Iowa communities weigh burn barrel bans amid air quality concerns
Environmental specialist Christine Paulson notes broad support for local bans as state laws lag since the 1970s. EPA data show burn barrels emit up to 80 times more pollution and 11 times more dioxin per pound than municipal incinerators, threatening health and air quality.
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Romney campaign shifts tempo amid fundraisers and sparse public events
The piece notes rising calls for more in-state campaigning as Romney and Obama pull in large fundraising events. It contrasts 2012 pace with 2008, highlighting Romney's focus on high-dollar fundraisers and fewer public gatherings. It cites Lindsey Graham urging Romney to visit pivotal states and meet voters, while noting costs of Florida ads and fewer states in play.
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Iowa task force backs minimum 35000 pay for teachers
The Iowa task force proposes a starting pay of 35000 yearly with an average 40000 to 45000 across the state and a three year ramp. It also recommends a six tier progression from initial to emeritus with higher pay tied to responsibility and mentoring.
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Welsh corgi and calico launch fundraiser for Buchanan County shelter
Kris Klingaman of Fairbank turned shelter rescues Mav erick and April into a life changing story. Her efforts aim to build a no kill animal shelter in Buchanan County with board members and volunteers fundraising through a children's book and a 2013 calendar and a dog walk fundraiser to cover building and first year operating costs.
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Buchanan County Animal Shelter Fundraiser Walk Today
The second annual dog walk fundraiser at Fontana Park Hazleton starts at 1 pm with walkers and dogs meeting near Highway 159. Entry is 12 dollars per family with two dollars per additional dog. dogs receive bandannas. Proceeds may be donated at Banktown locations or via www buccas.org. Maverick the Welsh corgi stars in a 2013 calendar. April’s Gift and calendars will also be sold to benefit the shelter.
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Workplace deaths rise in 2011 in Iowa
Iowa reports 93 on the job deaths in 2011 up from 77 in 2010 led by transportation incidents at 60 percent. Contact with objects or equipment caused 16 percent, and violence or self harm accounted for 11 deaths. Nationally 47 percent were transportation related.
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