Iowa looks to 2012 session on dove lead shot rule
Gov Branstad calls a rule on non toxic shot for mourning doves in Iowa mishandled by the Natural Resources Commission. Lawmakers earlier voted to delay the rule while NRS had approved it in July. The Gazette urges clearing the air on lead in hunting and fishing gear and making Iowa a model for nationwide lead removal.
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Terry Branstad
Iowa
Iowa Natural Resources Commission
Department of Natural Resources
Natural Resources Commission
Mississippi
Wildlife Protection, Environmental
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Letters criticize governance and tax policy across regions
A Wilton reader cites Newt Gingrich on the Declaration of Independence and ponders implications of shared happiness and taxes. Cedar Rapids readers complain of rising property taxes, economic woes, and media dissatisfaction with a radio show.
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Wilton
Newt Gingrich
Gingrich
Congress
Nancy Pelosi
Service Employees International Union
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Department of Homeland Security
Arizona
Positive radio option KNWS FM 101.9 Life1019.com
Martha Troxel endorses KNWS FM 101.9 for uplifting, positive programming. She invites Gazette readers to listen or visit Life1019.com on the internet.
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Gazette
Knws-Fm
Martha Troxel
Cedar Rapids
Lawmakers live easy while the rest struggle
Letters from Mary Ellen Kenney and Lynwood Dahms critique congressional retirement benefits and public funding for the Paramount Theatre renovation. Kenney argues lawmakers’ perks strain citizens. Dahms questions sources of non tax dollars for grants and tax credits.
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Mary Ellen Kenney
Cedar Rapids
Jim Hoffman
Paramount Theatre
Lynwood Dahms
Does your neighborhood pass the Popsicle test
The Popsicle test asks if an 8 year old can buy a Popsicle alone and return before melting. It suggests safe streets, sidewalks, long red lights, walkable stores, and lively street life indicate a healthy neighborhood. It links accessible public spaces to trust, youth activity, and community safety.
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Black American Gothic screening prompts community talks
Iowa City hosts a free 4 p.m. screening of Carla Wilson’s Black American Gothic at the Englert Theatre as part of Landlocked Film Festival. Following the show, organizers will hold small-group discussions with local leaders to foster candid dialogue on race, housing shifts, and community understanding.
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Chicago
Iowa City
Carla Wilson
Englert Theatre
Washington St
Landlocked Board
Ted Gutsche Jr
Crossing Borders
Human Rights Commission
Stefanie Bowers
Roger Lusala
University of Iowa
Frank Durham
Johnson County Social Services
LaTasha Massey
Orlando Dial
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