TouchPlay machines face final Cedar Rapids availability
Cedar Rapids residents React as TouchPlay gaming nears retirement with machines at Hy-Vee on Oakland Road NE days before removal across the state. Players like Lester Wilson praise the system for steady results and avoiding casinos while lamenting the loss of local access to the games. Wilson notes future shifts to larger casinos if TouchPlay ends. The program began statewide in 2004 after a 2002 legislative approval and 2003 launches in Des Moines Waterloo and Cedar Falls.
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Cedar Rapids
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the Gazette
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Immigrants Rally Day Tails Across Eastern Iowa
Rallies and walkouts spread in Iowa Monday as immigrants urged to stay home from work school and stores to protest federal immigration proposals. Organizers say the action highlights immigrant contributions to the economy with events in Iowa City Davenport Ottumwa and Washington. Participants asked to wear white to symbolize peace and some plants and Hispanic owned businesses will close for the day.
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Ottumwa
Washington
Rallies in Eastern Iowa Highlight Local Events
Community groups across eastern Iowa organized rallies with varied agendas. Participants gathered in multiple towns to express support for local issues and regional causes, signaling active civic engagement across the region.
Bush Opposes Immigration Protest and Anthem Version
President Bush voices opposition to Monday nationwide protest targeting proposed immigration legislation. He rejects a new Spanish language version of the national anthem.
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Tanning season renews debate on safety and rules
Cindy Hadish reports on tanning season as Nu Wave Tan owner touts wrinkle-free skin while dermatologists warn no tan is safe. A proposed parental consent for minors and a ban for under 15 in tanning beds failed in the Iowa Legislature, highlighting UV carcinogen concerns.
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Cindy Hadishihe
Fowlkes
Nu Wave Tan
16Th Ave
Iowa
By the numbers A sampling of Easter Iowa counties shows the following number of tanning salons
A survey across Easter Iowa counties tallies tanning salons by county with eight eight and more facilities listed. Health officials note safety tips for patrons and operators as concerns rise about skin protection and business practices.
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Iowa
ISU Provost Named UNI President After Campus Interview
Benjamin Allen was unanimously chosen by the state Board of Regents to become the University of Northern Iowa president. He will begin June 5 with a $275000 salary and replaces retiring President Robert Koob. Allen praised UNI’s mission and faculty support during his Cedar Falls introduction.
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Cedar Falls
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University of Northern Iowa
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UNI
Allen
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State Board of Regents
Robert Koob
Iowa State University
Ames
AF Benjamin Allen
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