Do not call list gains ground as court challenge persists
Congress swiftly backed the Do Not Call registry amid consumer fury over telemarketing. FTC faces renewed legal hurdles as Colorado Judge Edward Nottingham blocks enforcement, while industry groups led by the Direct Marketing Association challenge the program.
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Do Not Call Registry Expands Telemarketing Blocking
Congress approved funding for a consumer Do Not Call registry aimed at blocking unwanted telemarketing. The list takes effect for signups from last summer and blocks calls starting December for new registrants. About 51 million numbers have been added since June. registration is at donotcall.gov or via toll free 18883821222.
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Nursing enrollment rises at Kirkwood amid shortages and expanded programs
Nursing enrollments climb with sophomores entering at 56 this fall as nationwide marketing boosts interest. Officials credit flexible scheduling and job security while Kirkwood officials push to expand allied health training and facilities though faculty limits and potential 2008 plant levy funding constrain growth.
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Counties seek state funding to buy security gear
Linn County Emergency Management Director Ned Wright criticizes delays in receiving equipment bought with federal grant money including masks and bomb detectors. Johnson County officials report smoother purchases as Iowa counties secure additional Homeland Security funds, with Linn and Johnson counties expecting more allocations in the second round.
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Iowa youth survey shows persistent underage drinking and risk behaviors
The 2002 Iowa survey, the 10th since 1975, finds 11th graders with 43 percent drinking in the last 30 days and 36 percent binge drinking. Eighth and sixth graders report lower rates for binge drinking, marijuana use, gambling, and sexual activity, with some improvements since 1999.
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