Jails Expand Video Visits Cut Costs and Delays
The Polk County Jail uses a video system to host up to 36 inmate visits at once, avoiding background checks and strict scheduling. The program, launched in 2008, has reduced staff time and improved safety, inspiring other Iowa counties to consider similar setups and expand access for families.
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Cedar Rapids School District backs city recreation plan
Cedar Rapids school board president Mary Meisterling said the district supports the City Council plan to build a recreation center beside Harrison Elementary. The item appears in a page 2A update on local news.
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Rising income inequality harms middle class finances
Washington Post analysis shows top 1 percent gains align with middle class strain. Bertran and Morse link rising wealth to increased consumer borrowing, lower savings, and more bankruptcies as households try to keep up. This dynamic fuels policy debates and political pressure.
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Highway groups push Iowa gas tax hike at Capitol
A coalition of transportation interests urged Iowa lawmakers to raise the gas tax to fund road repairs. Speakers included Bruce Rohwer of Iowa Corn Growers and Bob Kohlwes of BTI Special Commodities, with TRIP data cited on roadway conditions.
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Girl Scout camp sale dropped after public outcry in Iowa
The Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois say plans to sell all four regional camps are off the table after a strong backlash. CEO Diane Nelson announced a collaborative session to review and revise the preliminary sale recommendation, with a new proposal to follow.
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