Graduating into the Unknown
The Class of 2020 missed traditional rites as the coronavirus disrupted prom spring sports and musicals. Graduates received parades through neighborhoods and drive-through ceremonies with photos from cars while administrators attended in yards and tassels were turned in near empty auditoriums.
Four vie for Iowa Democratic Senate nomination split field
Four candidates Michael Franken Theresa Greenfield Kimberly Graham and Eddie Mauro seek the Iowa Democratic nomination for U S Senate to oppose incumbent Joni Ernst in November Voters may cast ballots June 2 with in person voting 7 a m to 9 p m absentee requests closed polling locations available at sos iowa gov The race features limited polling but has Greenfield and Mauro showing competitiveness against Ernst and Democrats noting her declining approval among Iowans.
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Rival ousts incumbent in Iowa City House race 85 2A
Iowa City voters shift power as a rival defeats the incumbent in House 85 2A. Johnson County sheriff candidates present an unusual ballot choice with an oddity noted. Linn County auditor primary features a back story. Republicans prepare for a bid to replace retiring U.S. Rep Dave Loebsack in a Monday showdown.
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Fearing virus drives Iowa patients to delay emergency care
Iowa health officials warn that people avoid the ER amid the coronavirus pandemic leading to worse outcomes. Dr. Theresa Brennan of the University of Iowa Hospitals says many with heart attack or stroke symptoms stay home due to COVID-19 fears. A national poll found 29 percent delayed or avoided medical care because of the virus.
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Health agency says newspapers safe to handle during pandemic
The World Health Organization notes it is safe to handle newspapers during COVID 19. The Gazette pledges extra precautions at printing and distribution sites with gloves and frequent cleaning. A digital edition is available at thegazette.com via Green Gazette in the footer.
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