Diversity at Central College spurs calls for broader training
Central College in Pella Iowa urges expanded diversity training after a January incident where three white football players allegedly harassed John Villanueva Jr a freshman from Virginia leading to his self defense assault charges and departures by three minority students. College officials say progress remains insufficient and emphasize long term efforts to foster inclusion.
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Iowa State offers spot to hoodwinked student
Des Moines high school senior Brittany Overstreet will attend Iowa State University this fall after an alleged con artist promised to fund her college education at Spelman College. The Iowa State offer covers room, board, and four years of tuition, and the guidance counselor notes ISU’s outreach. Landry, a former Coe College and University of Iowa participant, has a separate record including a 1995 arrest for criminal trespass.
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Spirit Lake settles with ex officers over chief probe
Spirit Lake, AP The city disclosed a 615000 settlement paid to former Officer Moorhead and former Officer Ricke tied to investigations of former Police Chief Dan Thomsen. Moorhead received 440000 and Ricke 175000 after alleging retaliation for their role in uncovering alleged misuses of public funds. Thomsen faced theft and official misconduct charges in March, later dismissed due to a missed filing deadline.
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Clock Tower referendum eyed in Franklin County
Voters decide Tuesday on a up to 1.5 million bond to restore the 1892 Franklin County courthouse clock tower. If rejected, the tower could be removed at an estimated 795000 cost. restoration would start in June and finish by summer 2006 if approved. Tenor: funds raised exceed 125000 with 255000 below prior proposal. The tower, a gift from Hampton High School class of 1892, would gain a copper dome and repair of floors.
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Des Moines Manager Accepts Tacoma City Job
Des Moines city manager Eric Anderson, a 10 year veteran known for budget cuts, was chosen by Tacoma City Council over two finalists. He led Des Moines to fiscal stability, cutting 150 jobs in year one while boosting downtown development and neighborhood anti blight programs. Tacoma must negotiate his pay amid a $30 million two year shortfall.
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