Golf Gift for Vets links Iowa groups to help disabled players
A new Golf for Injured Veterans Everywhere foundation forms with the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Iowa City, the Iowa Professional Golfers Association Section, and Riverside Casino & Golf Resort to raise funds for a program aiding veterans with disabilities. The goal is to improve mental, social, physical, and emotional well being and quality of life for injured veterans.
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Iowa class of 2007 ACT scores and road funding worries
Iowa seniors averaged 22.3 on the ACT up from 22.1 in 2006 though only 28 percent met college readiness benchmarks. State officials warn of a $200 million annual highway gap and a projected $4.3 billion federal shortfall in 2009. Gov Culver rules out higher gas taxes, seeks other revenues. A bomb threat to UI employees caused widespread concern but no danger.
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Chet Culver
Rumsfeld no cover-up in Tillman case claim debunked
The Aug 2 article questions the Tillman cover-up claim amid 9/11 era service, noting Tillman left an NFL salary for the Army Rangers and was killed in Afghanistan. It references White House privilege and public accountability debates about an imperial presidency and ongoing war policy. Gene Brodrecht reports.
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Money not distress behind sex abuse lawsuits
The Davenport Diocese editorial links lawsuits to bankruptcy and questions emotional distress from past abuse. The letter argues plaintiffs seek large sums and compares church scandals to other lawsuits while criticizing Catholic doctrine and urging clearer gospel teaching.
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Robert Dostallowa
Cedar Rapids First Avenue Construction Question
A daily online polling prompt asks readers if the First Avenue project in Cedar Rapids is an inconvenience. Voters are urged to visit GazetteOnline to cast a vote. new question posted at 4 30 p m daily.
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Golfers Weigh Green Square Meals Facility Loss
In Cedar Rapids readers debate the impact of the Twin Pines golf course loss and the future of the Green Square meals facility. Letters from residents reflect concern over local changes and community needs amid the planned redevelopment.
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Shirley Morris
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Hold all politicians accountable for behavior
A reader voices outrage at the Bush administration for sending troops, alleged secrecy, and perceived breaches of law. The author questions accountability for impeaching a president over a private affair while alleged misconduct is ignored.
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On the Road Between Texas and Colorado A Summer Insight
A writer reflects on family vacations as a restorative rite that slows busyness, strengthens bonds, and reveals life’s highs and lows. Personal anecdotes recall a Colorado Sand Dunes sunset, noisy fast food lines, and the pull of Crawford Texas during August. The piece champions travel as self discovery.
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