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Lawmakers are expected to return next week and undergo the final legislative push to adjournment
“Potential projects could include the creation and development of an on-site child care center or a partnership with an existing child care center to create new child care slots paid for by a local employer,” the state said in its announcement.
Education Department Director Ann Lebo joined Debi Durham, Iowa Economic Development Authority director, and Beth Townsend, Iowa Workforce Development director in a panel discussion led by Kathryn Kunert, vice president of economic connections and integration for MidAmerican Energy.
Iowa senator sees opportunity to strongly condemn racism in wake of Buffalo shootings
Reynolds endorsed a primary challenger to Rep. Jon Thorup, who has publicly opposed the governor’s proposed taxpayer-funded scholarships for private school tuition
Also, a former congressman endorses Mike Franken
Critics say it does not go nearly far enough to protect against spikes in lot rent and fees.
The last day for Marion’s assistant to the city manager is Wednesday. She’ll then be heading to Oskaloosa to take over as city manager.
The new law requires every Iowa gas station to offer the higher E15 ethanol blend
The newly formed Cedar Rapids Voting Rights Coalition is sponsoring candidate forums for contested local races starting 10 a.m. Saturday with State Senate Districts 37 and 39, and Linn County Supervisor District 1.
2 of 3 judges on the panel said the injunction is moot because COVID-19 transmission rates have lowered
A campaign has been launched to show legislators there is broad support for Iowa to join other states in reforming marijuana laws
Janice Weiner and John Raley have shared the stage several times this spring, most recently at a May 9 forum hosted by the Johnson County League of Women Voters. The candidates speak highly of one another, but note clear differences in what they offer to voters.
Gov. Kim Reynolds distributed a flier in Marion to promote private school scholarships. The Fact Checker is looking at claims about education spending and academic performance in other states that have implemented private school scholarships.
