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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 2009
Page
12
Transportation data show statewide ticket counts have declined for five straight fiscal years as budget cuts reduced state trooper strength from 455 to 386. Officials say joint state and local efforts in 22 high fatality counties aim to boost speed enforcement amid public concern and a culture of risk.
State Patrol and DOT officials report rising rural interstate fatalities after raising the speed limit from 65 to 70 mph. They say enforcement, including unmarked cars, remains essential to curb speeding. Fiscal 2009 fines totaled nearly 13 million, with about 9.26 million collected.
Alexander enrolled last fall at the UI intending to major in biology but rarely left his dorm. He spent days on computer games, family notes say the issue escalated until he lost control. Parents describe attempts at in patient treatment and a 10 week wilderness program, with limited success.
Dan Alpers of Central Corridor Gamers notes online gaming can hinder socializing and urges focus on escape behaviors. Cosette Rae co founded reStart to address an unmet need with a $14,500 program, insured in part, tailored to help clients return to work or school. Alexander trains away from games with violin, meditation, and yoga, aiming to rejoin life in 2010.
Meskwaki School adds Meskwaki language and culture to curriculum. Enrollment has more than doubled to about 325 with 125 in grades 7 through 12, as transfer students from South Tama join. The 23 million addition, funded by tribal and federal support, features geothermal heating and a design reflecting tribal culture.
Chilean health authorities say four samples tested positive for the A H1N1 2009 human influenza strain in turkeys. Deputy Health Minister Jeannette Vega says there is no mutation. Chile will send samples abroad for further sequencing to confirm the link.
Ten applicants including Cedar Rapids and Iowa City attorneys vie for the vacant Sixth Judicial seat after Judge Koehler retires. Interviews by the Nominating Commission begin 9 a.m. Friday at the Linn County Courthouse. Two finalists chosen will be sent to Gov. Culver for appointment within 30 days.
Bernard Butler II 18 of Cedar Rapids faces arraignment Sept 3 on charges including attempted murder and carrying weapons after he shot Cortez Parker in the abdomen during a fight at Los Cocos Bar in Iowa City on Aug 9. bar closed days later.
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