Evansdale Police to Announce Klunder Involvement Next Week
Evansdale police aim to determine next week if sex offender Michael Klunder was involved in the kidnapping and deaths of two cousins. The case centers on ongoing investigations and public safety concerns in the community.
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Bachmann says she will not seek re election in 2014
Minnesota Representative Michele Bachmann announces she will not run for re election in 2014, stating the decision is not in response to investigations into her campaign finances. The comments come as she positions her political future beyond Congress.
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Rule change impact on recruiting in college football
NCAA proposed legislation could reshape recruiting, drawing quick comments from Big Ten officials about potential negative effects on the sport’s future. Email exchanges discussed by Scott Dochterman highlight concerns and reactions as discussions unfold on Page 1B.
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Agencies target Iowa firms through expansion and workforce effort
Two Corridor economic development agencies appoint a staffer to work with Iowa companies on expansion planning infrastructure needs and workforce issues. The article notes plans to address these topics and support growth amid local business activity.
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Eastern Iowa discrimination persists across employment stores and schools
Diversity Focus reports 2013 Diversity Climate Assessment shows 27 percent of Eastern Iowa residents experience workplace intolerance. Employment tops concerns in Linn and Johnson counties, with schools leading in Johnson. Women report less discrimination. findings urge area employers to partner for community inclusion.
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Weathering high water in Iowa river basin with Coralville Lake
The Gazette reports on flood management as heavy rain shifts south sparing Coralville Lake but complicating outflow in the Iowa River Basin. Larry Weber of the Iowa Flood Center notes how a 75 mile difference in rainfall track would change the situation and emphasizes lake outflow decisions amid rising water.
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Dam outflow rises as Coralville releases water
Ayden Wagner, 3, of Springville, watches from Iowa City as the Army Corps of Engineers begins releasing water from the Coralville Dam at 10 000 cubic feet per second and plans to ramp up releases through the week.
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Iowa Democrats tout success of 2013 Legislature
Iowa Democratic leaders and House Speaker Kraig Paulsen praised the 2013 session ending May 23 for advancing health care education and tax policy. Rep. Tyler Olson and Paulsen both called the outcomes profound and surprising given early predictions.
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