Helene forecast to strike Florida as a major hurricane
A developing hurricane named Helene is expected to form in the northwestern Caribbean and move into the Gulf of Mexico, with Florida the most likely landfall area late Thursday or Friday. Residents from the Big Bend to the Panhandle and up to Gulfport and Biloxi should stay alert as watches and warnings are issued.
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Banned Books Week Opens Amid Mixed Removal Trends
Reports from the American Library Association and PEN America show a divided picture as Banned Books Week begins. ALA notes a dip in 2024 challenges and removals so far, while PEN cites a surge in 2023 24 removals, with Florida and Iowa leading. The two groups differ on what counts as a ban, but both flag many titles with racial or LGBTQ themes and mostly conservative challenges. Iowa law added library review and public listings, prompting actions in Davenport among others. Banned Books Week runs through Sunday with support from multiple groups and new honorary chairs.
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Coralville benches from wind blades delayed by corporate shift
Coralville council approved wind turbine blade benches from Canvas for the Clear Creek Greenbelt trail connecting University of Iowa to Coralville Tiffin. Canvas was acquired by Noblewins after Canvus went defunct. delays remain but Coralville expects delivery later this fall with November installation planned.
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