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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1992
Page
11
The Cedar Rapids Christmas Campaign has collected $73,000 toward a $165,000 goal, reaching 44 percent. Major Richard Strommer praises volunteers and donors as the drive stays on track and benefits local residents.
James Michael Kass, 25, of McGregor, is in Clayton County Jail after a two hour cross country chase with deputies, police and locals on snowmobiles. The 1981 vehicle was reported stolen by Adeline Glass and seen on Highway 18, prompting a pursuit. Kass was captured in a farm shed at 8:12 a.m. on charges including second degree theft of a motor vehicle and multiple revocation offenses. Bond set at 4680 dollars.
Police say an unknown driver rammed the Wareco Convenience Store in the 400 block of South Frederick, knocking it off its foundation early Thursday at about 4:49 a.m. The vehicle fled the scene and no damage estimate was released.
About 15 Lone Tree Hills residents appeal to Johnson County supervisors to resist Iowa City water rights moves. The city begins test wells south of town to gauge using southern land, while state rules push upgrading facilities or new sources. County Attorney cites condemnation as a possible tool. The Iowa River currently supplies most water, with nitrate and taste concerns noted.
Doris Jean Herren, Jones County recorder for 22 years, submits resignation effective December 31. A Republican, she says she retires at retirement age after her term would have expired in January 1995.
Heather Sloman Wood reports from Oakdale Iowa where inmates Anderson and Ochoa paint ceramic ornaments and cards for a holiday program. Anderson, 25, faces parole Aug 17 1994 after a gas station robbery and drug troubles while Ochoa 23 earned a 35 year term for attempted murder. Oakdale staff praise programs and a Jaycee inmate photo program supports inmates and families as 670 people remain in the facility during December.
Police in Lansing search for a new home after the department was moved to the library basement. Mayor Clyde Roeder plans options within 30 days with a council vote set for January 4.
Cedar Rapids Airport continued to report delays a day after a Chicago bound snow storm. Nichole Briggman of the information center said most Chicago flights were delayed and some departures to Chicago were held. No cancellations were reported and delays were limited to a few hours.
University Hospitals in Iowa City will debut a $21.5 million operating suite on January 11 replacing 21 general hospital operating rooms. The fifth and sixth floor John W. Colloton Pavilion facility houses 22 operative rooms, a presurgical unit, a postanesthesia unit and support services across pathology, pharmacy, radiology, and materials.
Iowa City social workers warn demand rises after Christmas as families face higher bills and seasonal layoffs. Vince Matulionis of the Crisis Center cites January food aid surpassing December totals while HACAP and Salvation Army note ongoing needs for coats, energy help, and school costs. awareness fades in January.
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