Iowa farmers nearly finish corn planting amid sunny week
Iowa farmers advanced crop planting with corn nearly complete and 65 percent of soybeans planted after a week of favorable weather. Officials note 55 percent of corn emerged, near five year averages, while topsoil moisture remains a concern and weed control may tighten with uneven rains.
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Mostly cloudy with scattered afternoon showers
The forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies with periods of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and again tonight. Highs reach the upper 70s this afternoon, with tonight in the upper 50s, and winds from the east to southeast at 10 to 15 mph. Thursday brings more showers with highs in the low 70s and continued cloudy conditions.
Ford arrives in Brussels on six day European tour
President Ford lands in Brussels with Betty Ford to reassure NATO allies and pledge continued U S support. He meets King Baudouin and Queen Fabiola and will attend an NATO summit and discuss Portugal's leftist government amid a trip through Spain Austria and Italy with stops including Egypt's Sadat and Pope Paul.
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CB radios to widen use among motorists in Iowa
Lt. Col. Al Chrystal of the Iowa Highway Patrol forecasts growing two way Citizens Band radio use by private drivers. He says more motorists will install CBs, improving roadway communication and enabling immediate reports of accidents, reckless driving, or hazards.
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Ford declares energy plan and new tariffs
President Ford, in a 14 minute national address, announces a new 60 cent levy on imported refined products and a June 1 dollar per barrel tariff on foreign crude. He calls on Congress to end price controls gradually and vows action to prevent an energy shortage, warning against prolonged inaction.
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Postal Rate Commission judge urges stamp cut and class raises
The chief administrative law judge Seymour Wenner urged reducing first class stamps to 8 cents for letters and 5 cents for post cards. He also proposed substantial increases for second third and fourth class mail and for parcel post citing a subsidy to other classes. He said the current 10 cent letter rate subsidizes other services and spoke after hearings on requested postal rate hikes.
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Summer Fun Club at the Washington YMCA
The Washington YMCA starts its Summer Fun Club for third to sixth graders with crafts outdoor games and trips supervised by staff. Dates run June 9 to July 17 in two grade groups with member and non member fees and registration at the YMCA desk.
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YMCA
Dana McAvoy
Plans to boost IPERS benefits pass committee vote
Iowa Senate State Government Committee approves a near fifty million package raising IPERS benefits and state employee salaries with a seven to ten percent cost of living rise for many workers. The plan shifts to appropriations for floor debate and rounds out reforms to retirement formulas.
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Summer Reading Program Planned at Washington Library
The Washington Public Library announces a summer reading program from June 9 to July 18 for kindergartners through fifth graders. Mary Mathiason to direct, a USD graduate with teaching experience, living in Ainsworth with her banker husband and two daughters. Activities run 1 to 2 pm on Mondays for younger children and Wednesdays for older kids, with combined Fridays for special programs including SCAD Mime Group, magic, movies, and music. Assistants include Teri Swift, Julie Young, Marianne Wellington, Pat and Pam Gorham.
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University of South Dakota
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Lake Darling Park Adds Ramp and Campsite Upgrades
Lake Darling State Park unveils a new concrete boat ramp near the boating house and 32 fresh electrical hookups for campers. Pending budget approval, roads to park areas may be paved. Water clarity is high for the season with algae blooms expected later. fishing includes catfish crappie bullhead and bass. About 300 000 visitors last summer, with similar turnout expected.
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Blair House supporters push to save historic City Hall
Blair House Foundation officials say the City Council will likely approve plans to renovate the nearly 100 year old former City Hall. pledges total 15000 from about 200 residents with 50 volunteers offering labor and materials. project costs estimate exterior work up to 25000 and total at about 40000. foundation seeks 10000 from the Iowa Bicentennial Commission and hopes to open by July next year if funds and council approval align.
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