Mediation in divorce shows value and growing use in district
The piece outlines how mediation helps divorcing couples reach agreements and move on, with 71 percent settling some or all issues in the 6th Judicial District. It notes cost savings, reduced court time, and a Sept 1 policy expansion requiring initial mediation within 90 days of filing and 60 days for financial disclosure.
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6Th Judicial District
State Justice Institute
Virginia
Mediateiowa.org
Mediation Services of
Eastern
Iowa
Confronting Evil and Need for Positive Male Role Models
A reader urges examination of the roots of male violence and calls for positive male role models for boys. The letter laments abuse in JonBenet Ramsey case and argues for responsible sex education, love, and discipline. It also discusses animal control funding and stray cats and dogs in Cedar Rapids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JonBenet Ramsey
Cedar Rapids Animal Control Faces Criticism and Praise
The Cedar Rapids Animal Control department receives many criticisms yet the author reports positive experiences with staff. They describe the team as hardworking and multitasking while handling stray pickups abuse cases and care for abandoned pets within a limited budget.
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Cedar Rapids
Culver Plan Seen As Sound for Iowa Retirees
The piece argues Chet Culver’s proposal to limit venture capital in the Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System to 1 percent would grow Iowa business while preserving strict standards. It contrasts Culver with Jim Nussle, who supports pension reform and Social Security privatization and attacks Culver’s plan. Nussle is portrayed as out of touch with Iowa workers.
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Jim Nussle
Iowa
Congress
Nussle
Enron
Bush
Chet Culver
Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System
Culver
Iowa Workers
Texas
California
New York
Darfur genocide urgency pushes for U.S. action
The text warns that in Darfur thousands have been killed since 2003 and refugees crowd camps while urging President Bush and Congress to intervene. It links inaction to a Rwanda scenario, cites NGO efforts, and calls the public to inform others and pressure lawmakers.
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Darfur
Sudan
African Union
Bush
Congress
Rwanda
Savedarfur.org
Amnestyinternational.org
Stephanie Krucher
Marion
Freshman Voices Park Idea for Cedar Rapids Farmstead Site
A Jefferson High School student proposes preserving Cedar Rapids Farmstead area like Brucemore and Czech Village. He urges saving the smokestack, creating riverfront picnics, pavilions, and an outdoor amphitheater for concerts and festivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids
Brucemore
Turner Alley
Czech Village
Judy Goldberg for Cedar Rapids at large school board
A parent and former PTA leader endorses Judy Goldberg for the Cedar Rapids School Board at large. The attorney and volunteer volunteers at Roosevelt Middle and other schools, helps with mock trial, and emphasizes listening to all stakeholders and supporting teachers.
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Judy Goldberg
Cedar Rapids
PTA
Goldberg
Roosevelt Middle School
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Linn County
Annie Tucker
Iowa City
Eastern Iowa
Humane Society
Animal Control
Karen Torno
Fashimpaur
ILI Tl
C.R. Animal Control
Linn County Juvenile Law Committee
Kids First Law Center
Community Health Free Clinic
Afghanistan
Osama bin Ladin
Camp David
FBI
U.S
Oval Office
Pentagon
State Department
Iraq
Rem Iri
Rexbalin
Harold
C.R
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