Regents approve 5 percent tuition hike at state universities
The Ames meeting approved a 5 percent base tuition increase for in-state undergraduates at the University of Iowa Iowa State University and the University of Northern Iowa by a 7-2 vote. Michael Gartner and Ruth Harkin voted no. Regents said higher funding could lessen increases.
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Regents push state funding while tuition hikes loom
Regents discuss funding for universities and possible tuition increases amid state budget tensions. Regent Jack Evans and appointee Katie Mulholland appear on To the Point on KCRG TV9, while President Miles urges persuading lawmakers. Officials warn of possible job cuts if state funds shrink next year as tuition rises factor in.
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Two Pharmacy Robberies Lead to Charges in Cedar Rapids
Tiffany L. Carlton of Cedar Rapids faces two counts of second degree robbery for allegedly displaying a BB gun and threatening staff and a customer during pharmacy robberies at Walgreens on 16th Avenue SW and Medical Pharmacy on Sixth Street SW. No injuries reported. bond set at 50,000 cash. Carlton surrendered after a pursuit and is jailed in Linn County. In Hiawatha, a listening post with County Auditor Joel Miller and Deputy Elections Commissioner Tim Box is planned at Tatyana's Coffee Shop on Boyson Road from 7 to 8 a.m. Friday as part of a series.
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Marion plans five year tax relief funded by local option sales tax
Marion's five year budget draft would dedicate 1.5 million annually from 2014 if voters extend the 1 cent local option sales tax on May 3. The plan aims to reduce property taxes by 10 percent in today's dollars while directing funds to roads, loan payments, and community projects with stormwater and facade programs and a new police facility and library expansion in mind.
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Cedar Rapids to honor long-time mayor Don Canney with named landmark
Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett plans to name a key public facility after Don Canney, the city’s longest serving mayor. Citizens suggested the airport terminal or library. a formal committee led by Ralph Palmer will seek a significant tribute recognizing Canney’s 22 years as mayor and public service beyond. His funeral was set for 10 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church.
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