Vernon rally tackles claims in Iowa 1st District race
Monica Vernon addresses supporters outside Cedar Rapids with statements rebutting a NRCC ad claiming she voted to raise property taxes and utility fees, supported a gas tax increase, and raised her own salary four times. The ad titled Surprised is the source.
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Fact Checker flags four claims in Vernon ad as accurate overall
The Gazette and KCRG-TV9 conclude the ad's four claims about Monica Vernon’s Cedar Rapids city council votes are factually correct but lack full context. She voted for tax and fee increases and for council pay raises, with fuel tax positions also noted. context around these votes is debated.
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Iowa Lottery Draws Friday September 23 News
Friday results list Pick 3 and Pick 4 numbers for midday and evening, All or Nothing figures, Mega Millions and Jackpot totals. No further context or winners noted.
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East Iowa Daily Gazette Briefs Spark Local Update
East Iowa residents see quick notes from The Gazette on local events. Highlights touch on community decisions, school activities, and regional notices with a focus on actionable details.
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ISU President Reimbursed Plane Trips Amid Shuttle Use
Iowa State University President Steven Leath, a licensed pilot, flew the Cirrus SR22 on four trips that mixed university business with personal use. He reimbursed the university $4,637, with repairs after a July 2015 downdraft costing about $12,000 funded from university discretionary funds. No taxpayer money funded aircraft. two planes are owned by ISU and its foundation.
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Grassley Maintains Double Digit Lead In Iowa Senate Race
Quinnipiac poll shows Chuck Grassley at 55 percent to Patty Judge 43 percent among likely Iowa voters. Men favor Grassley 61 to 36 and women split at 49 percent each. overall Grassley leads by 12 points.
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