Higher education torn by porn studies course at Iowa
The University of Iowa will offer a fall course titled Critical Pornography Studies in the Communications Studies Dept with 20 students enrolled and a waitlist. Legislators, including Senate GOP Leader Stewart Iverson and House Speaker Christopher Rants, questioned funding but said they would listen as the session continues. Provost Michael Hogan defended the subject as a public policy inquiry into pornography amid rising Internet use and cultural debates.
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Vinton man pleads guilty to sex charge
Brad Foth, 20, pleaded guilty in Linn County District Court to lascivious acts with a 13 year old, met online in 2004. He also faced third degree sexual abuse with up to 10 years, sentencing set for August 10. The victim and mother may attend to seek no prison if he accepts responsibility.
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Iowa City plant wins national environmental award
The University of Iowa power plant receives the Effective and Innovative Practices award from the Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers for its Biomass Fuel Project using waste oat hulls from Quaker's Cedar Rapids plant to replace coal in power generation.
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UI Biomass Fuel Project Cuts Coal Use, Saves Fuel
Officials said the program at the University of Iowa reduces coal use by over 17 000 tons annually and saves about 500 000 dollars in fuel costs each year. The project earned two Iowa Governor's awards.
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Iowa and Illinois Lottery Draws May 17 Jackpot Totals
Iowa and Illinois lotteries publish daily results for May 17 with multiple games. The 6 of 48 jackpot stands at $4.5 million, Mega Millions shows a $50 million prize with numbers drawn across the two states.
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Davenport priest settles remaining abuse suits with apology
Retired Davenport priest the Rev. Francis Bass, 83, apologized in a written statement after settling the last three lawsuits accusing him of abusing boys decades ago. He acknowledged confidential settlements and named Wisconsin resident Steven Davis as among those harmed. 14 of 37 diocesan claimants involved Bass, with five suits active before two were dropped.
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