My wife and I lived in England from 1971 to 1975, when I was in the Air Force. I was stationed at RAF Upper Heyford, just north of Oxford. e lived in an apartment in Oxford. About three or four times a year we would treat ourselves to a day in London. This would be a special day for us, not ...
The Legislature closed out the 2015 session with Senate Democrats opting to end five months of gridlock on school funding. The goal of the compromise is to maintain educational opportunities and boost student achievement.The final agreement provides an additional $156 million for the 2015-16 ...
Congratulations to the Class of 2015. Leaving high school or college certainly brings mixed feelings. Remember, closing one door opens an opportunity to knock on another one. Graduates have put in the time and work required to earn a diploma. Now it's time to make the most of the momentum. As ...
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT, QUALITY SCHOOLS REMAIN KEY STICKING POINTSAdam has made it through another year at Iowa State with great grades. He is now studying journalism and media. He was able to apply for and got an internship with the Times-Republican. Let me know what you think of his ...
On February 9, 2015, the State Treasurer of Iowa, Michael L. Fitzgerald, released the report of outstanding debt obligations for state and local governments. This year's report shows over $15 billion is owed by these entities, and this is money that has to be paid back with taxpayers' ...
IVCCD, South Tama Boards recognizedfor service"School Boards Strengthen Public Education" is the theme of Iowa's School Board Recognition Month, being celebrated this month statewide.Serving on the Iowa Valley Community College District (IVCCD) Board of Directors are Larry Johnson of Iowa Falls ...
Iowa is among the first states to create a teacher leadership system designed to boost student achievement, increase teaching expertise and raise the status of the teaching profession.Research shows a correlation between a school's ability to keep good teachers and student achievement. Iowa's ...
Iowa's court system works for all Iowans. Our Judicial Branch: Enforces criminal laws. Resolves civil legal disputes, thus maintaining a stable and robust business environment. Resolves family law disputes, including child custody, paternity and child support. Protects victims of domestic ...
Dear Toledo Residents,The mowing season is now upon us, and the Toledo Police Department would like to remind residents of the following city ordinance regarding lawn grasses and weeds. Toledo City Code Section 52.01 specifically states: "Lawns and gardens within nonagricultural areas in the ...
Week 14This Tuesday was marked by another tradition, the induction of new members to the Pioneer Lawmakers. These are legislators, legislative staff, and registered lobbyists that have marked 20 years since they were first elected or began work at the capitol. The ceremony is a joint session of ...