04 Feb 1992
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1992
Page
1
Tracy Nunemaker spoke to Metro High School students about her 1988 head injury. She described how the accident changed her quick comeback and sense of humor, noting she cannot be as fast or sharp as before.
The Commerce Department reports U S construction spending fell 9.3 percent in 1991, the largest annual decline since 1944, with details on page 5D.
Iowa correctional facilities built for 3165 inmates report a Monday population of 4237 surpassing previous overcrowding records. The note directs readers to page 40 for full details and context on the surge and its implications.
Iowa football coach Hayden Fry signed a contract extension on Monday extending his tenure through June 30 1998. The deal reflects the university's satisfaction with his 13 year record and signals continued leadership of the program.
Methuen Massachusetts city official ousted from a Housing Authority meeting for obscenities seeks an amendment requiring proper conduct at official events. Councilman Raffi Takesian says the rule shields residents called crazy or stupid while voicing concerns on water and sewer rates. If passed, chiefs could eject unruly officials from town meetings.
State climatologist Harry Hillaker says a real winter thaw is not assured and a cold snap could arrive in late February or early March. Arctic air and persistent snow cover in Alaska and northwest Canada suggest the jet stream could shift, with temperatures dipping to teens and highs near 30 this week, marking a notable shift from El Nino influenced mild conditions. January ranked as the ninth warmest on record with 28 degrees statewide, 10.7 degrees above normal.
Debating whether Kristy Moench caused the crash detectives say she may have intended to strike another vehicle before her pickup veered into oncoming traffic on I 380. Witnesses say she was intoxicated with a blood alcohol level of .241 while Pamela Hopkins registered .182.
Coralville police dusts for fingerprints after a robbery at Burger King around 1 20 p m. Two teen black men armed with handguns took cash from the restaurant and two patrons before fleeing. Rhonda Grout an employee from Iowa City is consoled by her fiancé. story on page 3B.
Iowa lawmakers debate revising driver licensing outlets after a failed push to consolidate 141 stations into 19 regional centers. The proposal faces IDOT concerns while interest grows in letting county treasurers issue licenses, with cost analysis due and possible phased testing in cities.
Japan's Miyazawa criticizes American workers as lacking drive while a former cabinet minister claims Americans work only three good days a week. The exchange sparks a U S backlash and calls for auto import curbs amid trade tensions.
One good thing about having kids is you gain live in food and entertainment critics who review every meal and moment with sharp, honest feedback. The playful line captures the humor of family life and the constant parental audience.
Nearly 200 people gathered in Tipton to celebrate Ed Ross achieving Eagle Scout. Despite illiteracy, he passed all tests and plans lifelong involvement in Scouting, neighbors report in Wednesday Gazette.
NASA scientists warn of record levels of ozone destroying chemicals in the Northern Hemisphere. They say conditions could trigger a substantial ozone hole this winter over parts of the United States Canada and Europe with potential 30 to 40 percent depletion in the northern layer.
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