MHCA Results from Falls Hillclimb Event
The last professional class O motorcycle hill climb of the year was staged September 25 at Falls. About 30 riders competed in the Midwest Hillclimbing Association event drawing nearly 1,000 spectators. Byron Bilderback of Creston posted the fastest time, 7.34 seconds for the 270 foot hill. Participants included listed Novice and Expert riders from Des Moines Creston Cedar Rapids Springville Pocahontas and other towns.
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Midwest
Byron Bilderback
Creston
Sorg Presses Subdistricting At Kiwanis Meeting
Republican State representative candidate Fritz Sorg urged subdistricting as a key issue, arguing it aligns with one person one vote and aids voters in Linn County. He also touted property tax relief through increased state aid to schools, noting current state aid totals about $48 million, roughly 12 to 12 1/2 percent of school costs.
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Fritz’ Sorg
Linn County
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Sorg
Iowa Senator Proposes Bond Proof for Financial Responsibility
State Senator Tom Riley told Canopus Club listeners that Iowa must require proof of financial responsibility before restoring licenses or plates after accidents. He argued current law lets uninsured drivers operate post-suspension and urged state action to prevent federally driven changes, aiming for 40 percent state aid over time.
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Tom Riley
Canopus Club
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Iowa Senate
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Carrie
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Steve Carnahan
Springville
Don Flesher
Des Moines
Charles Brownell
Gerald Starrett
Max Smith
Jim Whitney
Cedar Rapids
Joe Spencer
Bob Brown
Bill Cook
Cedar Rapid
Joe Carnahan
Bob Grace
Pocahontas
Gerald Starett
John Haas
Creaston
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the Day Company
Essan House
Omaha
Nebraska
Military Ave
Ahdut
Pete
Town & Country Shopping
Dalles
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