Union leader ties DHS resignation to turmoil and focus loss
Terry Reed of Iowa United Professionals says the resignation of DHS Commissioner Nancy Norman reflects years of turmoil and worker confusion. He notes criticism of administration and low worker morale, with lawmakers wary after Norman's controversial 1986 appointment and the governor's ongoing power struggles. Norman departs Oct. 1 for a rural health research post at Iowa State University.
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Rural Knoxville woman dies after Labor Day crash
Vera Flanders, 69, of rural Knoxville died from injuries after a two car collision over Labor Day weekend. She was injured Sunday evening and died Thursday at Mercy Hospital Medical Center in Des Moines, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Department.
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Indian tribes unite against reservation gambling bill on Capitol Hill
A coalition of about 200 tribes in ceremonial regalia lobbied on Capitol Hill against a Senate bill permitting federal and state roles in reservation gambling regulation. Tribal leaders warned the measure would threaten sovereignty and revenue, while proponents say regulation is needed to curb crime as reservations expand gambling. The Mesquakie settlement near Tama operates a high stakes bingo and recently secured a federal grant for a larger parlor. The Senate vote was expected this month.
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