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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 2001
Page
11
Lee Roy Cheney 57 driving a tractor pulled a grain mixer on Highway 21 three miles north of Deep River when a Cedar Rapids man Bruce Pomeroy 69 veered to miss the mixer and hit its rear. The impact toppled the tractor and killed Cheney.
Investigators have not yet determined the cause of the Welcome Inn Restaurant and Lounge fire that destroyed the site Sunday. The State Fire Marshal's Office and the Fayette County Sheriff's Department continue the probe with Arlington Locker and a separate arson fire at a vacant Arlington house also noted. Fire Chief Bruce Fliehler said damage estimates were not available Tuesday.
A Roundhouse event showcases artwork from area college and high school students and instructors. The exhibit runs 1 to 9 p.m. with a 5 to 7 p.m. reception and a 7 p.m. dance performance by Metro High School. Proceeds benefit Arts Career Education in the Schools. Sponsored by Metro High School and Cedar Rapids Recreation Department.
The City Council approved three reserve officers to bolster the police department. Reservists may carry weapons after one year and certification, with limited authority as backups to full time officers. Two of the three appointments near certification, marking the first formal approval of the reserve corps.
Home Depot wins City Planning Commission approval to build a 96 000 square foot small market store with an 18 700 square foot garden center on the Target site across from Lindale Mall in Cedar Rapids. It still must secure City Council approval for zoning changes before Target moves to a new SuperTarget on Blairs Ferry Road NE in spring.
About 10 Iowa National Guard soldiers support security at the Eastern Iowa Airport since Oct 1 under Gov. Vilsack orders. They monitor luggage, assist staff, and train monthly while staying close to home, aimed at restoring public confidence in air travel after Sept. 11.
Tama Beef Pack ing Inc, closed in August, moves to liquidate assets under a bankruptcy trustee. Chapter 11 filed last November converted to Chapter 7 on the eve of a creditors meeting. Owner Rick Stewart aims to expedite the process as Cedar Rapids attorney John Titler notes potential for a trustee led quick sale to satisfy the city, lender and $200 000 in wage claims.
In Ossian Winneshiek County the downtown area was evacuated after a Union Produce Cooperative truck carrying about 1700 gallons of gasoline and diesel collided with an I & M Rail Link train at North Lydia and East Mechanic streets. Fire crews sprayed foam, electric service was cut, and residents were told to return home by 8 30 p m. The truck driver Marty Tieskoetter of Ossian escaped injury.
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