24 May 2013

Don't miss Caminos Del Inka at the Figge Art Museum

By QCSO

Strike out on the Inca trail as the Quad City Symphony Orchestra presents Caminos del Inka on June 1 at the Figge Art Museum. Accompanied by a choreographed visual slide show and documentary footage, QCSO principal flutist Jessica Waren-Acosta and harpist Marguerite Lynn Williams perform music from South America. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. with free hor d'oeuvres and a cash bar and guided tours of the Figge Art Museum. The concert will begin at 8:00 p.m.

An audiovisual presentation containing documentary style photos and video is choreographed to the music. These images enhance the audiences understanding of the cultural and historical aspects of the music. Caminos del Inka works closely with traditional musicians from the Americas to create the most acurate educational film. As a result of their work, people will be able to access and enjoy the rich music and more thoroughly understand the historical and cultural context.

 As part of a collaboration with the Figge Art Museum, docents will be giving tours of their Art and Devotion in Viceregal New Spain exhibit from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Focusing on the Spanish colonial period of present-day Mexico and Central America, this gallery includes a large collection of religious and devotional art. These works frequently were used in the religious rites and ceremonies of the liturgy or for private devotion. Indeed, an inextricable bond existed between the Church and the image-making traditions of Hispanic cultures.

Performing in this concert is Jessica Warren-Acosta, principal flute of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra. Ms. Warren-Acosta has concertized on three continents and appeared as a soloist with the Chicago, Atlanta, Baltimore, Fort Worth, and Omaha Symphony Orchestras among others, as well as at numerous international music festivals including the Spoleto USA Festival where she gave the American Premiere of Pascal Dusapin's Flute Concerto, "Galim."

Joining Ms. Warren-Acosta is Principal Harpist of the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Marguerite Lynn Williams. Ms. Williams has performed throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestra member. She has been awarded prizes in numerous competitions including the American Harp Society's National Competition. She has appeared with the Chicago Symphony, Minnesota, Milwaukee Symphony, Ravinia Festival, Toronto Symphony, and San Diego Symphony Orchestra.

Seating is limited, so buy your ticket today by clicking here.

24 May 2013

Simon expands virtual legal clinic to Cairo

By Kara Beach

Program provides legal consultation to domestic violence survivors

CARBONDALE - May 24, 2013. Lt. Governor Sheila Simon announced the expansion of her virtual legal clinic program to The Cairo Women's Shelter today. The program connects survivors of domestic violence with lawyers for a free legal consultation using webcams and high-speed Internet technology.

Simon's virtual legal clinic program connects domestic violence survivors at local shelters in underserved areas with attorneys across Illinois that specialize in family law for a single, free consultation. Legal topics for consultation include child custody and visitation, marriage and divorce, elder abuse, immigration and property issues.

"The virtual legal clinics are a confidential, effective way to help domestic violence survivors ensure their safety and the safety of their families," said Simon, a former prosecutor and founder of the domestic violence clinic at Southern Illinois University School of Law. "The legal system can seem overwhelming, but this service helps survivors take the next step toward safety and stability."

The Cairo Women's Shelter serves Alexander, Massac, Pulaski and Union counties and sees approximately 400 survivors every year. This is the third center in Illinois to use the virtual legal clinic program, joining centers in Peoria and Jacksonville.

"We're thrilled to be part of the virtual legal clinic and to offer this free legal consultation to our clients," said Jeannine Woods, executive director of the Cairo Women's Shelter. "This will help survivors understand the important legal rights they have."

Nationally, one in four women has experienced domestic violence in her lifetime, and in Illinois, nearly 40 percent of women will experience domestic violence by an intimate partner. However, there are 47 counties in Illinois with no attorneys practicing family law. An additional 33 counties have five or fewer attorneys practicing family law.

"The virtual legal clinics are a bridge between a survivor being in an immediate crisis and beginning to make a plan to move forward in a safe way," said Vickie Smith, executive director of the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ICADV). "Through the virtual legal clinic, we have found that just one hour of time with a licensed attorney can significantly increase a victim's understanding and clarity of their rights and responsibilities resolving legal issues."

The project was developed by Simon's staff, in consultation with the ICADV, with plans to continue expansion to northern Illinois this fall.

"At the time of the consultation, my first client was involved in a legal battle and was fearful because she didn't understand what was happening," said Sandra Quello Chiz, an attorney who consults with clients from her Manteno office. "Not only did I explain to my client what was happening legally, but I was able to point her in the direction of other resources, too. The virtual legal clinic is the best idea I've heard in a long time, and I wish we could expand it faster."

