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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Health
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Controversial bill limiting mobile medical services in Kensington creates heated debate in City Council
The Brief A controversial City Council bill has passed to limit mobile medical and outreach services in Kensington. The sponsor of the bill argues that it will protect residents while opponents say it hurts the vulnerable. CENTER CITY - Philadelphia has passed a bill placing limits on the treatment of opioid users in the troubled Kensington section of the city. Big picture view On the 4th Floor of City Hall, elementary school students from Kensington stood with signs just outside City Council Chambers. They are there in support of a controversial bill to limit where and when treatment is provided to the addicted on the streets where they live. Andrikson De Leon is in the fifth grade. He said, "Yes, I do see them around the corner store and the school. Basically, I see they live there, and I feel bad for them." The students, from the Gloria Casarez School, snapped a picture with City Council Member Quetcy Lozada, the sponsor of the bill, who argues it protects the residents of Kensington. She told FOX 29, "I think we're doing the right thing. We heard from children what they see every day impacts their mental health. They need to be able to learn, to grow in their own community. We have to do something different." What we know Under the legislation, mobile providers treating opioid use, offering HIV testing and related treatments are limited to a city lot near a building along the 200 block of East Lehigh. Similar services will be allowed near the epicenter of the opioid epidemic, Kensington Avenue and F Street, but only during the hours of 11 at night until 6 in the morning. What they're saying Carmen Ortiz is a resident of the Kensington area. She said, during public testimony, "No one should feel fear or discomfort in the place they call home." The legislation drew heated opposition from those who claim the bill would deny care to those suffering with addiction. In council, supporters waved signs depicting the conditions on the streets of Kensington, as Lozada prepared for heated debate. Lozada was asked what she expected to hear from the opposition. She said, "The same thing I heard last week - they don't want us to change anything and that's not acceptable." The vote In the end, the vote wasn't close with just three members voting against.
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- General
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Community invited to celebrate fire chief's years of service in Muscatine
The City of Muscatine invites the community to celebrate Fire Chief Jerry Ewers and his 36-plus years of dedicated public service at an open house reception, according to a news release. Ewers, who recently announced his retirement effective April 30, will be honored from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, in the City Council Chambers at Muscatine City Hall, 215 Sycamore St. Ewers becomes just the eighth individual to serve as fire chief since the Muscatine Fire Department became a paid department in 1916. His predecessors include J.J. Brown (1916-1941), Harold Bierman (1941-1947), Paul Meerdink (1947-1954), Alex Bender (1954-1975), Paul Ziegenhorn (1975-1984), James Pumfrey (1985-1991), and Steve Dalbey (1991-2009). Ewers began his career with the Muscatine Fire Department on July 18, 1988, advancing through every rank: Firefighter, EMS coordinator, lieutenant, captain, assistant chief, and finally fire chief. His promotions included lieutenant in 1996, captain in 1999, assistant chief in 2001, and fire chief in 2009. Throughout his distinguished career, Ewers has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to professional excellence. He holds an associate of arts in fire science, a bachelor's degree in fire administration, is a credentialed fire officer, and a graduate of the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program. His accolades include being named Firefighter of the Year by the Muscatine Journal and Career Individual of the Year by the Iowa EMS Association. He also contributed to the International Association of Fire Chiefs' document, 'Enhancing Fire-Based EMS.' Beyond his work within the department, Ewers also served as interim city administrator and interim deputy city clerk for the City of Muscatine from October to December 2019 and as Interim Emergency Management Agency manager for Muscatine County from June to October 2018. An active advocate for the fire and EMS professions, Ewers has been a member of the Iowa EMS Association Board since 2008, serving two terms each as president and vice-president, as well as immediate past president. He also served as secretary/treasurer of the Iowa Association of Professional Fire Chiefs from 2017 to 2020. 'The City of Muscatine thanks Chief Ewers for his decades of service and leadership and invites all community members to join in celebrating his outstanding career,' the release says. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
