Iowa Republicans reshuffle national committeeman post
Davenport lawyer Charles E. Wittenmeyer resigns after 19 years guiding Iowa at the national level. John McDonald elected state GOP chairman to replace him, resigning Sept. 15 to enable transition. Des Moines July 21 interviews will select a successor, with Steve Roberts among applicants and Governor Ray urged to influence the choice.
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Davenport
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GOP State Central Committee
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Des Moines
Steve Roberts
Central Committee
Robert Ray
Ray
Thomas Stoner
S.J. Brownlee
Emmetsburg
Board of Regents
Glaucoma Awareness and Impact in Iowa
Glaucoma causes 14 percent of all blindness and affects about 24 900 Iowans, with only half aware. Early diagnosis can halt progression, but vision lost to glaucoma cannot be restored. The eye’s fluid drainage is impaired, increasing intraocular pressure and risking retinal nerve cells and fibers. Symptoms may appear without the disease.
Small business man urges cut in federal paperwork
A small businessman argues that excessive forms from federal agencies raise costs and hinder growth. He cites OHSA’s 500 pages of toxic substance rules and notes big firms can hire experts, while independents struggle. He advocates preserving protective regulations but reducing bureaucratic red tape to aid small operators.
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Algona
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Glaucoma Warning and Regular Checkups for Eye Health
Symptoms such as blurred vision halos and night glare may signal glaucoma or other eye problems. Regular eye exams including tonometry are advised every two years after 40 and annually for those under 35 with a family history. For more information write Glaucoma Box 434 Des Moines Iowa.
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