Bombing attacks raise casualties at UN and Jerusalem
A bomber crashed a cement truck laden with hazardous materials into the United Nations compound in Baghd ad Tuesday, injuring over 100 and killing at least 20 including Sergio Vieira de Mello. Officials suspect a professional extremist actor. Separately in Jerusalem a bus bombing injured at least 18, including five children, with Hamas and Islamic Jihad claiming responsibility.
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Survey links boredom stress and money to teen risk
A Tuesday released survey finds boredom stress and extra money together drive substance abuse risk among American youths. About 13.8 million teens or 55 percent of all kids are at moderate or high risk.
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Ancient pine Methuselah gives seedling clones a start
Michigan tree farmer and his son grow seedlings from Methuselah the bristlecone pine. The young trees, four inches high at ten months, will receive more grafted material at three years to become exact clones. Details, 3A. The Mi Luna Latin nightclub planned for Cedar Rapids opens Sept 15 at 616 Second Ave SE with salsa merengue and dance lessons. 6B
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Housing starts at 17 year high signal rebound
Housing construction surged to a 17 year high in July despite rising interest rates. Analysts call it an unexpectedly strong showing and another sign the long sought economic rebound may be happening.
Gazette of Cedar Rapids Address and Subscription Info
The Gazette headquartered at 500 Third Avenue Cedar Rapids Iowa provides mail and motor route delivery options and weekly rates. Subscribers may contact service numbers 319 3988333 319 3393150 or 1 800 3978333 for renewals changes or general inquiries.
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Iowa’s oldest manJOE STEIER 108 Weds longevity vows
Joe Steier 108 of Independence becomes Iowa’s oldest man after the death of Martin Johnson of Shenandoah. Steier credits eating right and notes he quit smoking long ago though he would “take a chew in a minute” if available.
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Dozens of track crowns in Eastern Iowa championships
Dozens of track crowns will be decided across multiple weekly classes at a dozen area tracks between this weekend and September 5. The event highlights include Tom Davis returning to Carver-Hawkeye Arena as Drake faces Iowa from November 25.
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Iowa Caucuses News and Candidate Bios Online
Gazette Online provides a free Iowa Caucus site with candidate bios news Caucus Notes columns forums and appearances. Find the Caucus link at GazetteOnline.com for updates and events.
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Cedar Rapids Iowa City and WHI directory contact numbers
All area codes listed 319. Provides a partial company directory and mentions email addresses. Includes Cedar Rapids and Iowa City numbers and a WHI contact with a long numeric code.
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Gazette Advocates Recycling With Soybean Ink
The Gazette promotes eco friendly printing using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. Readers are urged to drop newspapers at City Carton 901 Ingleside Drive SW or use nearby recycling locations.
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Milk High sparks debate over segregated gay student school
Leonard Pitts argues public money should prioritize inclusive education over creating a single group focused school. He questions Harvey Milk High as a solution and urges tolerance, school reform, and broader anti harassment measures instead.
Survey links boredom stress and allowance to teen drug use
A Columbia University study finds boredom, stress and at least $25 weekly spending money raise teens' risk of smoking drinking or using drugs. Smaller or religious schools show lower abuse rates. Parental involvement remains the best protection. high stress is more common in girls.
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South Dakota lawmaker may face charges in fatal crash
Rep Bill Janklow, a long time South Dakota political figure, may be charged after a fatal collision with a motorcyclist Randolph Scott 55 at a rural intersection. Prosecutor William Ellingson will review the investigation and decide on possible second degree manslaughter or careless driving charges. The Cadillac struck the Harley Davidson after running the stop sign, with a black box speed readout to be analyzed.
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