Cedar Rapids families enjoy snowy White Christmas day
Snow covered Jones Park in Cedar Rapids on Wednesday as Eastern Iowa saw measurable snowfall adding to a sizable snowpack. Josh Smith and his sons Kelsen and Brogan climbed the sledding hill while William McDowell carried his sled up the hill, captured by Adam Wesley for The Gazette.
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Lotteries Result Summary for December 25
Wednesday draws show Powerball 25 36 40 45 51 with 8 red Powerball. Jackpot 74 million. Iowa Cash Game 2 14 20 21 34. Hot Lotto 17 24 25 29 42 with 6 Hotball. Iowa Illinois Pick 3 4 9 8 and 8 8 2 for Midday and Evening. Pick 4 7 8 6 6 and 5 1 2 7. Illinois Lucky Day Lotto Midday 2 15 20 27 39 Evening 1 3 4 11 19. Extra Shot jackpot 9 million.
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Dear Abby Answers Teen Urging Mom Toward Treatment
A 15 year old from Olympia Washington asks how to help her mother, an addict of nine years. Dear Abby acknowledges the strain of growing up caring for an addicted parent and suggests moving in with another relative if possible and joining Narateen, a 12 step group for teens and families of addicts, with further help via NarAnon.
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Riverside unveils Comprehensive Plan for growth and development
The Riverside council hears a Comprehensive Plan by RDG Planning & Design outlining growth over 20 years. Key goals include a community center, downtown repairs, new housing, expanded parks, annexations, and financing beyond taxation with emphasis on corridors near Highways 218 and 22 and Riverside Elementary School.
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Ryan Weeks
First Street
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James T. Kirk
Lozano
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Cherry Lane
Increase in Clayton County concealed weapon permits
Sheriff Mike Tschirgi notes 2013 permits reached 1,245, about seven percent of the county population, following a 2011 law change replacing may with shall for issuing permits. Permittees must complete safety training, pass tests, and undergo background checks with a $50 fee for five years and a $5 photo ID option.
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