Iowa Corrections Faces Less Severe Cuts After Union Action
Iowa corrections chiefs say layoffs and program cuts were avoided thanks to Governor Vilsack’s across the board 4.3 percent cut and Legislature restoring 3 million. Kautzky credits the largest state employees union for accepting early retirement incentives and delaying a pay raise, calling it courageous and job-saving.
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Regents weigh travel costs for regents meetings
Regents consider whether to charter planes for trips to meetings in Council Bluffs and other locations as budget scrutiny tightens. UI may fly executives if a key presentation is planned, while UNI says no changes to meeting travel plans and emphasizes cost efficiency.
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Celebrities and Politics in Iowa Elections
The piece examines how name recognition from TV and media helps or hinders political runs. It cites Connie McBurney challenging Greg Ganske and compares entertainers who entered office, noting limits without relevant experience. Journalists like Jeff Wagner discuss how visibility aids campaigns but cannot replace qualifications.
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