egg plant production
Calmar Foods suffers a weekend blaze destroying a dry warehouse cooler and offices on Highway 52, halting egg breaking operations. Plant manager Gary Bell says the facility will still handle egg intake and outgoing liquid eggs while a state fire marshal investigates the cause. Sparbo Foods will compensate 80 employees as options are evaluated.
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Marion approves 14.8 million budget after budget debate
Marion Independent school board certified a 14.8 million dollar budget for 2000 01 following a debate with taxpayer advocate Glen Subra and input from former board member Bill Huntoon. Subra questioned construction costs from a 7.9 million bond sale while Huntoon defended the district’s publicized plans and administration pay growth details.
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Postville fish kill may bring penalties for dischargers
The Yellow River fish kill near Postville involved nearly 5000 fish across 12 species due to high ammonia from wastewater discharge. Investigators blame operator error at the lagoon run by the city and nearby plants Agriprocessors and Iowa Turkey Products, with fines possible and a plan needed to continue operation safely.
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Manchester
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Vilsack Questions 24 Hour Abortion Consent Bill
Gov. Tom Vilsack expressed concern Monday about a proposed law that would require a woman’s consent and 24 hour notice before an abortion. The measure, called the Woman's Right to Know Act, would mandate information from doctors on fetal development options risks and payment rules with penalties up to 30 days in jail and $500 fine.
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Corner Tap Bartender Faye Grimm Keeps Dundee Pub Busy
Faye Grimm, 72, has run the Corner Tap in Dundee since 1960 after her husband Floyd bought and renamed the tavern. She works from before sunrise to late night, with weekly fish fry crowds and a back room party area. The bar offers beer, checks, poker, and Cubs loyalty, with Wednesday bowling in Manchester and a lifelong no-retirement vow.
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