Backyard Mushroom and Wildlife Study with Kids
A mother and her two sons explore mushrooms aphids and a raccoon in their yard turning a rough summer into a hands on science project They observe fungus on a rotting mat learn about ladybugs and aphids and watch a raccoon in a neighbor tree Their reflections tie curiosity to family life and nature.
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Confusion Over Usage Roils Readers and Dictionaries
Readers debate whether informal usage like a couple means two or just a few. Jan Schubert and Jan Webster highlight headlines and miswrites while noting dictionary notes on informal meaning.
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Napster wake-up call reshapes music industry outlook
Frederick Talbott argues that the Internet and Napster demand a fast shift in licensing, technology, and consumer focus. He urges direct subscriptions, device licensing fees, and sampling payments with EMI ASCAP and others, stressing immediate action to monetize instant access to music.
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Letters to the Gazette on Confederate flag history debate
A reader challenges critics of a July 24 column to explore Confederate flag history. The piece argues the flag signified independence and rights of states to secede, contrasts with the Union, and contends the flag’s removal would reflect the loss of a fight for freedom, noting socialists oppose the symbol.
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Clinton praise and veteran concerns stir Cedar Rapids letter
A Cedar Rapids reader defends Reagan and Bush policies while criticizing a July letter writer. The veteran argues a true surplus does not exist citing veterans’ funding and military needs, warns against foreign focus, and urges voting our country’s best interest.
Gazette invites public letters and guest columns
The Gazette accepts letters and guest columns addressing public business. Writers must include full name signature, full street address and daytime phone number. addresses are not published. Maximum 300 words per letter, one letter per writer every 30 days, column length advised at 700 words or fewer. Contact information provided for submission by mail, fax, or email.
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Public letters due Aug 9 on Cedar Rapids election levy
The Gazette invites letters to the opinion department regarding the August 15 special election on the Veterans Memorial Commission’s levy for a new baseball stadium. Submissions must arrive by noon Wednesday Aug. 9, with shorter letters preferred for publication.
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Libertarian Party Call Promotes Godliness and Liberty
A July letter from Guttenberg promotes replacing In God We Trust with In Godliness of people we trust. It argues Libertarians trust voters, juries, and citizens to act righteously, urges repair of the Liberty Bell, and invites joining the party at 1-800-ELECT-US.
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Guttenberg
U.S
Libertarian Party
UI College Clinic Faces IOSHA Fine Over Violations
North Liberty reader cites IOSHA findings at University of Iowa Medical facility and compares to Oakdale, alleging no sanctions. Claims blood borne pathogens risk and union inaction, and questions double standards between AFSCME and IOSHA.
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IOSHA
Iowa
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