Sting ethics spark debate on entrapment and fairness
A reader questions sting operations used by police to catch minor alcohol and tobacco law violators, citing a DeWitt incident where a clerk was arrested after a staged purchase by a young man and accompanying adults. The columnist argues against entrapment and suggests surveillance of sellers instead. Iowa opens against Kansas State, while Ames eyes a bowl bid. predictions follow. Mike Deupree’s column appears Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Beef shortage hits Iowa school meals as stricter tests bite
Cedar Rapids and Iowa City schools rely on freezer stock while awaiting September shipments. USDA bought less than 40 percent of planned beef this year and faces higher prices as new disease testing raises costs and some bidders drop out. The district uses 350 cases on hand and serves about 10,000 lunches daily with occasional ground turkey and pork additions.
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Nancy Degner
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Debby Downgraded as Storm Impacts Hispaniola
Tropical Storm Debby skirted Hispaniola causing evacuation of riverside shacks in the Dominican Republic and roof damage in Haiti. Debby weakened from a hurricane and was near Cap Haitien with 60 mph winds, while Florida Keys prepared as warnings spread.
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Monte Cristi
U.S
Gazette promotes agriculture with soybean ink and recycling drive
The Gazette highlights environmental efforts by printing with soybean ink and using recycled newsprint. Readers are urged to recycle newspapers at City Carton or nearby locations, supporting a broader recycling initiative in Cedar Rapids and surrounding areas.
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Subscription Service Contact Numbers
The readable lines provide three phone numbers for subscription service and general inquiries. The numbers listed are 319 398 8333, 319 339 3150, 1 800 397 8333, and 319 398 8211 for general contact.
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