County considers ban on bridge diving in Linn County
Linn County Sheriff asks supervisors to draft a rule banning diving from public bridges and culverts and swimming in posted no swimming areas. If approved, violators could face fines up to 625 dollars and jail time for adults, or 100 dollars and community service for minors. signs may be posted to warn and deter risky behavior.
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Linn County
Brian Gardner
Gardner
Blairs Ferry Road
Cedar River
Paris Bridge
Wapsipinicon River
Linn
Anonymous gift aids Congolese family in Cedar Rapids
An anonymous donor provides a contribution to help the Jean Mulilikwa family settle in Cedar Rapids. The note thanks readers of a July 25 article and praises the community effort that brought the family here. Jean expressed gratitude as he left.
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Dave Rasdal
C.R
Jean Mulilikwa
CR Gazette
Jean
Sue
Bob Eppel
Cedar Rapids
Global warming unlikely to change weather much
Tom Harris of the International Climate Science Coalition argues that recent extreme weather is not driven by greenhouse gas emissions. He cites studies on the 2010 Russian heat wave showing natural atmospheric processes, and notes only a small average rise in the heaviest rainfall day over a century.
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Dubuque
Charles R. Crawley
Cedar Rapids
Geophysical Research Letters
United States
Follow Navy lead on climate change and green jobs
Mark E. NeuCollins urges following the U S Navy stance that climate change is real and impacts security. He advocates reducing atmospheric carbon to 350 parts per million, growing a green economy, and holding candidates accountable to protect future generations.
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U.S. Navy
Navy
Ferrer
Ferrel
Mark E. NeuCollins Solon
Freedom versus nanny government in U S leadership critique
The piece laments a powerful government labeled as corrupt and nanny like, arguing citizens elected a leader lacking executive experience. It contrasts current U S governance with founders' ideals and calls for greater personal liberty and reduced state control.
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U.S
Cable barriers credited with saving couple in I-80 crash
Terri and Jim Archibald credit recently installed cable barriers on I 80 westbound for saving their lives after a semi tractor trailer struck their vehicle near Des Moines on the way to the State Fair. The car was totaled but occupants walked away uninjured.
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the Gazette
Interstate 380
Jim
Des Moines
Jasper County
Terri and
Jim Archibald
Cedar Rapids
New Breed of Politicians Faces 2012 Election
The passage contrasts self-serving politicians with a 2010 wave of principled leaders who challenged the establishment. It notes fears of elite influence and hopes voters will prioritize freedoms over entitlement on November 6, 2012.
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John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
Pothole Perry Faces Texas Disaster Claims
The piece criticizes Governor Rick Perry citing disaster declarations in all Texas counties, alleged denial of climate change, and calls for opposition in presidential race. It claims energy deregulation causes rolling blackouts and utilities may raise rates without capacity requirements. It also notes deteriorating roads due to maintenance neglect.
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Rick Perry
Texas
Perry
America must show the world our faith in God
Citizens urge a display of national faith to demonstrate that people can live together with hope, duty, and trust in God, despite faults, and inspire international belief in American values.
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America
Its Teachers Turn as Summer Bids Adieu
A reflective look at the end of summer in a family blog style. The writer recalls August days with two daughters Tess and Ella engaging in sports, campouts, birthdays, and growing independence. Ella learns to ride, performs in theater, and asks about life while parents juggle daily routines and memories. The piece ends with a contact for comments.
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Ella
Tess
North Marion
Hoover Museum
Hoover
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