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24 May 2013

Iowa Supreme Court Opinions.

By Iowa Judicial Branch
Iowa Supreme Court Opinions

May 24, 2013

Notice: The opinions posted on this site are slip opinions only. Under the Rules of Appellate Procedure a party has a limited number of days to request a rehearing after the filing of an opinion. Also, all slip opinions are subject to modification or correction by the court. Therefore, opinions on this site are not to be considered the final decisions of the court. The official published opinions of the Iowa Supreme Court are those published in the North Western Reporter published by West Group.

Opinions released before April 2006 and available in the archives are posted in Word format. Opinions released after April 2006 are posted to the website in PDF (Portable Document Format).   Note: To open a PDF you must have the free Acrobat Reader installed. PDF format preserves the original appearance of a document without requiring you to possess the software that created that document. For more information about PDF read: Using the Adobe Reader.

For your convenience, the Judicial Branch offers a free e-mail notification service for Supreme Court opinions, Court of Appeals opinions, press releases and orders. To subscribe, click here.

NOTE: Copies of these opinions may be obtained from the Clerk of the Supreme Court, Judicial Branch Building, 1111 East Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50319, for a fee of fifty cents per page.

No. 11-1208

STATE OF IOWA vs. CHRISTINE ANN KERN

No. 11-1448

TERRY CHRISTIANSEN vs. IOWA BOARD OF EDUCATIONAL EXAMINERS

No. 13-0128

IOWA SUPREME COURT ATTORNEY DISCIPLINARY BOARD vs. SAMUEL ZACHARY MARKS

24 May 2013

IRS' Lois Lerner on administrative leave

By Grassley Press

Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa, a senior member of the Finance Committee with Senate jurisdiction over the IRS, today made the following comment on the employment status of Lois Lerner, the head of the IRS tax-exempt division in the middle of a debacle over the targeting of certain tax-exempt groups.

"My understanding is the new acting IRS commissioner asked for Ms. Lerner's resignation, and she refused to resign.  She was then put on administrative leave instead.  From all accounts so far, the IRS acting commissioner was on solid ground to ask for her resignation.  She was the head of the division that the inspector general found inappropriately targeted groups over their political associations.  She had an opportunity to disclose the targeting to Congress days before her disclosure at a legal conference and didn't do it.  Then she gave the impression that the issue came up independently at the conference, when it really was a plant that she arranged.  The IRS owes it to taxpayers to resolve her situation quickly.  The agency needs to move on to fix the conditions that led to the targeting debacle. She shouldn't be in limbo indefinitely on the taxpayers' dime."

More information on Lois Lerner's lack of disclosure of the targeting is available here
24 May 2013

Marquette University announces spring 2013 Dean's List

By Amanda Gottheardt

MILWAUKEE, WI (05/23/2013)(readMedia)-- The following local students have been named to the Dean's List for the spring 2013 semester at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wis:

Thomas Grabow of Davenport, IA. Grabow is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.

Matthew Noe of Rock Island, IL. Noe is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.

Shannon Gambon of Coal Valley, IL. Gambon is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology.

Emmaline Jurgena of Davenport, IA. Jurgena is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism.

Benjamin Minnick of Sterling, IL. Minnick is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology.

Tara Vandygriff of Rock Island, IL. Vandygriff is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations.

Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit university that draws its more than 11,500 students from all 50 states and more than 75 different countries. In addition to its nationally recognized academic programs, Marquette is known for its service learning programs and internships as students are challenged to use what they learn to make a difference in the world. Find out more about Marquette at marquette.edu.

24 May 2013

Rivermont Welcomes Distinguished Speaker

By Brittany Marietta

Rivermont Collegiate is honored to welcome Kim Reynolds, Lieutenant Governor of the State of Iowa, as our 2013 Commencement Speaker.

 

Rivermont Collegiate 126th Commencement

Friday, June 7th, 2013

10:00 a.m.

South Lawn of the Historic Bettendorf Mansion

1821 Sunset Drive - Bettendorf, IA

Contact: Brittany Marietta - (563) 359-1366 ext. 308 - marietta@rvmt.org

Lt. Governor Reynolds and Rivermont share a passion for STEM education.  Reynolds is the Co-Chair of the Governor's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Advisory Council and was the only elected official named to the "100 Women Leaders in STEM" by STEMconnector in 2012.  At Rivermont, students begin working with discipline-specific science teachers in Kindergarten and math courses allow them to accelerate to the most appropriate level, regardless of their age or grade.  Technology is interwoven into Rivermont's curriculum, including Kindles, iPads, and a robotics program that spans grades 3-12.  We are thrilled to welcome a recognized STEM leader to Rivermont's 126th Commencement!

