Top Source In The Community Newspapers
A Syracuse University study of 10 markets shows newspapers as the top information source for 53 percent of respondents, far ahead of television at 13 percent. Small papers like Pella report 78 percent for newspapers versus 6 percent for TV, underscoring local papers as trusted community tellers.
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Syracuse University
Communications Research Center
Pella
Syracuse
N.Y
Vander Ploeg
Ulrich’s
Black’s Style Shop
Bosveld Decorating
Oakwood
Central
Des Moines University
Iowa Conservation Commission Seeks More Funds for Parks
The Iowa Conservation Commission reports most outdoor recreation occurs on state lands yet current funding for operations lags behind national averages. The group urges higher funding in coming years to sustain and expand park access, notably highlighting Elk Rock State Park near Lake Red Rock.
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Iowa Conservation Commission
Iowa
Lake Red Rock
National Park Service
County Conservation Board
the Conservation Commission
Corps of Engineers
Elk Rock State Park
Dieleman Heads to Iowa House Session Freshman Representative Faces Budget Realities
Dieleman of Pella opens the 66th Iowa General Assembly amid a Democratic majority. He notes a looming budget squeeze despite a reported surplus, with state education funding growing and the House planning extensive committee work during January. He cites Gov. Ray’s priorities including housing authority and tax changes as key early agenda items.
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Bill Dieleman
Pella
State Capitol
Hill
Iowa
66Th General Assembly
Dieleman
House
Robert Ray
Letter to Editor More On Billy Jack Film
A reader defends The Trial of Billy Jack, arguing it offers real love and social conscience beyond sensational coverage. The letter rebukes prior criticism, urges readers to broaden sources, and likens the film to a sermon about living one’s Christian convictions.
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Billy Jack
N.V.H
Pella Chronicle
Ohio State
Good Samaritan
Pella Jaycees fund drive for rubella clinic
Five years back the Pella Jaycees announced a fund drive to support a rubella clinic. The community actions included appointments at Central College and concerns over local fire losses and crop prices.
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Pella Jaycees
Robert C. Froelich
Central College
Chronicle
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U. S
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Towa
Bert Bandstra
House Agricultural Committee
Washington
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