Wind industry may shelter Iowa jobs after plant closings
Manufacturing and recession forced plant shutdowns in Sioux City costing 1450 jobs. Wind power building momentum as Whirlpool Amana, American Profol recall workers and Skogman Commercial Realty reports strong inquiries for Midland Forge. State groups pursue wind turbine makers and suppliers while Iowa economists warn energy sector growth could replace lost manufacturing over time. David Osterberg notes wind energy expanding rapidly globally. Barnes Manufacturing sees wage cuts but gains optimism from new wind plant openings and foreign investments.
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Iowa Manufacturers Eye Rebound as Global Slowdown Eases
Cedar Rapids based Pickwick Manufacturing Services chief Walt Corey says durable goods output in Iowa is improving after early 2011 gains, though Europe’s slowdown still bites. Iowa Federation of Labor leader Ken Sagar notes national unemployment at 9.1 percent while optimism remains.
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Mount Auburn
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Iowa Federation of Labor
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Iowa's Illegal Immigrant Population and Policy Debate
A Pew Hispanic Center analysis estimates Iowa hosts about 65,000 illegal immigrants, up from 55,000 in 2008, with debate over whether the rise is real. Iowa remains lower than states like Arizona and California, while local leaders urge federal action. Grassley stresses economic resilience, Harkin calls for comprehensive reform, and advocates cite Iowa industries as pull factors for immigrants. The report uses Census data to estimate counts and contrasts federal versus state policy approaches.
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OhIona
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Justice For Our Neighbors
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Pheasant harvest forecast tied to weather and habitat
Bogenschutz predicts 60 000 hunters will shoot 150 000 to 200 000 roosters as weather and habitat drive pheasant and quail populations. Record lows in roadside pheasant indices reflect heavy winter snow and spring rainfall, with habitat loss from cropland replacing grassland limiting future harvests.
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Entertainment venues seek exemptions to Iowa City 21 law
City debate over 21 only rule includes protests by entertainment venues and live acts fearing loss of shows, with proposed split spaces and exemption plans for venues that host musical literary or theatrical performances most days. Officials warn such carveouts could undermine the law and alcohol control.
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