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City of LaGrange seeking community input on vision for the city's future
LAGRANGE, Ga. () — The City of LaGrange is updating it's comprehensive plan and is looking for input from community members. The comprehensive plan will outline how the city will grow and develop over the next 20 years. With help from the public, the city hopes to provide both a long-term vision for the community and identify short-term goals that warrant immediate public attention, action and investment. The city is offering both an online and in-person way to give feedback. In addition to community response, a steering committee will also help guide to the creation of the plan. The city says the committee is made up of individuals with diverse backgrounds and have a passion for the City of LaGrange. Public feedback can be provided through a community survey. To access the survey, go to the following link or QR code: People can also attend the upcoming town hall meetings on Wednesday, June 11th, and Monday, June 16th. 2025 LaGrange Town Hall Meetings & Public Hearings Event Date, Time, Location Public Hearing Tuesday, April 8th, 5:30 p.m. City Council Chambers, 208 Ridley Ave. Town Hall Meeting Wednesday, June 11th, 5:00-6:30 p.m. LaGrange-Troup Chamber of Commerce, 111 Bull Hall Meeting Monday, June 16th, 5:00-6:30 p.m. William J. Griggs Rec. Center, 716 Glenn Robertson Reading/Approval Tuesday, October 14th, 5:30 p.m. City Council Chambers, 208 Ridley Ave. For more information on the 2025-2045 Comprehensive Plan, go to Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- General
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Muscatine honoring retiring fire chief at open house at City Hall
Muscatine invites the public to celebrate Fire Chief Jerry Ewers and his 36-plus years of dedicated public service at an Open House reception on April 29 from 4 – 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Muscatine City Hall, 215 Sycamore Street. Ewers recently announced his retirement effective April 30, 2025. Ewers was the eighth Fire Chief since the Muscatine Fire Department became a paid department in 1916. His predecessors include J.J. Brown (1916-1941), Harold Bierman (1941-1947), Paul Meerdink (1947-1954), Alex Bender (1954-1975), Paul Ziegenhorn (1975-1984), James Pumfrey (1985-1991), and Steve Dalbey (1991-2009). Ewers spent his entire career with the Muscatine Fire Department, starting on July 18, 1988, and advancing through every rank: Firefighter, EMS Coordinator, Lieutenant, Captain, Assistant Chief, and finally Fire Chief in 2009. He holds an associate of arts degree in Fire Science, a bachelor's degree in Fire Administration, is a credentialed Fire Officer and graduated from the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program. He was named Firefighter of the Year by the Muscatine Journal and Career Individual of the Year by the Iowa EMS Association. He also contributed to the International Association of Fire Chiefs' document, Enhancing Fire-Based EMS. He also served as Interim City Administrator and Interim Deputy City Clerk for the City of Muscatine from October to December 2019 and as Interim Emergency Management Agency Manager for Muscatine County from June to October 2018. He has been a member of the Iowa EMS Association Board since 2008 and served two terms each as President and Vice-President, as well as Immediate Past President. He also served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Iowa Association of Professional Fire Chiefs from 2017 to 2020. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Business
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Sen. Grassley talks tariffs with Iowa farmers
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa farmers are hoping for more certainty in U.S. trade policy. Several attended a town hall meeting in Jones County on Monday with U.S. Senator Charles Grassley. Farmers say they are worried tariffs will reduce the value of the crop they are just starting to plant. Fertilizer byproduct leak causes fish kill in Fort Dodge creek, DNR says 'I think the president's looking at the long term, even beyond his four years of being president of the United States. I think he's looking to re-establish manufacturing very strong. And I think he ought to be applauded for that,' said Sen. Grassley. It isn't all applause from the Republican senator. He has also co-sponsored a bill to give Congress approval power over trade tariffs. Sen. Grassley continues his 99-county tour Tuesday. He is holding a town hall meeting in Fort Madison at City Council Chambers from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. New details about officer-involved shooting that shut down I-80 in Dallas County Sen. Grassley talks tariffs with Iowa farmers I-80 shut down after incident involving law enforcement in Dallas County Hawkeyes' Olsen drafted in to WNBA Fertilizer byproduct leak causes fish kill in Fort Dodge creek, DNR says Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
