Heavy criticism of open meeting suggestion in Des Moines hearing
At a public hearing on Iowa open meeting law the Freedom of Information Council faced strong critique of its proposal that all public business be conducted in public. University of Iowa law professor Arthur Banfield urged a public policy for openness but warned against overbroad rules forcing officials to break the law to meet public needs. He noted exceptions for closed sessions on bargaining strategies lawsuits and enforcement planning.
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Des Moines
Freedom of Information Council
University of Iowa
Arthur Banfield
Restau
Norman Jesse
D-Des Moines
Iowa Athletic Council
Supreme Court
Robert Ray
Steve Walters
The
Des Moines Tribune
Council
Light turnout in Cedar Rapids cable referendum reported
The Linn County Elections Office logged about 1,100 ballots by 11 a.m. amid bitter cold as Cedar Rapids voters decide whether to grant a 15 year non exclusive franchise to Cedar Rapids Cable Communications Corp. If approved, an ordinance will regulate the firm under FCC rules.
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Cedar Rapids
Linn County Elections Office
Cedar Rapids Cable Communications Corp
Oklahoma Man Held on Embezzlement Count
Police report the arrest of James Earl Blevins 42 with no address in McAlester Oklahoma on embezzlement by agent charges. He reportedly held $10,000 for purchasing rare coins at Jerome's Rare Coins and Stamps in Cedar Rapids and waived extradi tion. he is to return to Linn County Wednesday. Lee Alan Kimball 18 of 1005 30th St NE was also arrested Monday on nighttime larceny charges.
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James Earl Blevins
McAlester
Okla
Blevins
Cedar Rapids
Jerome
IE Tower
Tion
Pittsburg County
Linn County
Lee Alan Kimball
30Th St. NE
Linn District Court Action Reports Sentences
District court actions in Linn County include Kenneth M. Barnes sentenced to six months in county jail for operating a vehicle without the owner's consent after allegedly taking a Cedar Rapids woman’s car on August 21. William F. Elgas received a suspended sentence up to a year in prison and two years probation on a second drunk driving offense. Rick E. Holmes got a deferred sentence, two years good behavior to erase a larceny charge after allegedly stealing a stereo receiver from a Cedar Rapids department store on August 26. Ten years ago Stokely Carmichael was allowed to enter France.
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Linn District Court
Kenneth M. Barnes
Cedar Rapids
William F. Elgas
Rick E. Holmes
Hiawatha
Jefferson Davis Died On This Date in 1889
On this date in 1889, Jefferson Davis former president of the Confederacy died. The veteran figure from the Civil War era left a legacy tied to the Confederate government and its wartime leadership.
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Jefferson Davis
Cedar Rapids Gazette Publication and Subscription Details
The Cedar Rapids Gazette established 1883 lists its address at 500 Third Ave SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 and notes daily and Sunday publication. Subscription rates show carrier 1.15 per week and mail options with weekly and annual prices. US territories priced separately. The Associated Press holds exclusive republication rights for local news and AP dispatches.
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The
Gazette Company
Third Ave. SE
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
U.S
Gazette
Associated Press
Weather roundup and river readings with temperatures and forecasts
Weather across regions shows highs from 5 to 25 degrees with overnight lows near 10 below to 10 above. The extended forecast calls for a chance of snow Thursday into Friday, followed by continued cold and very cold conditions into Saturday. River gauges show rising levels at several sites, with LaCrosse 6.7 feet and Dubuque 8.7 feet, among others, and gradual increases noted at multiple stations. Wind NW 18 mph with gusts to 27 mph at 10 a.m. Sun timing listed for the season.
Vital statistics and life events from local area
Births reported at St. Luke's and from Marion Anamosa and Ames include a mix of new babies with parent names and addresses. Out-of-town birth noted for a daughter to James Clyde. Marriage licenses listed for Cedar K ids and nearby towns. Emergency calls and incidents recorded with times and locations around the city.
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Ames
James Clyde
Clyde
Bob Barker
16Th Ave
Newsmakers Embrace Newspaper as Primary Source
Readers reaffirm reliance on newspapers as their main news source, citing trusted reporting, accessibility, and local coverage. Community editors emphasize timely updates, investigative pieces, and verified facts driving public discourse and informed decisions.
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France
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Mississippi Valley
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Lansing
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Dubuque
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Keokuk
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Miami
Atlanta
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N.orleans
Coralville Lake
Chicago
Denver
New York
Ouluth
Honolulu
Houston
Washington Ee
St. Luke's
James Cox
Sue Lane
Noel Huber
West Ninth Ave
Marion
Darwin G. Morris
Tom Eden
Anamosa
Kenneth D. Roberts
Conroy
Gary Holsinger
Toddville
Mark A. Franklin
Cynthia L. Jackson
Michael R. McNamara
Carol L. Read
J. W. Pealer
Anna M. Clough
Cedar Kids
Kurt F.ry
An M. Doty
Carter
Coll Falls
Be Sei Selp
Lawrence E. Danielle L. Hillyard
11Th St
Lewellen Drive
Wes Court
A Ave. NE
C Ave
Second Ave
Bismarck
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Detroit
Indianapolis
Kansas City
Milwaukee
St. Paul
Newspaper
Product Information
Sears
Sears, Roebuck and CO
Ozs
Ronan
Geo. A. Hormel & Co
Geneva
Austin
Minn
Hy-Vee Food Stores — Me Too Food Stores
Barlow
First Trust
First Trust and Savings Bank
First Ave. N.E
Dows ST
Ely
Third ST
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