Marion Opens Central Plaza With Jungle Gym Feature
Marion celebrated the opening of Central Plaza with a jungle gym as a key feature. Mayor Nicolas Abou Assaly urged visitors to stay off the new grass to protect soil. Kids climbed the structure as photographers and guests attended the ribbon cutting.
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Iowa schools can form safety assessment teams under new law
Gov. Kim Reynolds signed Senate File 853 enabling school districts and approved schools to form safety assessment teams to share information and coordinate services for students at risk of emotional disturbance or significant threats. The measure follows a Perry Middle High School shooting and allows collaboration with government agencies to protect health and safety.
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Iowa man charged in Linn County for enticing a minor
Ryan Ottem 28 of Nevada Iowa was arrested in Linn County on charges including sexual exploitation of a minor and enticing a minor under 16 after contacting a police spoof profile of a 14-year-old He arranged to meet in Cedar Rapids and was confronted by officers A May 2 warrant led to his arrest with a first court appearance and a $25000 bail set per the Gazette.
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Man faces prostitution charge in Cedar Rapids case
Cedar Rapids man James Gbetilgbo, 35, was arrested after contacting an online spoof profile run by officers. He agreed to pay 150 for sex with a supposed 15 year old, arranged a meet, and was confronted by police. A May 1 warrant preceded his May arrest. he posted 3000 bail and was released.
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