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   Iowans who describe themselves as progressives are a diverse group that eclipses either major party, according to the latest Iowa Poll, underscoring a shift away from political labels in uncertain times, pollsters say. STORY DETAILS HERE 

   The Chariton Iowa Police Department and the Lucas County Sheriff's Office are investigating a double shooting that left one man dead.  CLICK HERE for story details. 

 Plans to move the Henry County Iowa Sheriff Department’s dispatch to the former Army Reserve Center building in Mt. Pleasant has fallen victim to rough economic times  CLICK HERE for story details

   An Iowa electronics company is calling foul regarding the bidding process for radio equipment and consoles for Lee County's new consolidated emergency communications and dispatch center. More details HERE. 

   Love will be in the air a day earlier than the traditional Valentine’s Day, at least at a couple local venues that will be hosting special holiday dances the day before Valentine’s Day.  Click here for DETAILS

   It's been a week since a Tenessee, Illinois man walked into Macomb's Farm King store and fired shots inside the building and at local police. STORY DETAILS HERE 

  Russellville Missouri Mayor Phil Hagenhoff was officially charged with a misdemeanor DWI Wednesday.
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