Editor's gift to U of I leaves indelible mark
Bequest totaling over 4 million to the University of Iowa Foundation and nearly 2 million to the Iowa City Mercy Hospital Foundation from Edwin B. Green, longtime editor, who died March 7. Details released per his prior orders. The gifts rank among the foundation's largest contributions.
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First National Bank
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Fund For Tomorrow
U of I’s
Mount Vernon officer fired amid undisclosed misconduct
Mount Vernon police officer Sgt. Jeff Harnish was terminated and appealed through the Teamsters union, with the exact misconduct not disclosed. Mount Vernon Police Chief Mick Michel declined to reveal details, while Mayor Engelbrecht said the city council is reviewing the case.
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Jeff Harnish
the Gazette
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Mick Michel
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Mount Vernon City Hall bids planned. project advances
Mount Vernon will open bids for the new city hall on April 25. Construction could start around June 1 with an estimated cost of 608,511, about 45,000 less than previous plans. The city will not issue bonds until after bids. The hall will rise on a vacant lot beside the government complex after voters approved the bond issue last November.
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Mount Vernon
Mike Beimer
Two Hurt After One Car Crash North of Solon
Two people were taken to University of Iowa Hospitals last night after a one car accident on County Road W 6E three miles north of Solon. The car went into a ditch and flipped at 9 15 p m. Names released.
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University of Iowa
Linn parks raise camping and rental fees in County
The Linn County Conservation Board approved higher park fees effective April 1. Annual camping permits remain at $165, basic daily family camping rises to $5, and senior rates move to $3 on weekdays. Canoe and kayak rental climbs to $3 per hour, with boat rates up from $12 to $13 daily.
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