For additional information about Lt. Governor Reynolds, visit https://ltgovernor.iowa.gov/about/

24 May 2013

Area Students Earn Dean's List Honors at Maryville University

By Sue Davis

ST. LOUIS, MO (05/23/2013)(readMedia)-- These students earned Deans List honors for the Spring Semester 2013 at Maryville University in St. Louis.

The honorees include :

Stacy Clark of Riverdale, IA; studying in Maryville's School of Education.

Mark Struve of Davenport, IA; studying in Maryville's College of Arts and Sciences.

Maryville University congratulates these students on achieving academic excellence for the spring semester. Undergraduate students are eligible for the Dean's List when they complete at least 12 Maryville University credit hours in a semester with a minimum of a 3.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 (pefect) scale..

About Maryville University

Founded in 1872, Maryville University is an independent, four-year, private university located in St. Louis, Missouri. Designated by US News & World Report as the nation's top overperforming university, Maryville University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, and many master's and doctoral degrees.

24 May 2013

The Brett Family Singers to perform at The Old Creamery Theatre!

By Shelley Klimes
Amana - The Old Creamery Theatre is pleased to bring you The Brett Family Singers, direct from Branson Mo., for three exciting shows, July 16, 17 and 18 at 3 p.m.

From an amateur family act, to an internationally known group of seasoned professionals, The Bretts have appeared on worldwide television and in more than 3000 live performances around the globe. The Bretts deliver high energy, high-caliber professional entertainment to audiences of all ages. Voted Best Morning Show in Branson, The Bretts consistently make their daytime performance the place to be on the Strip in Branson and now you can see them without leaving the state!

Tickets to see The Bretts are $29.50 for adults and $19.50 for students. Group rates for 15 or more are available.  

Call The Old Creamery Theatre box office at 800-35-AMANA (800-352-6262) or go online at www.oldcreamery.com to reserve your seats today!

The Bretts are celebrating their 15th anniversary with this all-new show in 2013. This special event is not included as part of any Season Ticket or Discount Ticket package. Coupons, gift certificates, complimentary tickets and $20 gift vouchers will not be accepted to purchase tickets to this event.

The Old Creamery Theatre is a not-for-profit, professional theatre founded in 1971 in Garrison, Iowa. The company is celebrating 42 years of bringing live, professional theatre to the people of Iowa and the Midwest.
24 May 2013

The Salvation Army Responds to Devastating Tornadoes in Oklahoma

By Holly Nomura

The Salvation Army is on the ground in Moore, Oklahoma with multiple canteens and personnel coordinating with Local and State Emergency Management to serve first responders and those affected by the tornado. We continue to provide service to hard hit areas from Tuesdays' storms which include Shawnee - multiple sites, Carney area, and Cleveland County.

Meals and hydration are being provided for first responders and those affected.   Major Steve Morris, Arkansas-Oklahoma Divisional Commander has been driving around the affected area.    Major Morris states "The devastation is far reaching both in human life, property and livestock loss.  The Salvation Army is honored to serve and provide sustenance to first responders involved in search and rescue, coordination efforts and more.  And, of course, all survivors will be provided spiritual and emotional care."

Canteens involved in the response from Oklahoma include Central Oklahoma Area Command (Oklahoma City), Ardmore, Enid, Lawton, McAlester and Muskogee.  Also, disaster response teams from Pine Bluff, Jonesboro and Hot Springs, Arkansas are en route to the Oklahoma City metropolitan area to assist in response.  Personnel from across the division are also traveling to the area to form a Divisional Incident Command Team (which helps coordinate the overall response for The Salvation Army).  Central Oklahoma Area Command has established a local Incident Command team for response.

The Salvation Army is ready to provide the services mentioned above for as long as we are needed.  Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.  Please follow us at  http://centralusa.salvationarmy.org, www.twitter.com/SalArmyAOKEDS, www.twitter.com/CindyFullerOKC, www.twitter.com/SalArmyAOK  and www.facebook.com/SalArmyAOK for additional information.

