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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 2017
Page
1
Senate vote backs three day waiting period and ban after 20 weeks with 82 17 tally in a party line result. Independent Sen David Johnson joins 29 Republicans. Democrats oppose. Bill moves to Governor Terry Branstad for signature ahead of expected enactment.
Iowa lawmakers pass Senate File 489 allowing consumer fireworks for July 4 and New Year’s. Supporters led by Rep. Matt Windschitl cite fun, freedom and enhanced outdoor celebrations. The bill moves to Gov. Terry Branstad for signing.
Inside R House gives panel authority to set hunting and fishing fees. Lawmakers discuss legalizing consumer fireworks to join 43 states. Iowans already buy fireworks out of state, crossing borders to purchase.
Cedar Rapids plans to reopen Jones Golf Course on May 15 with changes aimed at reducing losses. The 18 hole municipal course will shift to a deal oriented model and keep leagues off while operating balance sheet improves.
The University of Iowa contends Jane Meyer was ousted for angering coaches including Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz, not for gender or orientation. Meyer sues UI for discrimination and retaliation after her partner Tracey Griesbaum’s 2014 firing as field hockey coach. A 10-member jury listens as the trial opens in Polk County with UI defending AD Gary Barta’s transfer decision.
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