New admission rules could push Iowa small schools toward consolidation
Regent member Peg Anderson warns stricter entrance standards at Iowa State University and other public universities may force smaller districts to adopt a core curriculum. The plan would require courses like foreign languages and advanced math, risking limited offerings in small districts and potentially increasing enrollment pressure on them.
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House approves large catchall spending bill amid debate
The House voted 235 to 172 to send the half trillion dollar fiscal 1987 package to the Senate after a House Senate conference agreement, with President Reagan urging swift passage. Some lawmakers criticized the omnibus as oversized and irresponsible while noting national security needs and essential programs. A separate immigration bill advancing 238 to 173 would add penalties for employers hiring illegal aliens. outcome pending.
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Court Rules Alimony Can Be Modified After Expiry
In Linn County, the Iowa Supreme Court allows alimony modification at any time even after the original period ends. The case of John R. and Mary Diane Marshall began when Diane, diagnosed with breast cancer and after a double mastectomy, sought continued alimony four months after the two year award ended. Judge William L. Thomas initially rejected reinstatement, but the ruling sets a precedent for post expiry requests.
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Iowa
Iowa Supreme Court
Linn County
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Diane
Linn
William L. Thomas
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Cedar Rapids Jaycees end haunted house tradition
For about 20 Halloween seasons the Cedar Rapids Jaycees built dark mazes in vacant buildings to raise funds, but the Fire Department calls the project too dangerous. The City Council granted last year’s permission only, and Fire Marshal Saunders says he won’t approve future attempts.
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Jerusalem grenade attack at Wailing Wall leaves one dead
An attack near Jerusalem's Wailing Wall killed one and wounded 69 as hand grenades struck a crowd of 300 new recruits after a swearing-in ceremony. Officials condemned the incident as Palestinian terrorism with two attackers suspected.
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Cedar Rapids Board Chooses Nine For Superintendent Interviews
Cedar Rapids school board announces nine semifinalists for superintendent, with three internal principals and six external candidates. Harold Guthrie’s resignation left Newell Lash as interim. interviews begin within 36 hours across four hours per candidate.
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Houston
Newell Lash
Guthrie
John Artis
Hastings
Neb
James L. Smith
Burlington
Iowa
Nystrand
McPherson
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