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State Medicaid agencies are struggling to pay for an intensive therapy for children with autism — and looming federal Medicaid cuts are likely to make the problem worse.
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Nada Hassanein, States Newsroom
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12/2/25
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As corporate ownership of residential property across the country rises nationwide, researchers from the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy and the Center for Geospatial Solutions, which is housed at the institute, warn this rising trend has complicated the housing market for first-time buyers.
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12/2/25
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Next month, 2023 Durant graduate Brady Meincke is going to spending his holidays down in sunny California. But instead of seeing the sights, he’s going to be training to both serve his country and better himself as he prepares to enter the Marine Reserves.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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11/25/25
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As the West Liberty community still works through the grief of losing one of its religious leaders, the West Liberty City Council are making steps towards assuring he will never be forgotten.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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11/25/25
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Since the late 1980s, the first Sunday in December has always marked the start of the Christmas season for Wilton residents, and this year will be no different. On Sunday, Dec. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m., downtown Wilton will be holding its annual Winter Window Walk.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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11/25/25
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“What did we get ourselves into?” This was the main thought that Kyle Neuzil and Malynda Woodside remember having one year ago as they prepared to open their new restaurant, B52 Bar & Grill, 116 Main Street in Bennett.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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11/25/25
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Sixty-nine people attended the Nichols Community Thanksgiving Meal honoring the community’s seasoned friends and veterans. The dinner was held Sunday, Nov. 16, at St. Mary’s Hall in Nichols.
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11/25/25
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The Durant community can look forward to some fun activities throughout December, with all ages being invited to enjoy a variety of events at the Durant Public Library.
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11/25/25
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The West Liberty Community School District held a short school board meeting on Monday, Nov. 17. Due to the second tier canvassing for county elections being pushed forward a week this year, the West Liberty school board is not able to officially recognize its results until its Dec. 1 meeting.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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11/25/25
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On Saturday, November 29, people are encouraged to shop at Wilton’s small businesses. Anyone who makes a purchase at a participating business can enter their name in a drawing to win Chamber Bucks, which can be used like cash at any Wilton Chamber and Development Alliance member business.
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11/25/25
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The West Liberty Police Department has concluded its investigation into the tragic drowning of a 1-year-old child that occurred on Aug. 25, 2025, in the 500 block of E 1st St. After a comprehensive review of witness statements, physical evidence, and medical examination reports, investigators have determined the incident to be accidental.
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11/25/25
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In only one week, the students and staff at West Liberty Middle School have shown that when it comes to charity, community, and collecting cans, no one cares quite like a Comet.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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11/25/25
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Durant families are invited to stop by for a morning filled with fun, food, community, and Christmas merriment during this year’s Breakfast With Santa event.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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11/25/25
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Durant Police Department 11/03/25 – 11/20/25
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11/25/25
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Wilton Police Department 11/13/2025 to 11/20/2025
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11/25/25
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Muscatine County formally settled a lawsuit brought against it by a former Muscatine County jail administrator for the Muscatine County Sheriff’s Office who was terminated in May 2020 after a public controversy over his religious commentary that he posted online.
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Tamara Browning, Correspondent
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11/25/25
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Iowa State University officials are working to develop a faster track to semiconductor careers and establish a talent pipeline in the international, high-demand industry through a new training program.
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Brooklyn Draisey, Iowa Capital Dispatch
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11/25/25
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Senior Dining at Gloria Dei Lutheran church is for everyone 60 years young or older and their spouse regardless of age. Enjoy a nutritious meal while socializing. Reservations are required by calling Fay Wulf at 563-785-4525 or 563-320-4570.
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11/25/25
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The Wilton American Legion Auxiliary members honored all Wilton Community School staff for National Education Week on Wednesday, Nov. 19, by presenting the staff with baked goods and fruit, thanking them for the wonderful job they do educating Wilton students.
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11/25/25
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Last Tuesday, Wilton Bank, an office of DeWitt Bank & Trust, held its second annual Senior Thanksgiving Dinner at the Wilton Community Center. Local seniors had the opportunity to enjoy good food, conversation, and a performance by the Wilton High School band.
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11/25/25
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