Downtown site eyed for new bank central office
Wednesday officials Lamb and Mayor Pate touted plans for the former YMCA site as a catalyst for downtown redevelopment. They declined to name a sale price or tenants though a central bank office is eyed by a local developer. The Mid Town Urban Renewal District will offer tax abatements and public-infrastructure funds to lure investment.
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Tuition reforms eyed to align costs with education value
Regents study differential tuition by major and course load aiming to reflect true costs. Proposal includes charging per credit above 15 hours, peak versus off peak pricing, and potential discounts for off-peak enrollment. UI officials note current long-evening classes and existing full-time rates complicate changes. Oregon examples show discounts can alter options without net revenue impact.
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Teens in Des Moines face copycat suicide risk
Nine high school freshmen and sophomores, five girls and four boys, were linked to a feared suicide pact tied to the death of William Metzger Jr. police say the group, friends of the 15 year old who hanged himself after a fatal car crash killed three of his friends, may have discussed self harm. Officials warn copycat risk rises when such deaths are glorified and say counseling was arranged for five students while others remain under supervision.
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Crisis Signs in Students Prompt School Response
Officials warn signs of depression and self harm include mood changes, eating shifts, withdrawal, and giving away items. Parents should talk with the child, assess for a plan, take threats seriously, avoid panic, and seek help via hot lines or hospital care. Several students backed off their pact. one was treated after taking pain relievers. Six of nine returned to school.
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