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Wednesday, April 10, 2013  The U.S. Postal Service says it will delay plans to cut Saturday mail delivery because Congress isn't allowing the change.

Monday, February 25, 2013  As budget cuts loom, Obama meets with governors at White House

Thursday, January 31, 2013  George Ryan's lawyer says prison officials didn't cut his client a break when they let him serve the rest of his sentence at home.

Thursday, July 07, 2011  A piece of Illinois and Quincy history is now on display at the John Wood Community College Library.

Thursday, June 02, 2011  Job gains boost state tax revenue for 2nd straight year, helping lawmakers narrow budget gaps

Monday, December 06, 2010  A new computerized tracking system has stopped more than 10,000 people who attempted to buy products containing a cold medicine used in the manufacture of methamphetamine.

Monday, November 01, 2010  Story updated with AP video: GOP wave expected to extend to governor races, but damage to Dems may be offset by key wins

Wednesday, October 27, 2010  The Iowa governor's office says that 34 percent fewer younger people have been placed in detention statewide since 2007.

Friday, September 03, 2010  The major party candidates for governor have agreed to meet three times for debates.

Monday, August 09, 2010  As the Iowa governor's race takes shape, some of the sharpest differences have been about the state's education system.

Wednesday, June 16, 2010  Officials say the Iowa Governors Office of Drug Control Policy will get nearly $250,000 in federal money.

Friday, April 02, 2010  Federal officials say letters have been sent to more than 30 governors, demanding they leave office within three days or that they will be removed.

Friday, April 02, 2010  FBI warns extremist letters to more than 30 governors may encourage violence

Thursday, March 18, 2010 

Wednesday, March 17, 2010  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.