Iowa safe haven law aids newborns and 12th infant left this year
Iowa’s safe haven law allows relinquishment of a baby 14 days or younger at health facilities with no questions. Last week the 12th newborn was left at a hospital and will be adopted. The Senate backed a 0.08 blood alcohol limit for boaters to align with driving rules. Cedar Crest Manufacturing opens in Cedar Rapids by ex Norwood Souvenir managers aiming to hire 20 this year and grow. Breitbach’s County Dining in Balltown plans to rebuild after two fires with partial insurance support from West Bend Mutual.
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Frontage roads debated in Cedar Rapids Marion bypass critique
Letter writers attack Cedar Rapids and Marion traffic plans. They urge use of frontage roads to ease congestion and question the waste of tax dollars on new signals and bypasses. Readers call for action to Iowa DOT and city councils.
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Iowa Legislature approves faster local option sales tax referendums
Yesterday's results show agreement with advancing local governments ability to schedule referendums on local option sales tax. The question asked if the legislature's decision was approved, and the response was YES.
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Campaign contributions and justice voices across Iowa
Readers debate campaign limits after record 2008 contributions while editorials condemn indefinite prison orders, torture bans, and authorities shifting cases to federal or military tribunals. The letter argues responsibility, fairness, and accountability in criminal justice and public service.
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Obama urged to avoid myths in Middle East peacemaking
The piece argues Obama should heed myths shaping the decades long peace process. It endorses appointing George Mitchell as envoy and urges a halt to Israeli settlement construction as a step toward a two state solution, while warning against delaying final status talks and unworkable solutions.
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Iowa lawmakers hear disaster aid delays hit small businesses
Iowa small business owners told state legislators that federal disaster assistance is too slow to arrive, risking closures eight months after floods. An emergency aid bill aims to fill gaps for displaced residents and businesses. The piece notes concerns about timing and impact on comeback prospects.
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Two men's letters appear in The newspaper page
An excerpt notes readers comment on letters from two men appearing in The publication. The piece reflects reader response to these letters and their public airing.
Truitt 13 year sentence won't prevent teen troubles
Jennifer Hemmingsen discusses teen pregnancy in the United States and references National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy statistics. She notes higher risks for children of teen parents and urges more comprehensive sex education to reduce misuse of contraceptives and inform teens of options. Abby Huffman North Liberty
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