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A majority of Iowans think the issue of gay marriage doesn't deserve lawmakers' limited time. Among six hot-button topics, a new Iowa Poll shows a majority of Iowans consider only a ban on text messaging while driving. STORY DETAILS HERE
Washington County could be out $200,000 if the Iowa Legislature follows the governor’s proposal to use road use tax dollars to fund the Iowa State Patrol. Jacob Thorius, assistant county engineer, said that the maintenance of county roads would suffer if the proposal were made law. CLICK HERE for story details.
“School buses are the safest mode of transportation on the road,” said Verlin Vos, inspector for the State of Iowa Department of Education, shown above checking the tires and suspension of a Fairfield Community School District bus. CLICK HERE for story details
State Sen. Keith Kreiman was presented with a GOLD STAR award from the Iowa State Sheriffs and Deputies Association on Feb. 3. The GOLD STAR Awards are given to no more than five individuals each year. More details HERE.
More than 300 northern Missouri residents traveled to the Statehouse in Jefferson City last week ... for Great Northwest Days. The group met with State Sen. Brad Lager, R-Savannah. Click here for DETAILS
Threats and strong emotions can be all too familiar at the courthouse these days. That's why Adams County courthouse security trained for the inevitable this weekend. STORY DETAILS HERE
Another southwest Missouri suspect has been charged in the abduction of a New Jersey man. Roy Slates, 55, faces one count each of concealing a felony and hindering prosecution in Vernon County. Click here for DETAILS
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