HUD eases rules to unlock flood relief funds for Iowa
HUD will stop counting private loans taken after the 2008 floods as duplications, freeing federal disaster aid for flood damaged Iowa businesses. About 85 million in HUD funds for Cedar Rapids area firms has sat unused for 27 months, with an estimated 17 million blocked by the duplication rule. Local business leaders praise the change as unlocking relief for steam bills, ruined infrastructure, and equipment losses.
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Cedar Rapids Debates Expansion of Urban Deer Hunt
The sixth annual Cedar Rapids urban deer hunt begins Saturday with proponents urging expansion to city owned lands. They cite fewer deer in the city, fewer deer vehicle crashes, and fewer complaint calls since the program began. Local officials say data show reduced urban deer and collisions, while biologists note statewide efforts have lowered deer numbers in northwest and northern Iowa.
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Culver calls to extend smoking ban to Iowa casinos
Gov. Chet Culver proposed expanding Iowa a smoking ban from workplaces to casino floors, arguing the exemption for casinos should be removed. He noted cessation gains and pledged to pursue changes if re-elected over challenger Terry Branstad.
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Culver Health Plan Aims At Health Reform Goals
Governor Chet Culver promotes health care goals including full Healthy Kids Act implementation to encourage kid health, expanded stem cell research at the University of Iowa, broader mental health parity, expanded preventive screenings, casino smoking ban, and more home and community-based services for seniors to age in place.
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Pastor Jones wavers on Quran burning amid scrutiny
In Gainesville, Florida, Pastor Terry Jones cancelled a planned Quran burning then threatened to reconsider on the 9/11 anniversary, accusing a Muslim leader of lying and promising to move an Islamic center away from ground zero. the imam denied any deal.
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