NASA probe to dig into Mars past from polar region
NASA plans a polar Mars mission featuring the Mars Polar Lander with a 6 foot scoop arm and two Deep Space 2 probes. Launch is Jan 3 from Cape Canaveral atop a Delta rocket for an 11 month cruise aiming to study water history and atmosphere to assess past life potential.
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Dancers prepare for Disney World and Universal party
Dancers from Cronbaugh's studio anticipate performing before a large audience in Orlando after receiving a practice tape earlier this month. Johnson notes nerves but eagerness to collaborate with others as they join the full group and head to Florida for new year celebrations. Cronbaugh plans to observe and offer help if needed while hoping for warm beach weather.
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Branstad cites surplus funds for tax cuts and discipline
Surplus funds above emergency reserves could allow about 100 million dollars a year in tax cuts if the Legislature and Vilsack keep fiscal discipline. Branstad says sustained tax relief requires controlling spending and costs, noting low inflation supports this approach. He adds the state is in the best position ever to maintain such control.
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