Iowa seeks fertilizer runoff fixes to curb river pollution
The Gazette notes nitrogen and phosphate from corn and soybean fields drive Iowa water pollution. Iowa Secretary Bill Northey launches a new initiative with Iowa State University to cut nutrient runoff by 45 percent, focusing on soil testing, timing, cover crops, and wetlands. The effort aims to protect water quality and Gulf of Mexico watersheds, with policy built on research and farmer partnership.
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Iowa Policy Project
Bill Northey
Iowa State University Agronomy Department
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Northey
Iowa State University
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Massachusetts
Mississippi River
Illinois
U.S Geological Survey
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Qualified candidate urged for Linn County treasurer seat
A letter endorses Sharon Gonzalez for Linn County treasurer on November 2 citing 30 years in the county treasurer's office and leadership in the Motor Vehicle Division. The writer praises Gonzalez's efficiency and seeks support amid flood recovery programs and state responses.
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Linn County
Sharon Gonzalez
Iowa
Gonzalez
Grassley urged national designation for Czech Slovak Museum
A letter lauds Senator Grassley for promoting the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library in Cedar Rapids. It cites his research to secure national designation in 1992 and his role as liaison with Washington Prague and Bratislava. The piece notes bumper tourist traffic, aid after the 2008 flood, and Grassley’s nonpartisan service.
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Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Chuck Grassley
Cedar Rapids
Washington
Prague
Bratislava
Iowa
Clinton
Havel
Kovas
Grassley
Nation
Nobel Committee rightly picks Liu Xiaobo for Peace Prize
The piece argues the Nobel Peace Prize selection honoring Liu Xiaobo reflects global concerns about China's rise and future path. It notes Charter 08 signatories like Wan Yanhai, China's need for NGO input, and Beijing officials' fear of reform while praising the committee for recognizing peaceful change and urging reconciliations.
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Wan Yanhai
Philadelphia
Beijing
Nobel Committee
China
Liu Xiaobo
International Reporting Project
Beijing Aizhixing Institute For Health Education
Wan
Liu
Wen Jiabao
Schools must lead on healthy affordable lunches for kids
Column argues for universal nutritious school meals with local Farm to School links. It notes Iowa youth obesity trends, calls for whole grain pasta lower fat milk and more produce, and highlights Iowa City district joining the program. It cites cost staff challenges and student acceptance realities.
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Atlas
Iowa
Iowa City
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