Investigation widens into Keokuk County ex sheriff case
State officials may handle any criminal probe into former Keokuk County Sheriff Ron George over mishandled case files and confiscated property. Auditors found unsecured evidence and a slush fund, with missing items including a badge and thermal camera valued at 8400. Sheriff Jeff Shipley, who unseated George, requested the audit.
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Culver balances Iowa fiscal 2009 budget with Emergency Fund use
Governor Culver announces a balanced 2009 Iowa budget of 5.934 billion dollars, aided by a 45.3 million dollar transfer from the Emergency Fund. He notes a surplus and warns of possible 2010 and 2011 cuts as departments prepare for reductions. Critics argue the transfers masked gaps and delayed corporate tax refunds.
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Eastern Iowa Public Safety Briefs List Several Friday Arrests
The Log reports multiple Friday arrests on public safety records in Eastern Iowa. Matthew Oppelt, 21, Iowa City, 3:08 a.m. at Keokuk Street and Highway 6. Jordan Bennett, 27, Cedar Rapids, 1:37 a.m. at Penn Street exit of I-380. Bryan Goos, 23, Iowa City, 1:31 a.m. at Court and Capitol streets. Margaret Ives, 30, Iowa City, 12:45 a.m. at Front and Burlington streets. All charges are allegations pending court.
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Obama nominates first woman for Northern District Iowa U.S. Attorney
President Obama nominates Stephanie Rose of Center Point to head the Northern District of Iowa based in Cedar Rapids. Nick Klinefeldt of West Des Moines is named for the Southern District in Des Moines, with Senate action expected on non controversial nominees. Rose would replace Matt Dummermuth dating from January 2007. Judi Whetstine and Roxanne Conlin noted earlier service in the districts.
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Regency mobile home park faces long‑standing upkeep disputes
Residents complain of 10 abandoned homes among 233 lots and debris piles with a dirt mound in an empty pool. A Gazette crew was barred by park head of maintenance. Authorities lack power to enforce cleanup. county housing code is absent.
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