Wet Summer
The summer of 2010 will enter the record books as the second wettest in Iowa history.
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Gov Stands By His Letter
Governor Dave Heineman indicates to us that he disagrees with criticism over his letter to education leaders urging them to call for repeal of federal health care reform.
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No Combat, but Still Jobs for Troops
Despite a significant troop drawdown a number of Nebraska Natonal Guard soldiers continue to be engaged in Iraq, as well as Afghanistan.
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Dems Fires Salvo at Pawlenty Camp
Not surprised but disappointed.
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DWI Does Not Halt Mayor Candidate
The mayor of Mankato will not resign over his recent D-W-I arrest in the Twin Cities.
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Economy on Pause?
A survey by the Iowa Business Council suggests the economic recovery may be in "pause" mode.
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SD man killed in NW Iowa by falling tree
A South Dakota man who was clearing brush in northwest Iowa was killed Monday when a tree fell on him.
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Candidate's Traffic Issues
The Chief of Staff for South Dakota Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth-Sandlin was arrested for driving under the influence in Brookings in June...
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Yes on 12 Kickoff in Yankton
The “Yes on 12” campaign supporting a smoking ban on Novembers ballot in South Dakota was kicked off across the state on Tuesday.
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Governor Responds to 1/2 Billion Egg Recall
Governor Chet Culver says in the wake of this month's massive egg recall, he and his staff are reviewing "all" state and federal laws that apply to the state's egg producers.
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Still on Patrol
The State Patrol says it arrested 64 motorists for D-W-I on the second weekend of a stepped-up enforcement campaign that runs through the Labor Day weekend.
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Watch Your Eyes
With an aging population, Dr. Ted Vorhies, President of the Nebraska Optometric Association and a member of the American Optometric Association says there are certain eye issues that affect this certain group.
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Senator Says Iraq is a Win
American forces formally ended combat operations in Iraq yesterday, what Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says is a "victory," and he adds, it's time to "move on."
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Auger Accident Sends Nebraska Farmer to the Hospital
A 50 year old Sarpy County man is recovering after a farm accident Monday.
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Not An "Egg"celent Discovery
Some egg consumers still have fears about salmonella contamination.
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Truck-Train Fatality
A northwest Iowa man died in a truck-train accident Monday.
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Dam Fine
A Nebraska landowner and an excavation contractor fined for building an unauthorized dam.
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Local Country Festival Begins
A week-long festival celebrating "old time" country music begins today in northwest Iowa.
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Reading Results
Education Committee Chair Senator Gred Adams says he doubts statewide reading test results out this week will generate legislation this session.
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What's Next?
What's next for UNMC's stem cell research is on the mind of pro lifers.
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