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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1997
Page
4
Doe Hladky becomes leader of the company joined by Ken Slaughter as Vice President and Mark Bowden serving as Managing Editor in a major leadership shuffle at the publication.
The Gazette argues Iowa meat processed and inspected in state should be allowed to be sold interstate. It cites Secretary Cochran and federal regulators, noting 25 states share similar programs and that current rules favor in-state sale while restricting expanded markets. The piece calls for dropping the policy, says no public health harm is evident, and urges action by Branstad and Congress.
A 2.7 mile 10 foot wide asphalt trail runs from Cedar Lake Park to McCloud Place NE, paralleling McClouds Run and Interstate 380 northward. The loop offers wheelchair access and draws runners cyclists walkers and families. City and Linn County groups expect the route to be part of a longer Cedar River Trail linking regional paths.
Darrell Pierce of Collins Credit Union cites court battles and legislation in a call to defend member‑owned credit unions. He argues banks seek to limit who can join, raise fees, and reduce competition, urging readers to contact Congress in support of the Credit Union Membership Access Act.
A reader criticizes proposed rating schemes as fluff and vacuous. They propose a simple four letter system using G for good C for comedy and D for drama with optional R or D political slants, arguing media bias and voter influence.
Miles Weinberger, MD, urged pediatricians and parents to curb substance abuse during Child Health Month. The piece highlights prenatal smoking risks, environmental tobacco smoke effects, asthma aggravation, and the gateway to illicit drug use. It calls for seeking help from physicians and emphasizes parental behavior shaping child health.
The Gazette states it does not verify the accuracy of reader letters and offers no value judgments on opinions. It invites corrections or contradictions from other readers and provides equal opportunity for publication.
In response to the July 27 letter Cedar Rapids residents are urged to consider Hofer's Danceland Ballroom in Walford, praised for its smooth floor friendly staff strong management and concerts by big bands like Jack Morgan Sammy Kaye Glenn Miller and more. The notice notes Tuesday and Friday offerings with varied bands and encourages support for the local ballroom given maintenance costs and the effort to bring in top acts.
A General Mills employee petitions city officials to reconsider a new recycling plant planned in the southwest Cedar Rapids across from the food processor. They cite job loss fears for 600 workers and concerns about pests traffic odors and neighborhood impact near housing and a major employer.
A parent urges transparency in Cedar Rapids School District budgeting and asks who controls a $100 million budget. The writer vows to run for the school board to press for open forums, reduced non teaching staff, and accountable spending ahead of September 9 election.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words and requires name street address and daytime phone number. Only name and hometown will be published with the address. Submit to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or by fax 319 398 5846 or email gazette fyiowa infi.net.
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