Cox Cable to raise standard service 6.6 percent next month
Cox Cable plans a 6.6 percent hike in standard service rates to 25.60 dollars per month, citing higher programming costs and inflation. The move follows nationwide increases and FCC rule prompts, with TCI and Time Warner also lifting prices amid market realignment.
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Clinton Accepts Democratic Nomination in Civility Plea
President Clinton addressed a stadium full of supporters as he accepted the Democratic nomination vowing a future of change and optimism. He touted achievements like lower taxes for the middle class, safer streets, and cleaner water while rebuking a return to the past and urging a campaign of ideas over insults.
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Iowa Democrats Ready to Fight for Clinton Bid
Iowa delegates praised the Chicago venue mood as Bill Clinton secured the Democratic nomination. They stressed unity, respect for opponents, and a push to back Democratic candidates in future races.
Gazette updates on Democratic National Convention
Gazette senior editor Ken Sulli van covers the Democratic National Convention with daily CITYLINE updates. Call 363-7000 or 337-7000 for CITYLINE category 2529 or VOTE 8683. More at www.fyiowa.com/gazette.
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McLeod Inc Breaks Ground on Cedar Rapids Office Park
McLeod Inc. officially begins construction of its Cedar Rapids office park with a first building planned to house about 1,000 employees in neighborhoods around the perimeter. Details on 6C. Clark McLeod A painting and two trophy mounts will memorialize Cedar Rapids' water truck buck, a giant deer killed nearly two years ago. Outdoor on 5C. A panel discusses NBA draft eligibility for players who did not attend or graduate college amid high schoolers turning pro. Details on 1C.
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Warden fired as Branstad cites terrible judgment
Gov. Terry Branstad announced the dismissal of Gerardo Acevedo, warden of the Iowa State Penitentiary, after six violent inmates briefly escaped in Texas during transport. Branstad and corrections director Sally Chandler Halford pledged reforms to prevent a repeat, noting the incident involved a private Michigan contractor and unarmed guards.
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City Briefs and Notices Snapshot
A compact listing of local items including births, deaths, legals, weather, and brief city notes across the sections 7B 2B 9C 18C and more. Readers see calendar entries, community updates, and short notices from Cityline and classifieds.
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Monkee Fan From England Makes Cedar Rapids Voyage
Aiden Simington of Oxford traveled to Cedar Rapids for The Monkees Taste of Iowa show after chasing a live performance dream. He flew from England to Miami then to Iowa and stays at Shady Acres Motel while seeking a meet or brief moment with the band whose music shaped his life.
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