Shoeless Joe filming in Iowa draws stars and fans
Phil Alden Robinson and stars Kevin Costner James Earl Jones praise Iowa location for Shoeless Joe filming in Dubuque and Dyersville. They note large local turnout 1500 extras, economic boost of over 4 million, and expect a 1989 or 1990 release. Jones calls the project whimsy and Robinson calls it a modern fable.
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Joe” Jackson
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Dual administration hampers special ed says Daeschner
Cedar Rapids School Superintendent Stephen Daeschner urged withdrawing from Grant Wood Area Education Agency special education services citing two headed administration. He described conflicting schedules and lack of Cedar Rapids input into AEA employee evaluations while suggesting possible joint administration. A video of the discussion was requested for Grant Wood and a new meeting date was pursued.
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Cedar Rapids
Stephen Daeschner
Grant Wood Area Education Agency
AEA
Linda Nassif Teague
Grant Wood
Special Education
Grant Wood Agency
Cedar Rapids School Board Sees Lean Years Ahead
Cedar Rapids Community School District warns of tightened resources over the next two years as population declines press for smaller new money. Superintendent Daeschner projects 2-3% economic growth next year but only about 1% new funds due to enrollment drops. He cites 5% rises in employee contracts and says tough budgeting decisions are ahead. District budget stands at $68.6 million with a tax cost of $12.57 per $1,000 valuation.
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Cedar Rapids
Ron Fielder
Grant Wood
Daeschner
AEA
Stephen Daeschner
Cedar Rapids Women Dash For Cover In Monday Rain
Shoppers and workers hurry through downtown Cedar Rapids as steady rain falls Monday afternoon. Two women with umbrellas dodge puddles, their umbrellas bobbing as they race to reach shelter. The scene captures a brief urban squall and residents’ quick adaptation to the weather.
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Cedar Rapids
Kennedy High School to Sell Pizza as Lunch Trial
Cedar Rapids Community School District keeps last year prices for meals and milk as the new year begins. Kennedy High will test pizza in its cafeteria with student lunches at 1 dollar, breakfasts 25 cents and milk 20 cents. Adult prices, reduced prices and government commodities help hold costs.
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Cedar Rapids
Kennedy High School
Ken Lemke
Lemke
For the Correct Time Call Cityline 363-7000
The notice instructs residents to obtain the correct time by calling Cityline at 363 7000 under category 2600. The item functions as a telecommunication service reminder with no additional events or dates.
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