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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 2002
Page
1
Producer estimates more than 1.5 million dollars in revenue for the World’s Toughest Rodeo. Other items note Kirk Ferentz’s 21 recruit signings on the first day of LOI periods and Senate actions on a 73.5 billion dollar bill as lawmakers resume debate. Mount Mercy men beat Grand View to rebound from a tough stretch. A 2002 Chevy Impala is highlighted in classifieds.
A reflective column argues personal responsibility for life’s ongoing problems. It challenges readers to stop blaming others and to examine self made habits and choices that shape daily outcomes.
The Iowa House passed House File 2153 with no opposition, requiring convicted felons to be present for victim impact statements when requested by victims. Sponsor Pat Shey said the move would give families one last chance to express how Memmer’s crimes affected them, though judges retain discretion to remove the defendant.
Mayor Paul Pate used his State of the City address to promise a season of positive change for Cedar Rapids. He framed the effort as economic development driven and pledged readiness against terrorist threats while highlighting a high tech presentation and city reports for residents.
Census data show 28.4 million people was born outside the United States or have a foreign born parent, about one in ten residents. Zeineb Mehdi of Cedar Rapids, born in Tunisia, reflects on immigration and citizenship since arriving in 1979.
McLeodUSA Inc. defends purchasing a multimillion-dollar Dassault Falcon 50 days after filing for Chapter 11. The $11 million jet reduces fleet size from four to three, cutting costs as the Cedar Rapids telecom seeks to shed about $3 billion in bond debt and streamline operations. The company says jets are for efficiency, not perks, and notes a Gulfstream V remains for sale.
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