Wind turbines gain foothold in Cedar Rapids and Iowa towns
The Gazette urges careful consideration of wind turbines in city zones noting Iowa's rising wind sector, university projects, and Cedar Rapids ordinance allowing turbines with set rules. It highlights neighbor concerns, site limits, and potential industrial and campus installations while predicting ongoing legal challenges.
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Letters Debate Speed Cameras Stir Smears in Cedar Rapids
Readers argue against speed cameras, calling them a tax and secret traps, while others praise reduced speeds near Kennedy High School and demand enforcement. The letters reference traffic safety, school routes, and local buyouts, noting residents’ experiences with zoning and levee projects in Taft Speedway.
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Braley on Major Issues and Local Economic Concerns
Letter writers critique Bruce Braley noting limited legislative victories of the 111th Congress and Iowa delegation, while praising two issues. They compare federal wage trends to private sector pay, questioning government spending, taxes, and Obamacare impacts on workers and retirees.
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Estate tax debate hinges on federal threshold
Senator Charles Bruner notes the costly impact of shifting the estate tax exemption from 2001 levels toward Obama and Senate compromises. He argues the proposed changes add billions to the deficit, affect few estates, and burden future generations. Bruner urges public input to shape budget decisions.
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Latin study boosts skills and cultural understanding
John Gruber-Miller argues that learning Latin improves verbal and reading abilities, math problem solving, spelling, and science, while expanding knowledge of literature and culture. He cites sixth graders in Indianapolis advancing in multiple subjects and notes rising Latin enrollment nationwide. He is Cornell College professor and Classics Association of Iowa official.
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