Canada oil sands crude fills Iowa energy gap
The Gazette argues Canada crude from Alberta oil sands helps Iowa and the U.S. meet fuel demand as renewables grow. It notes half of Canadian crude comes from oil sands, Alberta regulation and industry efforts to cut environmental impact, with experts like Greg Carmichael calling for open discussion and balanced use while renewables expand. It cites API projections of possible doubled imports by 2035 and frames oil sands as a practical short-term bridge.
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Alberta
Canada
United States
Saudi Arabia
Environment
Sustainable Resource Development
Greg Carmichael
University of Iowa College of Engineering
Carmichael
Center For Global and Regional Environmental Research
American Petroleum Institute
U.S
Readers debate health care reform and tort reform tensions
Letter discusses opposition to reform viewing government overreach versus juries in malpractice cases. Mentions Rex Clemmensen and Shelter House endowment drive “Keeping the Doors Open” with funds benefiting the Community Foundation of Johnson County. Joyce Leff chairs Shelter House Endowment committee.
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Rex Clemmensen
Iowa City
Shelter House
Community Foundation of
Johnson County
Shelterhouseiowa.org
Endowment Campaign Kickoff at Johnson County Fair Grounds
June Braverman directed a community fundraiser at Johnson County Fair Grounds the last weekend in March. The event featured 160 local performers from diverse groups and proved a musical extravaganza with broad community support.
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Shelter House
Johnson County Fair Grounds
June Braverman
Congress fumbles health reform rhetoric says Pitts column
Leonard Pitts Jr cites health care debate as a trap for opponents and urges ethical scrutiny beyond bribery. Roger Swanson questions Congress habit of following the leader and notes a dog-breeding raid in Wyoming where 17 dogs were moved to rescues, prompting calls for licensed kennels and better welfare through Iowa Pet Breeders Association guidance.
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Leonard Pitts Jr
Congress
Wyoming
Iowa
Iowa Pet Breeders Association
Daniel Reece
Gravel Loss on Rural Roads Wasteful County Noted
A reader laments gravel loss on rural roads due to snow plows. They urge the county maintenance department to use machines to recover tax dollars spent on gravel flung into roadside ditches.
Honey Creek resort shines with family friendly appeal
A reader reports an overnight stay at Honey Creek near Centerville, praising a lively indoor water park, scenic lodge and cottages, affordable dining, and friendly staff. They note large meeting rooms and lake views with outdoor seating, expressing hope the resort succeeds and imagining Coralville Lake as an ideal location.
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Honey Creek
Centerville
Iowa
More Than Words Teach Respect Through Community Action
Clayton Parks of Waypoint Services for Women and Children in Cedar Rapids outlines a national Sexual Assault Awareness Month effort. The group reports 1856 crisis line calls and 1101 victims assisted last year while expanding education reaching 4400+ students and community members in Linn Jones and Benton counties. The MORE program trains five male mentors to guide 16 to 18 year olds using MVP methods to prevent violence and promote healthy relationships. Events in April aim to support survivors and galvanize community action, with resources at waypointservices.org and a 24/7 crisis line at 319 363 2093 or 800 208 0388.
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Linn
Jones
Benton
Michael Shaw
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Corbett's Cedar Rapids bid fuels GOP ladder talk
The former Iowa House speaker Ron Corbett ran for Cedar Rapids mayor as a nonpartisan, prompting questions about ambitions beyond city government. He backed prevailing wage on public projects, lobbied for I JOBS funding, sought a higher hotel tax, and faced Republican pushback. Despite praise from GOP leaders, questions linger about his partisan future.
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Ron Corbett
Cedar Rapids
Corbett
Statehouse
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Chet Culver
I-Jobs
Iowa Public Television
Iowa
House
Kraig Paulsen
Hiawatha
Capitol
Paulsen
Ron
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