Gable Asks If He Should Run For Governorship
Dan Gable, famed Iowa athlete and coach, weighed a gubernatorial bid as a Republican but chose not to run. He cited lack of political experience and unfamiliarity with inside maneuvering, signaling a cautious, honest approach rather than a political bid. The column contrasts his decision with Rep. Dick Gephardt, noting evolving stances and recent gaffes during a brief visit to Iowa.
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Flooding in Kentucky and Tennessee Leaves Casualties and Missing
A storm drenched parts of Kentucky and Tennessee with over 4 inches of rain, flooding roads and homes. One man died when his ATV overturned in Huricane Creek near Pikeville. six people are missing. About 200 Floyd County homes affected. four shelters opened. In Tennessee, five people remained unaccounted for after floods forced evacuations of about 40 homes. three houses were washed away. Rescue crews work to reach stranded residents.
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Tropical Storm Barry stalls in Gulf delaying Louisiana threat
Barry, a tropical storm in the Gulf, risks inland turnout near Mobile or Pensacola after a rightward track shift. Grand Isle Mayor Camardelle welcomed the delay as 1455 residents stay cautious while the National Hurricane Center extends warnings from the Mississippi Delta to Apalachicola, Florida.
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Commitment to the future The Gazette promotes soy ink
The Gazette prints with soybean ink to support agriculture and recycles using City Carton and nearby recycling locations. It urges readers to recycle newspapers and lists mailing addresses and subscription rates for Cedar Rapids and broader areas.
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Vieques Protesters Delay Navy Bombing Exercise
Fishermen and activists in nine speedboats interrupted restricted waters off Vieques Island delaying U S Navy bombing drills. Protesters dropped ashore three demonstrators while officials said range was later cleared and exercises resumed.
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Correction: Famous Footwear sale details clarified
Gazette editions issued a correction to describe Famous Footwear current promotion as buy one pair at regular price and get a second pair at half price. Readers are invited to comment on accuracy and fairness of news items and captions. Corrections will be published in space. Call numbers provided for feedback.
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