Rain spurs cautious optimism in Eastern Iowa
Significant rain fell twice in a week across much of Eastern Iowa easing drought concerns though not ending it. Cedar Rapids Flood Recovery Committee seeks full council review of the preferred flood protection plan and potential revisions. Coe College reports record first-year enrollment 418 and total students 1338 with 3,096 applications and an average ACT of 25.7. Linn County Public Health urges drivers to avoid idling near schools to reduce child exposure to pollutants.
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Poverty Climb Highlights Iowa Economic Woes and Sin Tax Role
The Iowa poverty rate rose from 10 percent in 2000 to 12.7 percent recently as the state slowly recovers from the Great Recession. The number of those under 50 percent of the poverty line climbed from 101,203 to 159,392, while median household income barely grew. Support for higher paying jobs and training remains essential, alongside a safety net. Sin taxes generated 710.6 million dollars in fiscal 2012, ranking Iowa 10th per capita at 233 dollars, though health costs from smoking and social costs from vices raise questions about net gains for the state.
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Eunice Kennedy Shriver Day Inspires Inclusion Nationwide
Special Olympics Iowa urges participation in EKS Day on Saturday as part of a global celebration of Eunice Kennedy Shriver. The day honors her legacy, calls for acts of inclusion, and invites people to join the Special Olympics movement and unite for and with individuals with intellectual disabilities. Hal Pittman, president and CEO of Special Olympics Iowa, signs.
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Fox News praised for presenting opposing Obama views
In a letter dated August 26 Chad R Steele accuses Fox News of brainwashing a claim Democrats like Al Sharpton James Carville and Juan Williams would dispute as they appear on Fox News to argue. The writer says the two party system since 1854 helps prevent excess power and thanks Fox News for its conservatism while noting left wing terms are rarely used.
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Farm safety outreach presenter urges awareness for youth
Morgan Schafbuch of Ames promotes farm safety in Iowa with Farm Credit Services of America and Farm Safety For Just Kids. The program covers ATV mower grain livestock and chemical hazards, aiming to reduce injuries and deaths among youths on farms. Call or email to schedule talks.
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Benghazi Account Scrutiny Without Key Crimes Revealed
Jonah Goldberg argues the Benghazi affair yields no proven crimes but reveals leadership lapses at State Department. He critiques the ARB for bias, notes testimony shifts, and contends accountability awaits Hillary Clinton in a future campaign.
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Agencies support schools and AEAs in Iowa education
The Iowa Area Education Agencies support schools statewide by aiding implementation of federal reforms and data driven decisions. Grant Wood AEA serves 32 public and 18 private schools in seven counties around Cedar Rapids and Iowa City led by Chief Administrator Joe Crozier.
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