Pikes Peaks and Lake Okoboji Spark Reader Recall
The column jokes about Iowa landmarks and misidentifications linking Pikes Peak sites to Lake Okoboji. It recalls readers noting errors, laments own misstatements, and praises the impact of naming rights and pop culture images on memory. It closes with reflections on headlines and a poke at dubious news claims.
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Iowa
Pikes Peak
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Dickinson County
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U S Lifts Third General Terror Warning Ahead of Holidays
The government issued its third general terrorism alert since 9 11 urging vigilance during religious holidays. Homeland Security Director Tom Ridge stressed not altering plans but staying on alert as officials review intelligence. The White House echoed the call and noted a nationwide alert to about 18 000 law enforcement agencies.
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The Gazette Promotes Soybean Ink and Recycling
The Gazette highlights use of soybean ink and recycled newsprint to support agriculture. It invites readers to recycle by dropping newspapers at City Carton on Sixth St SW or at nearby local recycling centers.
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Iowa City Gazette
Sar Rapids
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Spacewalk fixes clear path for shuttle Endeavour launch
Two spacewalkers removed an old O ring debris seal stuck to the International Space Station clearing Endeavour to launch after sunset. The shuttle aims to deliver a new crew. launch delayed by a jammed docking mechanism on a prior uncrewed Russian cargo ship.
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