Branstad touts Taiwan trade and investment prospects
Gov. Terry Branstad returns from a two week trade mission in Asia saying Taiwan shows strong interest in investing in Iowa. He met Taiwan President Lee and discussed opportunities as Ajinomoto and NSK eye expansions. The journey also covered Japan South Korea and Hong Kong. He praised the Pacific Rim as the growth area of the future.
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Iowa
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Republic of China
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Iowa State University
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Hong Kong
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NSK
Clarinda
Robert Helmick
Seoul
Mason City groups backs I 380 extension plan
A UNI meeting Wednesday night will discuss extending I 380 from Waterloo to Mason City. Ernie Zerble of LINK says the 64 mile path boosts north central Iowa, while IDOT officials note funding and mileage limits and no official endorsement exists.
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Link
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Iowa Department of Transportation
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Idot Commission
Selbeck
Waverly
Iowans Aid Yucatan Hurricane Relief Effort
Iowans have contributed about $3000 to support Yucatan after Hurricane Gilbert. The Iowa Sister State Committee sent plastic rolls for roofs and shelter and plans long term aid for farmers and water systems. Volunteers from Iowa Partners of the Americas will visit in November to assess rural needs in Mayan villages.
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Yucatan
Iowa Partners of the Americas
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Iowa Retail Hardware Dealers Association
McMinimee Named to District 2B Bench in Iowa
Gov. Branstad appoints Gary L. McMinimee of Carroll as district judge in Judicial District 2B. The 42 year old lawyer, Fordham Law graduate, has practiced in Carroll since 1975 and fills the seat created by Judge R K Richardson's death. Salary set at 66000. District 2B covers Pocahontas Humboldt Wright Sac Calhoun Webster Hamilton Hardin Carroll Greene Boone Story and Marshall counties.
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