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Trump Admin celebrates end of Obama-era rule that limits tailpipe exhaust emissions and other “green” regulations

WASHINGTON – Today, the White House says they are saving Americans thousands of dollars a year by slashing an Obama rule imposed on the auto industry that created “red tape” and “crushing regulations” on drivers while proclaiming that “manufacturers can build the vehicles Americans actually want, instead of the vehicles that politicians and bureaucrats in Washington demand.”

The EPA claims “this action will save over $1.3 TRILLION in costs for Americans.”

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Pritchard Companies of Clear Lake awarded Sourcewell Cooperative Contract

CLEAR LAKE — Pritchard Companies, a national transportation enterprise, announced its recent award of a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract in the Automobiles, SUVs, Vans, and Light Trucks category. This allows Pritchard Companies to expand their offerings to public agencies across North America for a wide range of vehicles and related upfits.

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Luna’s Tacos opens restaurant in downtown Iowa City

IOWA CITY – The Iowa City Downtown District announced the opening of Luna’s Tacos, a beloved family-owned Mexican restaurant that has transitioned from a farmers market vendor to a permanent downtown location at 127 E. Washington Street. The restaurant officially opened its doors on January 19, 2026, adding to the mix of locally-owned restaurants that make Downtown Iowa City a vibrant dining destination and demonstrating the area’s continued appeal for culinary entrepreneurs.

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