Plane crashes in Johnson County kill two aviation figures
A witness heard an engine backfire as a Piper PA-28-180 spiraled into a nose-down descent near Oxford. The NTSB preliminarily identifies a certified flight instructor Terry Koehn and private pilot James Spicer, both unnamed in the report, as occupants of a training flight from Green Castle Airport. The crash occurred April 7 at 3:07 p.m. after takeoff at 2:45 p.m., with authorities arriving to find the plane on fire. Spicer, 53, was ITC Midwest manager for project engineering. Koehn, 70, was a Coralville police retiree. Funeral services were held Wednesday.
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Gazette contact and subscription details
The Gazette, Cedar Rapids Iowa lists postage, publishing info and contact numbers for subscription service and office. It includes address, rate cards and postmaster box, plus general phone lines for reader inquiries.
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End of an era at Willy Woodburn’s Cafe in Cedar Rapids
Bill and Linda Woodburn longtime owners of Willy Woodburn’s Cafe announce their retirement. They will serve final meals at 232 16th Ave. SW Cedar Rapids from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. The couple opened the first Willy Woodburn’s in 1994 and the current Ellis Boulevard location in 2008 after a flood forced relocation. They are known for all day breakfast and fast, well presented meals.
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Last day of Willy Woodburn's Cafe marks local goodbye
Bill and Linda Woodburn close Willy Woodburn's Cafe at 232 16th Ave SW Cedar Rapids. The sale to a family owner preserves traditions and menu. plans include new items later while maintaining a family vibe. Patrons share memories and best wishes during final day from 6 am to 2 pm.
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