Iowa Students Show Small Gains Across Grades in State Test
Proficiency edges up in fourth grade reading from 67.8 to 69 percent and math from 71.4 to 72.4 percent, marking the second straight year of gains after long declines. Eighth grade reading nudges up to 69.4 while math slips to 73.1. eleventh grade sees reading rise to 77.1 and math to 81.3. Governor Vilsack touts trend while opponents question data validity.
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Local photographs reprint sales advertised
The Gazette offers reprints of local photographs with details available by calling 368-8585.
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Rail car deaths fuel Iowa Senate race clash
In Denison the deaths of 11 people in a rail car sparked a political clash in Iowa. Representative Greg Ganske accuses Senator Tom Harkin of supporting welfare for illegal immigrants, suggesting it entices dangerous immigration attempts. Harkin counters that politicizing the tragedy is offensive.
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Forensic Experts Examine Bodies of Deceased Immigrants in Rail Car
A forensic anthropologist will analyze the women who died of overheating and dehydration to determine race stature and other identifying features. Officials say the status of any crime is still under investigation while coordination with the Mexican Consulate and Honduran government continues.
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Iraq Factions Split Over New U N Inspect Action And War Warning
The five permanent council members remain divided over Iraq inspections after Baghdad allowed U N inspectors to return. The United States and Britain push a tougher regime with potential military action if Iraq resists, while France Russia and China favor a two stage approach with room to comply before force is considered. Ambassadors urged averting war as global stability hangs in the balance.
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Portrait portraits and mayor portraits under review
Luther notes high quality photocopying failed for Clancey portrait while plans call for a photographic reproduction overseen by the artist. Lasko, Mount Mercy College instructor and artist, was chosen by the Visual Arts Commission for the Clancey portrait at a $200 fee. Former Mayor Clancey criticized the unveiling as a distorted reproduction and said future recognition may fade.
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