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RoundUp: graffiti, school bus drivers & Facebook and teachers
Posted: 08.25.2011 at 7:53 AM Updated: 08.25.2011 at 8:45 AM
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Branstad action that closed state offices is alleged to be unconstitutional

A lawsuit filed Wednesday alleges that Gov. Terry Branstad violated the Iowa Constitution by vetoing parts of a bill that will lead to the closure of 36 unemployment offices.

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Graffiti found at two locations 

At least two different buildings in Centerville were vandalized by graffiti sometime before people began to realize the damage Tuesday morning.
 

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City grapples with buildings

The City of Keokuk is backing into a method for dealing with dilapidated downtown structures out of necessity, but Community Development Director Pam Broomhall would rather prevent buildings from getting to or beyond the point of no return.

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Higher education commissioner outlines aims and concerns during Moberly visit

Noting that 60 percent of jobs will require a two or four year degree by 2020, Missouri Commissioner of Higher Education Dr. David Russell aims to virtually double the number of graduates in the state.

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New law for Illinois school bus drivers 

School bus drivers in Illinois can be suspended for three years if the driver refuses or fails an alcohol or drug test.

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Judge hears arguments regarding Facebook law 

A Missouri judge is weighing a request to stop a new law restricting the use of social networking sites by teachers from taking effect Sunday.
 

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