Large GOP field could jeopardize Iowa's position in 2012
Attorney Ben Ginsberg warns a crowded Republican field could push other states to leapfrog Iowa for early primary timing. The piece notes potential contenders including Barbour Gingrich Huckabee Palin Romney and Santorum and discusses the risk of a chaotic goat rodeo in the nominating process. Iowa Democratic Party chair Sue Dvorsky and GOP Chairman Matt Strawn weigh in on caucus importance and orderliness.
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Murphy fundraiser for state auditor in Coralville
Democrat Jon Murphy hosts a 6 p.m. fundraiser at 1080 Ashlynd Court in Coralville to support his bid for state auditor. Suggested donations include 100 dollars for hosts, 50 dollars for sponsors, 25 dollars for supporters, and any amount from guests. RSVP to info murphyforlowa.com or (515) 868-7155.
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Absentee voting in Iowa on pace for record
Des Moines report shows 83,921 absentee ballot requests in seven days, bringing totals to 173,243 with four weeks to Election Day. Mauro notes if rates hold, early voting may exceed 2002 and 2006 totals. Dems, Republicans, and no party voters are listed with request and return counts.
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Decorah Names Veteran Nixon Police Chief
Decorah City Council endorses Bill Nixon as chief replacing retiring Tom Courtney who served 29 years in the department. Nixon, with Decorah since 1997, has California police experience and past service on the Human Rights Commission. An open house to honor Courtney is planned October 15 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Decorah City Hall.
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Gazette photo print order and request service
The Gazette offers prints of local photos through gazettephotostore com. If the exact image isn t available readers can request posting for purchase.
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Wartburg hosts live first district debate Sunday
Doors open 12 30 p m Sunday at Wartburg College Wartburg TV presents the 1st District debate between Democrat Bruce Braley of Waterloo and Republican Ben Lange independent. The event at Caskey Lyceum Suemann Center is streamed at wartburgtv org and aired on KWWL TV 7 1 and Mediacom MC22. Audience must be seated by 12 50 p.m.
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