Marion board votes against rezoning near airport runways
Marion Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-2 to deny developer Terry Bjornsen’s request to rezone about 156 acres south of the Marion Airport for office use. The council will decide December 19, with two other parcels also under consideration.
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MEDCO
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Disappearance of Marion Couple Sparks Local Vigil
Centred on the Cedar County missing Smiths Frances 74 and Francis 75 who vanished Dec 2 after visiting relatives. Neighbors and businesses spread fliers, law enforcement appeals to rural property owners for tips, and a gray 1984 Mercury Marquis with OHY706 remains the last seen vehicle. Authorities urge anyone with information to call (319) 886-2121.
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One worldwide standard urged for air safety amid rising Third World share
Aviation expert Stuart Matthews urged a single global safety standard as Third World nations account for most aviation accidents. He cites 70 percent of accidents from 16 percent of traffic and stresses human error, fatigue, and approach risks as key factors.
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Hawkeyes Beat UNI 72 63 Behind Woolridge Spark
Senior guard Andre Woolridge fueled a 72 63 Iowa victory over Northern Iowa. Other briefs note Greg White closing Metro Grill and The Red Spirit & Provision Co plans a spring closure and a new high end steakhouse venture. Cedar Rapids signs a lease with Cedar Valley Montessori for a downtown site.
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Harkin Forces Debt to Hold Seat in Fierce Finish
In a close race Iowa Senator Tom Harkin borrowed over 213000 dollars to fend off challenger Jim Lightfoot as late ads and fundraising surged. Lightfoot ended with around 56051 cash on hand after independent spending boosted his bid.
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