Gazette staff and leadership roster listed
The Gazette provides a full staff and executive roster including Editor Mark Bowden, Opinion Page Editor Doug Neumann, Editorial Board Chairman Dave Storey, Advertising Vice President Scott Swenson, Circulation Director Peg Schmitz, Print Operations VP, Gazette Communications leaders Joe Hladky, Chuck Peters, and Ken Slaughter with their titles and roles.
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Interchange of Highways 151 and 13 to gain traffic signals
The Marion intersection of Highways 151 and 13 will receive signals, turning lanes and other improvements funded by a 655000 grant with Marion contributing about 163900. Construction starts spring 2004 amid air pollution concerns, with study suggesting fewer but potentially more severe accidents. Motorists should welcome the upgrade.
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Be like Vermont not like Minnesota in budget view
Iowa lawmakers claim milder deficits than Minnesota and Hindis yet Vermont shows a better path by using surplus for one time projects. State Rep Jeff Elgin endorses the idea, urging restraint in booms and a shift to smart proposals next economic upswing.
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Bush seals path to Iraq war in State of the Union
President Bush signaled resolve to act against Saddam Hussein with a plan to present U.S. evidence to the U.N. Security Council. Amid domestic unease and global debate, allies show cautious support while questions linger on war duration, consequences, and postwar stability.
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Trapping overview from Eastern Iowa trapper notes snaring details
A longtime Eastern Iowa trapper responds to a January letter with a factual overview of snaring. He explains snare construction, locks including dispatch and tear away types, a 22 inch stop to prevent neck or leg injury, 24 hour trap checks in Iowa, and quick dispatch to minimize pain. He argues bobcat catches reveal population trends and cites sportman ethics and quotes.
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Vilsack calls for economy shaped by life science jobs
Gov. Tom Vilsack on Towa Public TV urges expanding the economy to meet state government needs, arguing higher taxes from more college-educated life science workers would fund governance. He advocates restructuring and streamlining Iowa government to boost innovation alongside science and industry.
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Residents debate History Center funding amid flood concerns
Mary Croy of Cedar Rapids criticizes Linn County Supervisors over delays and stationery disputes while recalling 100 years of small farms. She argues that past farming practices built land protections that helped manage floodwater, contrasting with modern confinement farming.
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Riverboat casino debate laces Cedar Rapids with mixed views
Citizens weigh economic gains against potential crime and addiction as Cedar Rapids considers a riverboat casino. Proponents cite local job creation, tax revenue for RiverRun and regional draw, while opponents warn of crime and gambling escalation. Voters urge contact with mayor or chamber, with petitions encouraged.
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Gazette invites reader letters for publication
The Gazette calls for letters up to 300 words with the writer’s name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown will be published. One letter per writer every 30 days. Submissions may be edited. Address Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406. Fax 319 398 5846. Email editorial Gazettecommunications.com with full contact details.
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