Gazette Masthead Names Top Editorial and Advertising Leaders
The Gazette lists its key personnel including Mark Bowden as Executive Editor Jerry Elsen overseeing Editorial Pages and Editorial Board Chairman Dave Storey in leadership Scott Swenson as Vice President Advertising and Peg Schmitz as Circulation Director plus the role of Vice President Print Operations.
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Whistleblowers face renewed attacks on incentives
Iowa Senator Grassley defends the Federal False Claims Act once more as Justice Department and IRS propose interpretations that could erase whistleblower rewards. The act has recovered over 4 billion dollars, with 16 cents for whistleblowers and 84 cents to taxpayers. Grassley leverages his Finance Committee chair to counter attempts to undermine the program. Taxpayers should stay informed and concerned.
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Tax Time Feels Complicated as Deadline Near
An Associated Press report highlights growing tax form length and complexity. Taxpayers increasingly rely on preparers, with 58 percent expected to hire help this year, and only a quarter willing to DIY when computers are involved.
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Dyslexia Awareness Sparks Reading Support in Cedar Rapids
A Cedar Rapids mother recalls a Kernels player who shared his dyslexia journey at school. She cites IDA support and a Regis Middle School conference as critical for early detection and intervention. Theresa K. Anderson urges educational action to help all dyslexic learners reach their potential.
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Panic fuels Iowa utility bill push says HF 577 harms renewables
Tim Schulte argues that House File 577 is panic driven by utility lobbyists and would deregulate power plant construction, risking higher natural gas use and prices. He cites the 1983 Alternative Energy Policy to promote renewable growth and access to the grid for small producers. He urges fair statewide access rules and incentives for renewables.
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Gazette invites reader letters with strict submission rules
The Gazette requests letters up to 300 words and requires name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown will publish. One letter per writer every 30 days. Editing allowed. Mail Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 or fax 319 398 5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com.
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Cedar Rapids War Memorial Moves With Stadium Plan
Local concern rises over relocating the Veterans War Memorial as Cedar Rapids approves a new baseball stadium east of the current site. Backers say moving the memorial saves about $500,000, but critics fear loss of historic markers and decades of veteran labor. The project totals around 15.3 million with questions about costs including a pricey scoreboard and arena cost overruns.
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