Budget challenges loom for Cedar Rapids school district
The Cedar Rapids school district faces a tighter budget as enrollment declines and a slow-growing tax base reduce state and local funding for 2011-12. Executive director Steve Graham noted plan to keep levy stable while addressing lower enrollment, rising retirement costs, and staffing needs ahead of April 15 budget certification.
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UI poll shows mixed views on Afghanistan war outcome
The University of Iowa Hawkeye Poll finds 52 percent believe the United States cannot win the war, with 28 percent thinking victory is possible. Democrats and independents tilt toward doubt, Republicans more hopeful. 57 percent still support keeping troops for at least a year.
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Calendar items and meetings for Cedar Rapids area
The Gazette outlines submission deadlines and today's listings. Events include Linn County Board of Supervisors sessions, Community Services Advisory Board, Veteran Affairs Commission, Community Empowerment Governance Board, Marion City Council work session, Marion Water Board, and Wellington Heights Neighborhood Association meeting with locations and times.
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Iowa and Illinois Lottery Draws Report
A Monday recap lists Iowa and Illinois lottery results for December 14. Included are Pick 3 Midday 6 0 1 and Evening 3 1 4, Pick 4 Midday 0 5 2 4 and Evening 5 5 4 2, Little Lotto 5 8 21 32 39, Lotto 14 17 19 22 34 46, and 6 of 48 jackpot at 3.25 million.
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Correction on gift card details from Homeless Children's Trust
The Gazette corrects that the trust provides parents with a $50 gift card for each child for Christmas shopping. The error appeared in Sunday’s report and readers are invited to send comments on accuracy and fairness.
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Gazette Communications Inc. Postal and subscription details
The Gazette based at 500 Third Avenue SE Cedar Rapids IA outlines daily publication, periodical postage, and subscription rates including mail options Morning Editions and Sunday seven issues for 20.97 every four weeks and 256.95 yearly, with rates for other states and territories. Also lists AP use rights and postmaster address.
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Gazette promotes recycling and soybean ink reuse
The Gazette details its commitment to the future by printing with soybean ink and recycling program. It encourages readers to drop newspapers at City Carton or other local recycling locations and highlights recycled newsprint practices.
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Iowa Supreme Court nominees applications pushed to December 31
The State Judicial Nominating Commission said applications for Iowa Supreme Court seats will open December 31, ending speculation on whether Gov. Culver would appoint before leaving office. Interview weeks begin January 24 to forward nominees to incoming Gov. Branstad. interviews will be streamed online for public viewing.
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