Reagan plans urban aid with enterprise zones and funds control
The piece argues President-elect Reagan may boost decaying inner cities by creating low tax enterprise zones and granting cities more latitude over federal funds, potentially converting grants to block funds while considering subsidies removal where rent control exists. It warns this could amount to political blackmail and highlights rent control’s mixed impact, with L.A. as a case study.
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Linn County Jail Site Debate Faces Floodway Critique
The Iowa Natural Resources Council rejected May's Island as jail site due to floodway concerns. Critics argue the decision ignores accessibility to courthouse and police, potential cost savings, and the feasibility of a jail on stilts to avoid riverflow issues. They urge Linn County Supervisors to appeal and seek reversal.
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GIGO Woes Highlighted By Stein On Reagan Economics
Herbert Stein argues that economic projections rest on shaky assumptions from both the Budget Committee and the Reagan team. He shows how revenue and spending paths can flip with tax cuts and inflation changes, warning that surpluses are not guaranteed and that forecasts resemble tea leaf readings.
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Anti-drug crusader David Toma faces Cedar Rapids schools
Parents group organized two days of lectures by former narcotics detective David Toma amid school hesitation. The plan aimed to reduce teen substance abuse. Toma speaks to students and parents, drawing strong student interest but schools report no clear long-term impact.
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Toma visit plans stir Cedar Rapids school debate
William Rainbow in substance abuse. Cedar Rapids officials resist mass student talks, citing transport and supervision limits. Final plan allows parent written requests for attendance and special groups, with follow up dialogue to boost long term anti substance abuse efforts.
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Cedar Rapids education leader profile from veteran William Rainbow
An open invitation from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invites views on various topics. William Bud Rainbow of Cedar Rapids serves as executive director of secondary education for the Cedar Rapids Community School District, bringing decades of experience since 1954 as teacher coach principal and district administrator.
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Cedar Rapids
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Sheriff bids thanks as Linn County term ends
In a note of appreciation the outgoing Linn County sheriff thanks residents for support during 12 years in law enforcement. He extends best wishes to Sheriff-elect Sawyer and asks the public to give him full backing.
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Questioning the Ten Commandments and their public posting
An editorial reflection argues the Ten Commandments reveal humanity’s need for God and criticizes secular posturing. It contrasts divine law with man made codes, cites Psalm 19:7, condemns church and state overrides, and urges Christ above earthly power this holiday season.
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