Prejean argues against death penalty in Iowa visit
Prejean says she is outraged by crime yet understands victims families pain and notes death sentences are uneven and often based on prosecutors bias. She cites cases in Louisiana and a southern Iowa bank robbery murder spree where high profile decisions differ. Brown of Iowans Against the Death Penalty says lobbying helped sparing the stepbrothers and chaplains urge hope and redemption.
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Iowa teen recalls meth use and reform path after relapse
Jaime Wood describes a dangerous drift into meth and how an ASAC program helped her quit for 40 months. Her story highlights Mexican meth as a greater Iowa threat, critiques DARE, and notes her plan to become an ASAC peer educator while aiming for college counseling studies.
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City Briefs and Travel Ads Highlight Local Events
Local Gazette notices list activities including Foods Catering Class 121 Tours 198 and Gift Certificates 123. Promotions offer 40% off gowns and Amtrak style tours with Beth Hein Tours contact 365 4767 and listings for Mystery Tours Columbus Day bingo and Tama trips.
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Local readers urged to share tips for stories or photos
Citizens are invited to call the newsroom with tips and photo submissions. Reporters provide contact numbers for both direct tips and anonymous submissions, encouraging community involvement in upcoming coverage.
Administration moves to improve air safety
The Gore administration announced air safety measures to curb rising crashes as U S air travel nears 1 billion passengers annually. The plan targets stricter engine inspections by June and mandatory enhanced ground warning devices by 2001, with airline cabin safety upgrades and better weather data for general aviation.
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Lipid Study Seeks Adults 18 to 65 for Statin Comparison
Men and women aged 18 to 65 with high cholesterol are invited to join a 12 week study comparing high dose pravastatin and atorvastatin. Includes 10 visits and compensation. For information call The University of Iowa Lipid Research Clinic at 319 335 6677 or 1 800 887 6917.
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