Cash donations allow The Salvation Army to purchase product to quickly and efficiently meet the most urgent needs of disaster victims.  When possible, the purchases are made near the disaster site to stimulate the local economy and ensure quicker delivery.It is easy to give to The Salvation Army:

· By phone at 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769)

· Online at www.salvationarmyusa.org

· By mail:

The Salvation Army - Disaster Relief

P.O. BOX 2536

Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Please make checks payable to "The Salvation Army" and clearly marked "May 2013 Oklahoma Tornadoes."

Text To Give:  You can also text the word "STORM" to 80888 to make a $10 donation through your mobile phone; to confirm your gift, respond with the word "Yes."*

Your donations make a real difference.

• A $10 donation feeds a disaster survivor for one day.

• A $30 donation provides one food box, containing staple foods for a family of four, or one household cleanup kit, containing brooms, mops, buckets and other cleaning supplies

• A $100 donation can serve snacks and drinks for 125 survivors and emergency personnel at the scene of a disaster.

• A $250 donation can provide one hot meal to 100 people or keep a hydration station operational for 24 hours

• A $500 donation keeps a Salvation Army canteen (mobile feeding unit) fully operational for one day Volunteers

The Salvation Army recruits and deploys disaster workers through its local Salvation Army units. To be trained as a disaster worker:

- Call the Quad Cities Salvation Army at 563-271-7933 to be added to the list for the next training.

The Salvation Army deploys trained disaster workers who have completed the 8-hour training course. A standard deployment is two weeks, including twelve working days and two travel days.   

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24 May 2013

IOWA FARM BUREAU LAUDS 2013 LEGISLATURE'S PROGRESS IN WATER QUALITY, SOIL CONSERVATION AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF

By Rick Martin

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA - May 23, 2013 - Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF), Iowa's largest grassroots farm organization, says priority issues approved by this year's legislature, including new funding for water quality and soil conservation, landowner liability protections, property taxes, and bioscience research will benefit many sectors of the state for years to come.

The legislature made a commitment to soil conservation and water quality through the Agriculture and Natural Resources Budget appropriations.  Included for next year is $2.4 million funding for the implementation of the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy plan and an additional one-time $10 million which will focus on priority watershed efforts over the next several years.  The legislature also agreed to allocate an additional $7 million to go towards the conservation cost-share backlog.

"Farmers know a 'one size fits all' approach doesn't work when it comes to conservation measures, but they do know what works best on their land," said IFBF President Craig Hill. "Conservation measures such as buffer strips, terracing and other soil protection and water quality measures have helped Iowa farmers reduce erosion by more than 30 percent since 1982, but requests for cost-share dollars to implement them have been grossly underfunded."

While only 4 percent of Iowans farm today, many Iowans and out-of-state visitors seek farm tours to learn more about the many ways Iowa farmers lead the nation in food production; that's why the bi-partisan passage of HF649 was welcomed by Farm Bureau members and many other Iowans.  Lawmakers restored the Recreational Use Liability Protection to protect farmers and landowners who allow visitors onto their farm for recreational purposes such as fishing, hunting, and field trips.  The measure resulted from an Iowa Supreme Court ruling in February and opened farmers and private landowners up to liability if someone were injured while on their land for recreational purposes.  "This is a big win for Iowa farmers and all Iowans who want to experience and learn more about life on the farm," said Hill. "By restoring this liability protection that farmers have had for four decades, the Legislature took a common sense approach that will be good for all Iowans."

Several measures passed in this legislative session which provided property tax relief, without shifting the burden from one class of property to another.  By reducing the statewide taxable valuation growth for agricultural and residential classes of property from 4 percent to 3 percent a year, taxable valuations across the state will grow slower yet still provide growth to local governments to afford needed infrastructure and public safety services.

An increase of $31 million for property tax credits also gives Iowans needed property tax relief.  The legislature also approved a measure that will reduce the impact of future property tax increases within the school aid funding formula.  Moving forward, any increase in the school aid funding formula will be covered by the state, avoiding the reliance on additional property taxes.

The legislature did not increase the state's fuel tax, which means the state still has an annual shortfall of approximately $215 million to meet the critical needs of our deteriorating roads and bridges.  The result is more local governments turning to bonding to pay for their roads and bridges, leaving taxpayers with the burden of paying it back.  "While many long-term investments in our state were made during this legislative session, the much needed improvement of roads and bridges remains unresolved.  Our aging infrastructure is important to Iowa's economy, and we will continue to work next year to increase the constitutionally- protected fuel tax as the most equitable means to meet those needs," said Hill.

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